Review by Andy Martin for Flipper Chip by Joe Porper, Pete Biro

Review by Andy Martin for Flipper Chip by Joe Porper, Pete Biro
Review by Andy Martin for Flipper Chip by Joe Porper, Pete Biro
5 out of 5

Another Great Porper Item!

Sometimes I am so off base as to what lay audiences will like and this Flipper Chip is a great example. If you follow the easy routine that comes with this you’ll have an amazing piece of entertainment at any time in your show which requires no reset, and really no moves.

It was a real surprise how well this plays to lay people.

Another item being slotted into my walk around show!

Great Job!

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Review by Andy Martin for Mysterious Card Boxes (2009) (Mini) by Trickery, Magic Wagon

Review by Andy Martin for Mysterious Card Boxes (2009) (Mini) by Trickery, Magic Wagon
Review by Andy Martin for Mysterious Card Boxes (2009) (Mini) by Trickery, Magic Wagon
5 out of 5

Finally Howie Gets it Right!

So I believe I have owned pretty much every version of this wonderful effect from The Trickery. But this most recent set that is built for The Trickery by those great guys over at The Magic Wagon is truly a masterpiece. Everything about previous versions has been improved and now you really do have a miracle on your hands.

In effect you show two boxes of miniature cards: one with red backs and one with blue backs. A color is chosen and the box is closed and placed in front of the spectator. Then a card is chosen from the remaining deck The magician explains that the card is going to turn itself face up in the box that was placed in front of them. But, when the box is opened not only has the card turned face-up the rest of the deck has vanished. It is a great little effect that is basically automatic in working.

Now is the time to purchase this beautiful effect as Howie has reached the summit with this beauty now. Quite Exceptional!

Most Highly Recommended for Collectors and Performers!


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Review by Andy Martin for Vintage Close-up Case by Al Cohen

Review by Andy Martin for Vintage Close-up Case by Al Cohen
Review by Andy Martin for Vintage Close-up Case by Al Cohen
5 out of 5

Great Quality!

Don’t confuse this Close-Up case with the one released by MAK Magic – this is far superior and comes from a time when they knew how to make good quality tables and cases.

I’ve just ordered a heavy duty table base from my good friend George at Viking Magic and I look forward to having a very useful performing and storage area.

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Review by Andy Martin for Color Changing Bottles by Alberto Sitta

Review by Andy Martin for Color Changing Bottles by Alberto Sitta
Review by Andy Martin for Color Changing Bottles by Alberto Sitta
5 out of 5

European Quality All The Way!

What a wonderful outfit this is with beautifully crafted bottles and a very clean and simple routine. I have not seen anything like this quality for a while and am pleased to have them looking so nice in my collection.

I can always rely on Ron Allesi to find me some great magic at a good price. Thanks Ron!

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Review by Andy Martin for Harlequin Box by Dave Powell

Review by Andy Martin for Harlequin Box by Dave Powell
Review by Andy Martin for Harlequin Box by Dave Powell
5 out of 5

Beautiful AND Amazing!

I think that Dave Powell does not get enough praise for some of his amazing wood creations. This box is beautiful to look at and works flawlessly. The method is not new but the box hides the gimmick so well and it is so clean that you just can’t help but love it. His work is right up there with Mel Babcock, although his prices are a bit higher.

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Review by Kirk Warren for The Witch's Tunnel (Ring-Automat) by Magiro, Howard Schwarzman

Review by Kirk Warren for The Witch's Tunnel (Ring-Automat) by Magiro, Howard Schwarzman
Review by Kirk Warren for The Witch's Tunnel (Ring-Automat) by Magiro, Howard Schwarzman
5 out of 5

The Witch’s Tunnel

This is a fantastic effect! You show a tube that has two slits going half way up its sides and is topped with a slotted wooden lid. Slide this tube down over a clear Plexiglas tube which rests on a base and has holes through its sides. Thread a metal rod or needle through both tubes and drop a solid ring through the slotted lid. (Or you may have the spectator do this) When the outer tub is raised off, the ring has magically penetrated into the rod. Everything can be thoroughly examined both before and after the effect is performed. The spectators will find nothing! I examined the props before reading the instructions and could not figure out the method. Very Diabolical! This item is very hard to come by so if you should fine it, get it. *The instructions were all in German with the one I got so I had to translate them into English.

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Review by Andy Martin for Multiplying Bottles (like Ken Brookes) by Show-Biz Services

Review by Andy Martin for Multiplying Bottles (like Ken Brookes) by Show-Biz Services
Review by Andy Martin for Multiplying Bottles (like Ken Brookes) by Show-Biz Services
5 out of 5

The Best Looking Bottles Available Today

So I often get asked which set of Multiplying Bottles are the best and for me it is clear that these are easily the best ones available today. They are even nicer than the Harries ones, and they were the best set until recently. These ones just look more real and classic.

The only issue I have had with these bottles is finding a set of glasses that fit under the bottles – they do not come with ones and it is smaller than you would imagine under there.

In other good news, the classic Ken Brooke routine is available again from here.

All in all good news for magical entertainers everywhere!

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Review by Andy Martin for Card-Shark – Metamorphosis Pro by Card-Shark

Review by Andy Martin for Card-Shark - Metamorphosis Pro by Card-Shark
Review by Andy Martin for Card-Shark – Metamorphosis Pro by Card-Shark
5 out of 5

Beautiful and Charming Card Magic

What a wonderfully charming piece of card magic this is. The cards look amazing, the routine is clear and fairly easy to perform and you end up with the great surprise moment that is sure to delight the ladies!

The cards change from black and white caterpillars, to full color butterflies and finally one of the butterflies leaves the card and ends up stuck on the back of the spectator’s hand.

As with all of Card-Shark items the cards really do look authentic.

Nice job!

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Review by Andy Martin for Mid Air Card Stab (with CD) by John Kennedy

Review by Andy Martin for Mid Air Card Stab (with CD) by John Kennedy
Review by Andy Martin for Mid Air Card Stab (with CD) by John Kennedy
5 out of 5

Typical Clever Kennedy Thinking!

John Kennedy has created some very clever pieces of magic – my favorites include: The Mystery Box (of course), Flight Deck, Card Thru Window, Mind Power Deck, and Super Coin. This item is now one of my new favorites – the props seem pretty normal but when you seen the explanation, you’re thinking – "Wow John has done it again!"

As with most of his items he has thoroughly thought through the process and made everything as simple as possible to perform. With this outfit there is no force, the card can be signed, and it can be given away at the end. The knife is also free to be examined and it is not switched either.

A very simple but effective approach to perform this old classic in a close-up situation.

Highly Recommended!

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Review by Andy Martin for Folding Money by Joe Porper, Pete Biro

Review by Andy Martin for Folding Money by Joe Porper, Pete Biro
Review by Andy Martin for Folding Money by Joe Porper, Pete Biro
5 out of 5

One of Joe’s Winners!

So Joe Porper has produced some amazing magic. Unfortunately, he has also produced some pretty bad items too – however this is not one of them. Like many of Joe’s items it is a bit pricey, but the gimmick is incredibly well made and works without a sound.

I wasn’t sure how much I would like this one, but having played with it for a bit I do really like it! The gimmick allows you to bend a signed quarter right there in front of their noses with some logical patter about "Folding and Non-Folding Money".

Great job Joe!

Highly Recommended for Coin benders everywhere!

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