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Steve Haffner Regular user Kentucky 108 Posts |
I received an effect that contains a shimmed card (Deep Astonishment 2), but the front and back are slightly misaligned. I'm afraid this might get noticed and questioned when I perform it, so I would like to trim the edges to make it less noticeable. I'm a little nervous about it because I don't want to risk completely screwing up the card, and thus the whole expensive effect.
My question is: what would be the best way to trim the small amount of overlap on the edges? Should I just use a razor blade or exacto knife, or try the cutter at Kinko's? Is there any risk of me disrupting the bond between the 2 cards and/or shim? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. - Steve |
Frank Simpson Special user SW Montana 883 Posts |
I would be very leary of using the cutter at Kinko's. If the card shifts even slightly while cutting, well you can imagine the results.
If you choose to cut it by hand, you will want to use a brand new blade, a good straight-edge metal ruler, and a good cutting matt. Make sure it does not have grooves in it which can cause the blade to "track". Steady, even pressure while cutting is essential, and as long as you are very careful not to let the straight-edge move, it is better to make the cut in two or three passes rather than a single pass. Be very careful that your blade does not "catch" the edge of the card at the begininng of the cut. This can slightly tear the card leaving a small but noticeable burr. Not being able to see the misalignment, it's hard to judge what your best action would be. If it is slight enough and the spectator's attention is directed elsewhere, it may likely go unnoticed. If the spectator's eye is likely to be drawn to it, you may be best off asking for a replacement from your dealer. |
Steve Haffner Regular user Kentucky 108 Posts |
Thanks, Frank. I'll have to try it with some friends and see if it gets noticed. Since the cards are not standard playing cards but fortune telling cards with a lot of "noise" on them, attention should be drawn away from the physical attributes and more toward the printed stuff.
I'm probably worrying too much. -Steve |
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