We are often asked to send tins of Casement’s Manx Knobs to faraway places. Such is the gift-impact of even a single tin, the postage fee is well worthwhile. Just email us for a quote at: gaslight@manx.net
Knob Smuggling
Fletcher Casement was the most prominent Manxman to be engaged in this trade which, though much romanticised was illegal at the time of the Great Knob Prohibition. Many was the time he pitted his wits against the unscrupulous Revenue agent "Old Fudger" - who was actually trying to corner the market for himself.
Manx Knobs on the Moon?
Despite extravagant headlines, few hard facts seem to have emerged. The original sighting from the Jurby Space Telescope has now been followed by claims of a tin being sighted on the dark side of the Moon. (We wonder if a Professor Floyd might be involved...)
Any further information?
Getting married?
The new mini boxes of Manx Knobs as Wedding Favours are a brilliant idea. The guests liked them so much the last time, I think I'll get married again!
Z. Z. Gabor, Foxdale
STOP PRESS: MANX BUDGET 2012
Despite the current pressures on government revenues, there has been no mention of introduction of the rumoured Knob Tax.
A popular and morale-boosting decision to help fight the recession.
