Review by Greg for Murphy's Chest by Bazar de Magia

Review by Greg for Murphy's Chest by Bazar de Magia
Review by Greg for Murphy's Chest by Bazar de Magia
5 out of 5

Underrated and Overlooked

I can’t understand why this effect has been around so long and hasn’t received more attention. Maybe that’s good for people like me, who love using this innocent, but devious contraption.

Imagine a box with valuables inside and keys freely… honestly freely… chosen and even traded amongst the audience members. You can be given a key that they select. They can even change their minds mid-way through the performance, and trade their keys, or your key. It doesn’t matter. What does matter… and this is the key difference… is that your key always works. But, you never need to touch the box. Yep. That’s right. Unlike other tricky lock effects where the magician takes the last key and is able to open the lock, this effect is entirely self-working. You always get everything in the box, and you do absolutely nothing.

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Review by Greg for Ghost Writer's Box by Trickery, Magic Wagon

Review by Greg for Ghost Writer's Box by Trickery, Magic Wagon
Review by Greg for Ghost Writer's Box by Trickery, Magic Wagon
5 out of 5

Blown Away by the Quality

I just opened mine and without even performing with it, I am blown away by the quality. No surprise, considering The Trickery is driving the bus and Magic Wagon is supplying the bus. That is THE A-Team in my mind. So far, this match up between The Trickery and Magic Wagon has produced only winners.

This gets an A+ for craftsmanship, but I still need to work with it to grade it further. Perfect finish on all surfaces…wood, metal, and interior. Even the weight feels right. It’s elegant, but substantial. Even after purchasing at least 75% of Magic Wagon’s offerings (including The Trickery/Magic Wagon team-ups), I still can’t get over their consistent quality. And, couple that with Howard’s (of The Trickery) devious mind…look out!!!

My one, and only complaint is the same one I have with all the items Magic Wagon produces.. they look so darn good I want to hoard them away rather than use them. And I know, that’s not good. So, I’m going to make myself use this effect. It really does "look" and "act" like a winner. I’m very sure it will perform like one.

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Review by Brian for Doesn't Matter by Richard Gerlitz

Review by Brian for Doesn't Matter by Richard Gerlitz
Review by Brian for Doesn't Matter by Richard Gerlitz
5 out of 5

My Favorite to Date

I’ve been a customer of Richard’s for more years than I can remember and have most of his effects including the early ones. This one is simply my favorite effect of his to date.

I have seen or own a number of block penetrations and the method used in Doesn’t Matter is far superior to all others in my opinion. Richard has created a mechanical marvel in his implementation of this time tested effect. The trigger is automated, with no funny business or moves to make it occur. He has really rethought the engineering behind this. As in all of Richards effects the form and finish are beautiful and real attention getters.

This one gets the highest of recommendations from me.

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Review by Bob Meigs for Kenworthey's Mastermind by Chris Kenworthey

Review by Bob Meigs for Kenworthey's Mastermind by Chris Kenworthey
Review by Bob Meigs for Kenworthey's Mastermind by Chris Kenworthey
5 out of 5

The Perfect Force Deck

This is basically a Monte Cristo deck, sometimes called The Perfect Force Deck. You can ribbon spread it to appear perfectly normal, yet produce the force card from anywhere in the deck.

After Neil Lester died (Cards by Martin), I searched long and hard to find anther source for these decks, Then along came Mastermind – selling at a great price, and with Bicycle backs to boot. If you ever want to perform a quick, easy, clean ACAAN routine, you can’t beat these decks. Mastermind is available with either of two different force cards – and if you like the routine, you’ll want to own both.

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Review by Brett Schulman for Magic Tile Puzzle by Winston Freer, John Rogers

Review by Brett Schulman for Magic Tile Puzzle by Winston Freer, John Rogers
Review by Brett Schulman for Magic Tile Puzzle by Winston Freer, John Rogers
5 out of 5

Winston Freer Tile Puzzle

Andy is correct, this is an amazing piece of magic. From the ground up this prop is first class. The tiles are stunning and the wood frame is very nice as well. Andy has described the effect so I will not. Just rest assured that when you perform it people will be amazed.

John Rogers is also a great guy and was very helpful with my purchase. I wanted the extra case he used to sell and he gave me all the info I needed.

This is one of the best purchases I have made in a long time.

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Review by Todd Dowell for Greater Magic Library – Tom Mullica by Tom Mullica

Review by Todd Dowell for Greater Magic Library - Tom Mullica by Tom Mullica
Review by Todd Dowell for Greater Magic Library – Tom Mullica by Tom Mullica
5 out of 5

Worth the Entertainment Alone

Tom Mullica is one of the greats, no doubt. Most of the material here is usable and well thought out. But you really should buy it just to watch this comedy genius in action. Tom is one of the funniest people alive today. His routines are almost overshadowed by his comedic tone and facial expressions. He performs the famous cigarette and napkin feast that will leave you in stitches. My wife loves watching the performances on this tape. Also check out the Tom Foolery DVD. Great stuff from a classic performer.

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Review by Bob Tysl for Doesn't Matter by Richard Gerlitz

Review by Bob Tysl for Doesn't Matter by Richard Gerlitz
Review by Bob Tysl for Doesn't Matter by Richard Gerlitz
5 out of 5

Doesn’t Matter

This Visible Block Penetration is another great effect from Gerlitz. Although I have always liked this effect, I thought that other versions had cumbersome handlings (especially the block substitute part). This Gerlitz item has significant improvements to make an easy and more deceptive performance. I also like the idea of having a 5-side shell. The apparatus is beautifully decorated with clear & thorough instructions. Being away from the apparatus when the block penetration is done really makes this look very magical. This is the way a magic effect should look. In summary, I think it may be the best item that Gerlitz has built so far. Looking forward to future Gerlitz releases!!

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Review by Donal Bergin for Words of Wisdom by Donal Bergin, Supreme Magic Company

Review by Donal Bergin for Words of Wisdom by Donal Bergin, Supreme Magic Company
Review by Donal Bergin for Words of Wisdom by Donal Bergin, Supreme Magic Company
5 out of 5

A LOST GEM

I have scored this trick 5 stars for the simple reason that it’s my trick. Yes, my name is Donal Bergin (not Donald as Supreme Magic advertised it !) and I invented and sold ‘words of Wisdom’ to Supreme Magic in Devon England 22 years ago. I was the tender age of 17 at the time.

I am now retired from professional magic but would be so delighted to know if anyone out there used or is using ‘Words of Wisdom’ in there act.II am living in Dublin Ireland and would love to here from anyone who owns my trick Thank you : [email protected]

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