Pig that Turns Around by U.F. Grant, Abbott’s

This was invented U.F. Grant c. 1928 in his book Super Magical Secrets and called A Bedtime Story. It is really a cute little item to introduce into almost any type of show. Sid Lorraine devised the popular patter story that goes perfectly with it in his Patter Book c. 1938.  It was marketed by …

Modernistic Amputation by Abbott’s, U.F. Grant, Recil Bordner

_EF A Super Sensational Illusionette! One of the most baffling Effects that has ever made its appearance in magical circles for over fifty years. This has actually baffled every magician that has ever seen it. Russell Swann and Walter Harris saw a pre-view of this masterpiece and agreed that it was the most unusual piece …

Secrets by U.F. Grant

_EF The title “Secrets – Malini, Leipzig, Vernon, Jarrow, …” suggests a lot, but these are merely the interpretations and versions of U. F. Grant to some of the classics of Malini, Leipzig, Vernon, Jarrow and others. Grant uses only one page to describe each effect and method but there are some great tricks in …

Spider Card Rise Chest (Limited Production) by Viking Mfg.

The Unique Card Rise Chest was invented by Clint Reidel and first manufactured by U.F. Grant c. 1960.  It was a big hit because it was so simple to perform but looked so good and there have been a number of versions created over the years. This one by Viking Mfg. is easily the prettiest …

Review by Andy Martin for Buried Treasure Bean Box by Arturo, Abbott's

4 out of 5 The original Buried Treasure effect was invented by Ed Massey c. 1957.  This improved version was built by Arturo (Glenn Babbs) c. 1964 and sold by Abbott’s and  U.F. Grant. This particular item was sold by Abbott’s. The improved Arturo version is easier to set and the effect is more impressive …

Pyramid of Djoser by Magic Wagon

This is the first release of 2022 for Magic Wagon and although this year so far has not seen much innovation when it comes to brand new effects or ideas Magic Wagon’s ability to build perfect little miracles has not diminished. 🙂 This is a truly stunning version of Don Potts’ wonderful creation: The Mystery of …

Review by Andy Martin for Pyramid of Djoser by Magic Wagon

5 out of 5 This is the first release of 2022 for Magic Wagon and although this year so far has not seen much innovation when it comes to brand new effects or ideas Magic Wagon’s ability to build perfect little miracles has not diminished. 🙂 This is a truly stunning version of Don Potts’ …

Dagger Livestock Vanish by Michael Baker

The Dagger Livestock Vanish was originally invented and sold by Clint Riedel as the P.M.C Livestock Vanish. It was based on a suggestion by Walt Landis and the first ones were advertised c. 1939.  Riedel also manufactured them for U.F. Grant and it was renamed the Dagger Livestock Vanish c. 1960. It was also manufactured …

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