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rowdymagi5 Inner circle Virginia 3614 Posts |
Let us know what you think when you get it!
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Mr. Mystoffelees Inner circle I haven't changed anyone's opinion in 3623 Posts |
Will do!
Also known, when doing rope magic, as "Cordini"
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rowdymagi5 Inner circle Virginia 3614 Posts |
Just curious, is the actual number named and that card is counted to, or is it one of those where it may not be the actual number named? (See the latest dvd of Reel Magic Magazine--David Regal)
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goldeneye007 Inner circle London 2423 Posts |
The routine is such that you really use the number called. (I mean unlike other routines where there could be a suspicion from the spectator's part, here there isn't).
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Martello Loyal user Catskill Mountains 280 Posts |
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On 2009-04-15 03:30, rowdymagi5 wrote: You use the actual number called. I just got mine on Monday and after reading through the instructions a few times I feel confident that I can perform this seamlessly. As a matter of fact, I have a show in one week that I am going to use it in. I'll let you know how it turns out. It is brilliant! Arthur |
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taiwanben Regular user 198 Posts |
I am looking for someone's presentation video.
BEN |
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magichunter New user 51 Posts |
I purchased the chest recently and have had an opportunity to perform it with good results.
For those that are interested, I have reworked the setup to virtually eliminate any "face-up" requirements. Those who have the chest will know what I mean, and can PM me for this set-up if interested......there is a compromise required, but I find this more palatable. Also in a prior post on 26 February 2009 Eric Samuels said "The only thing that might strike some as a negative, is the unusual nature of a box suspended from chains. I think it's all an issue of presentation and storytelling; it should be quite easy to explain that this is a way to ensure the contents are in full view and no 'dirty business' can possibly be done with the box hanging from your finger". Again for those who have this item, I can recommend a approx. $10 "upgrade" to solve this "problem." For an example, see the link below. http://www.finehomedisplays.com/proddetail.asp?prod=478brd With this everything makes sense. There are many other places to get a similar item so shop around. Joe |
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magichunter New user 51 Posts |
In a previous post I stated:
"I have reworked the setup to virtually eliminate any "face-up" requirements. Those who have the chest will know what I mean, and can PM me for this set-up if interested......there is a compromise required, but I find this more palatable." I now have an additional alternative set-up that completely eliminates the "face-up" requirements. Again, for those who already have the box and are interested....... Joe |
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mimo67 Veteran user France 322 Posts |
I have to say that magichunter's ideas are really great, so PM him, he is very kind and shares with you each detail about this alternative routines for this marvelous effect ! Thanks a lot magichunter !
~~~~~~~~~~~~~MiMo~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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magichunter New user 51 Posts |
Over the last few weeks, I have put together a set on notes in a pdf format which I hope will help folks in their use of the box. The notes contain work on the set-ups which allow for elimination of face-up counting and some recent ideas that virtually eliminate having to remember certain things to achieve a successful result.
Those that are interested and own the box are welcome to the notes. I want to ensure that I am sending the notes to owners of the box. My best attempt at this is to ask you to tell me the three names on the top left of the instructions for the box. Instructions translated by ...... Edited and rewritten by ........ Special thanks to ........who helped blah blah I will then be glad to send you the pdf if you give me your email, or I will paste in what I can in a PM. Either way. respectfully, Joe |
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Kjellstrom Inner circle Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe 5203 Posts |
I read it was out of stock - now you can get from this dealer.
http://themagicwarehouse.com/cgi-bin/findit.pl?x_item=ta4270 How big is this Chest? |
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gilbreath76 Loyal user 279 Posts |
Very interesting, but I'm wondering if this is overpriced. I collect wooden magic too. This is the sort of stuff you would find at martinsmagic website. And usually at these prices, you get some sort of mechanical marvel. So if it's ungimmicked.. may I ask if there is any palming, switching, ditching, etc.?
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Pit Boss Special user 573 Posts |
There is no palming, switching, or ditching. In fact, depending on how you handle the prediction card, there is nothing covert going on at all for the spectators to sense.
I know it sounds too perfect, but the method is carried out right in the open. In other words, the dirty work (if you can call it that) is completely hidden within the natural way the box is handled. There is nothing for anyone to see. Is it overpriced? I would say yes, if you are talking about the value of the props themselves. But if you are talking about the value of the magic and the effect on the spectators, then for me it is not overpriced. Hope this helps. JD |
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gilbreath76 Loyal user 279 Posts |
Here's my million dollar question. When the spectator counts to his thought of number, say 27... Will he be able to turn that exact 27th card face-up immediately? Or, will he be instructed to leave the card face down for a moment while the magician continues with a little more patter and presentation.
If someone can answer YES to that, then I'm buying this immediately. However, if NO, I may still consider this if you can assure me that the force card is not added on by something stupid like resting the chest on top of the pile. Haha... This can't be it, right? This would go against all the hype of it being diabolical and ingenious. |
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Mr. Mystoffelees Inner circle I haven't changed anyone's opinion in 3623 Posts |
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On 2009-09-03 09:30, Kjellstrom wrote: Approximately 4" X 4.5" X 3.5" (H)
Also known, when doing rope magic, as "Cordini"
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mimo67 Veteran user France 322 Posts |
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On 2009-09-05 09:12, gilbreath76 wrote: YES he can turn a card immediately, it's NOT the 'stupid thing' you thought about, don't worry. You really pay for one of the most clever items I ever saw, even if it's 'simple', but it's well worth the price in my opinion too.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~MiMo~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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gilbreath76 Loyal user 279 Posts |
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On 2009-09-05 11:27, mimo67 wrote: Really.. he can turn it immediately? Okay, I'm sold. Anybody have a used one they don't want, just pm me. |
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unclesamayen Elite user Taiwan 459 Posts |
I wanna buy one as well.
It's a hard decision for me But I'll buy. Anybody have a used one they don't want, just pm me Thank you
Comedy, Mental, Busking.
Performing magic for the blinds. http://youtu.be/nW3O0nucQUI Busking in Mong Kok http://youtu.be/WqohXqTxRVU |
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Gianni Special user WILMINGTON, DE 993 Posts |
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On 2009-09-05 11:41, gilbreath76 wrote: Oddly, I think this is the wrong answer, but no one else has said so. Gianni |
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goldeneye007 Inner circle London 2423 Posts |
What do you mean? Of course he can immediately turn the card over.
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