# Midnight Special by Duncan! - Throwback Thursday Release! **URL:** \ **Category:** YoYoExpert Releases and Restocks\ **Created:** [October 16, 2025, 6:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651 "2025-10-16T18:51:33Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![YoYoExpert](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoexpert/32/71258_2.png) [@YoYoExpert](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpert)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 6:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/1 "2025-10-16T18:51:33Z")
[![MidnightSpecial_Feature](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/8/0/a/80a813b6add4ea82a048d9f6c2f13368f1b5b7ce.jpeg)](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) # Happy Throwback Thursday! We uncovered another gem from the vault — a true classic reimagined for today: the Duncan [Midnight Special](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782)! The legendary [Midnight Special](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) returns — reimagined for the modern era while honoring its classic roots. Originally released in 1988, the Duncan [Midnight Special](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) featured a polycarbonate body, fixed metal axle, and starburst response — closely resembling the iconic Duncan Imperial. Its unique colorway and side imprint made it a standout of its time. [![Black-Midnight-Special](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/d/0/b/d0b474a45c241a1457f1156df325bc99a92e3eb8.jpeg)](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) [![Black-Midnight-Special-02](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/6/c/b/6cb368876b7f31e15c0ce3273c98d32adebb6aa3.jpeg)](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) [![Black-Midnight-Special-03](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/f/c/e/fce88bfe55ff32283f7c6217c52210fb0e8c2061.jpeg)](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) Now, the [Midnight Special](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) is back with a sleek, precision-machined 6061 aluminum body, size A ball bearing, and silicone response system for enhanced performance and smooth play. The hollow body design preserves its signature shape and nostalgic look while delivering the spin power and stability of a true modern classic. Available in Black—a tribute to the original—and Grey, this updated [Midnight Special](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782) is a perfect blend of heritage and innovation. > **[Midnight Special](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/midnight-special-yoyo-by-duncan?variant=43098133102782)** > > The legendary Midnight Special returns — reimagined for the modern era while honoring its classic roots. Originally released in 1988, the Duncan Midnight Special featured a polycarbonate body, fixed metal axle, and starburst response — closely... ---
**Author:** ![Captrogers](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/captrogers/32/647012_2.png) [@Captrogers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Captrogers)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 6:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/2 "2025-10-16T18:53:14Z")
Midnight special looks so good. ---
**Author:** ![YoYoExpertEric](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoexperteric/32/602379_2.png) [@YoYoExpertEric](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpertEric)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 8:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/3 "2025-10-16T20:31:22Z")
This version of the midnight special is so much easier to hit Rancid Milk on! 🥛 ---
**Author:** ![jeffbenit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jeffbenit/32/934_2.png) [@jeffbenit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jeffbenit)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 9:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/4 "2025-10-16T21:09:38Z")
Can it do stalls? 🥸 ---
**Author:** ![Captrogers](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/captrogers/32/647012_2.png) [@Captrogers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Captrogers)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 9:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/5 "2025-10-16T21:12:13Z")
If I’m right this is the same as the Al imperial just a special colorway? ---
**Author:** ![Captrogers](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/captrogers/32/647012_2.png) [@Captrogers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Captrogers)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 9:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/6 "2025-10-16T21:12:31Z")
Probably with a nicely lubed A bearing ---
**Author:** ![AudreySickburn](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/audreysickburn/32/313292_2.png) [@AudreySickburn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AudreySickburn)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 9:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/7 "2025-10-16T21:21:48Z")
These have kind of a V gap to them and IMO stall really well. ---
**Author:** ![Thomas](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/thomas/32/664972_2.png) [@Thomas](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Thomas)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 11:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/8 "2025-10-16T23:20:11Z")
I’m considering buying this just because. Dammit. ---
**Author:** ![Yoyoredneck](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoredneck/32/668939_2.png) [@Yoyoredneck](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyoredneck)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2025, 11:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/9 "2025-10-16T23:29:29Z")
Yes! ---
**Author:** ![Ironwindow](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/f04885/32.png) [@Ironwindow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ironwindow)\ **Post date:** [October 29, 2025, 1:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/10 "2025-10-29T01:23:19Z")
Sadly this is the bi-metal bumble bee all over again. Once again Duncan has managed to take a beloved classic and do a terrible job at modernizing it. I was really looking forward to this thing living in my pocket but looks like it’s just going to chill in the case. ---
**Author:** ![SlowThrow](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/slowthrow/32/307451_2.png) [@SlowThrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SlowThrow)\ **Post date:** [October 29, 2025, 1:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midnight-special-by-duncan-throwback-thursday-release/434651/11 "2025-10-29T01:59:09Z")
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