Andy Martin

This is Michael Baker’s version of Mazda Magic’s Watch Out invented by Glen Gloye c. 1947.  Michael released his first version c. 2015 called Time & Again Watch Cabinet and this version with the added matching drawer box (at my request) c. 2023.  And what a beautiful job he has done 🙂  Now you can perform this effect without the use of a Devil’s hanky or any sleight of hand.

This beauty is quite a lot bigger than the original version manufactured by Mazda Magic which makes it perfect for the parlor or small stage.  The only downside is that it is a little tricky to show the cabinet fully empty with both doors up at the beginning as I was able to do with the smaller version.  Even so it is still a perfect illusion and this one of a kind matching combo is a collector’s dream 🙂

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This is a stunning version of beautiful effect invented by the Austrian magician and illusionist Johann Nepomuk Hofzinser and was first performed by him c. 1857. It is often known as The Rose Mirror.

The mirror is of the highest quality made of wood and glass and arrives in a presentation case that is also used in the effect.  This is closer in method to the original mirror used by Hofzinser as there are no clockwork motors used.  It is easy to set and use and there is nothing to go wrong.

Not sure how many will perform it as the serious piece of theater that Hofzinser performed it when he dedicated it to “The Intelligence of Ladies,” but it is a beautiful piece and will look amazing in your collection.

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Anverdi released his version of Color Match c. 1983 and apart from the name and basic effect there really is no comparison to this new version.  Even the price is almost $200 less that it was 40 years ago 🙂

This is another incredible piece of magic technology from Murphy’s Magic under the Anverdi brand.  Murphy’s really have thought of everything to make this effect as perfect as possible.

However, to me these effects are just too easy and too perfect.  Although there are no signs of electronics I’m not sure I would ever perform this effect.  But that is just me, I know many magicians love this stuff and for those people this item will be well received with zero disappointment.

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I was very tempted to take this all out and to create my own video in The Porcupine 🙂  But I am running short of time and I knew I’d never be able to get close to Tommy Wonder’s performance so I decided to leave this new in the box. 

This is an incredibly well made version from JM Craft that if you are serious about performing the Classic Vanishing Bird Cage effect, you could not find a better set out there.

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Based on the write-up below it appears Mark Stevens really likes this product 🙂

I do too which is why I decided to put it behind the bar at The Porcupine. Although I almost never perform magic to an audience after a few drinks – this is precisely the sort of effect I could see me pulling out after a few beers.  It is very easy to do – once you’ve read the instructions you’ll never forget and you will have an instant hit on your hands.

Great stuff Bill and thanks for featuring it on your site Mark 🙂

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This is a wonderful effect by Joker Magic.  Made very well and easy to do. 

The best video I could find was from Magic Patagonia – Roberto really nails it by adding the 3 colored dice and golden ring for the end.  By watching Magic Patagonia I came up with my variation and created four special colored dice for the effect and the handling could not be simpler. 

I really like this effect 🙂

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What a great Tenyo effect – it doesn’t look like much when you first open the package, but the effect is really clean and really easy to do.  

It is this sort of effect that makes you want to buy more Tenyo items.  🙂

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What a dream prop this is from Milson-Worth.  It looks stunning and unlike many similar props you can clearly see all the way through to the back, and the wagon looks the same from front and back and every part of the design is perfect – even the wheels move.

I’d be the first to admit that you’d never catch me placing any sort of livestock in this device – there really is not a lot of room for doves or otherwise – but it is perfect for these large metallic spring flowers.

The challenge I found was blowing up the balloon big enough so that it would pop but not so big that I could not fit it into the cage.  Luckily I came up with the perfect solution using a Tiny Pump from Amazon that not only solved this problem, but created a fun and interesting routine in the bargain.

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A fine example of the P&L Spirit Bag with P&L Hallmark.  This is such a cute little bag and in most circumstances this would be the one I would use. The final photos show the difference in size with the standard size bag.

If you need to switch something cleanly, smoothly and quietly either bag work perfectly. I have included some number slips to use the bag as a simple number forcing system for multiple prediction effects such as mental epic and others.

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A rare beauty from Alan’s earliest days 🙂  Alan released Alphabet Antics all the way back in 1976 when he was focused on producing both children’s magic and his fledgling mini-magic line.  This is a perfect routine for younger children and it has everything:

• Large clear props with bright colors
• Interactive participation with the Children
• Potential for back and forth fun as they draw the letters.
• Multiple magical moments
• Problem Solving: how do get make Orange from these wands or Green?
• Satisfying conclusion when all the Children’s hard work pays off
• Easy to perform
• Quick to set-up.

The block has a few paint chips but this is in amazing condition and will look great as a center piece of your Alan Warner collection and is also ready to entertain your grand children with 🙂

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