Mader Kreiselmanufaktur Charlie Finger Spinning Top

The Mader Charlie Finger Spinning Top is a wooden spinner made from two contrasting natural woods, creating a clever optical effect as it turns.

Rated Level 2 on the Mader difficulty scale, Charlie is a relatively easy finger top for beginners who are ready for a little more control. Hold the stem between finger and thumb, twist, and release to watch the central stripe appear to shift and flicker as the top spins. In strong light, the contrast between the two woods can create a stroboscopic effect, making this a fascinating top to observe as well as play with.

This toy supports hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, focus, patience, and cause-and-effect learning as children explore speed, movement, and balance through practice.

Handmade in Austria using traditional woodturning techniques, the Mader Charlie Finger Spinning Top is made from cherry wood with a contrasting maple stripe. Pair it with a Mader spinning plate to keep play contained while children practise and experiment with different spin speeds. Babipur is proud to be an official UK stockist of Mader, bringing these traditional Austrian wooden toys to families who value natural materials, skilled woodturning, and long-lasting design.

Size: 4cm diameter
Mader Difficulty Level (scale 1-6): 2
Age: Not suitable for children under 3 years