Komboloi & Why It's Awesome

This video is about Komboloi and why it's awesome

[sandirodriguez]

In 1974 a Greek friend of mine gave me one. I was leaving for the military and I have never forgotten that. Thanks for sharing.

[SaltwaterCowboy]

A very close Greek friend of mine gifted me his late grandfather's komboloi when I moved from Montreal to Alberta. I've been drinking and spinning them all night

[TheDimitriC]

I'm Greek, and I basically grew up around these being used a lot, especially by elders. I have a pair made of a special onyx coloured stone from a famous area of my home island Crete, as well as a pair made of bone. Amber and bone/horn are the most commonly used materials in the higher quality komboloi, where stones/olive wood are the step down, and then regular wood, plastic and glass are the lowest quality. A lot of people prefer a soft string to a metal one, easier on the hands.

[Tec]

I have adhd and was looking for an adult version for something like a fidget spiner, came across these on etsy, love them so much, they look elegant and beautiful and keeps my hands busy and helps with focus

[olmategianni]

I have a komboloi and I walk around Greece and people come up to me and ask if they can see it apparently I have one of the best kombolois in Greece. one thing I do know is if you have artheritis in your hands use a komboloi it makes it go away I love them and it releaves a lot of joy

[aidanphillips]

I got a begleri as a birthday gift a while ago, and I stumbled across this while looking for begleri tutorials. After I got the begleri down, I made a komboloi and am working on being able to do tricks quickly and easily. This and the begleri are both great for relaxation and medetation.

[jacobnicodemus]

I recently found out about these and ordered a set. I ordered a set for my mom to. She likes to learn about different things from different cultures. Your video really helped me. I hope I enjoy these as much as you

[blinkenschnaag]

I made my own komboloi out of palm seed beads with a strong type of cord (2 milimeter thick). Like you've said, it's some kind of meditation while swinging it. Mine could also be turned into prayer beads or bracelet.

[giangnguyen]

Just got back from Plaka, Greece. Bought two sets of Komboloi for both of my sons as souvenirs.

[tellmewhatnametohave]

Hi, I just went to Greece for the first time after wanting to go all my life. I saw guys playing with these things and asked an old man who taught me how to use them. I got a few sets and got myself some custom made beads in Athens...now I can't get enough of these little things! Great video. Thanks for the insight.

[annaravani]

Thanks for putting this on.My father Vassily left a pair for my son.Silver with 21 beads.They are beautiful.I have just shown my 10 year old your film and away he went.Must be in the genes lol.xx

[dimitrifortounis]

Great video. A lot of people can't quite believe that these are so easy and simple to use 🙂 I'm half greek and spent a fair bit of time visiting my family and couldn't quite get it when I was younger. But it makes sense to me now. People always seem to think there must be some huge significance in these. Basically they are an ancient version of a fidget spinner 🙂

Another subtle thing to note is the materials that someone's komboloi are made of. They can be an indication of wealth or a status symbol in Greece. In certain areas you will unknowingly be judged by your komboloi. A wealthy person for example may have theirs made with rare gem stones such as natural Amber and accented with hand carved beads in genuine silver and a silver chain however the sky is the limit. A less wealthy person may perhaps use komboloi of less expensive materials such as steel, pewter or wooden beads and a nylon cord or steel chain.

[mikemandel]

Great video. I have a few komboloi and find them to be extremely relaxing. Thanks!

[sashamusgrave]

thanks for your reply and link. so proud to be half greek!!!

[memexd]

Thanks I found them inside a box while I was cleaning my room I had those from my dad I was addicted to plukking ore cutting my hair with my hands this thing was really helpful to make the addiction go away thanks

[mariomorgante]

Wow my friend gave me one of these like 15 years ago when he came back from Greece and it has been hanging on my wall like a rosary lol. Now im gonna use it

[erikskalnins]

Just bought some and beginning to practice ... thanks for video

[sequinrosette]

Just bought a komboloi in a Greek store and I'm so glad to find this video. I couldn't figure out what to do with these beads. Thanks!

[claytonsmith]

I've had some since 1980.  They were a gift from a friend's trip to Greece.  I knew what they were called but never knew how to use them.  I think I'm going to liking chilling with the komboloi.  Great demo and chat!

[dferri]

Komboloi beads are awesome. I swing them every day. Great video.