The 'breakage' is just the problem with this gimmick! To get the IT from the material provided is near to impossible (for me anyways) as is the hook-up with the wax, and after all that, it might still break when using it! The finished effect really is remarkable and undetectable, but the set-up to get there is Hell times infinity! It should be sold with a pre-made gimmick and instructions on how to make a new one, just my ten cents...I'm so beyond disappointed with this!