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PAN
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120 Posts
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Posted: Jul 14, 2004 5:57am
ChiChi711 - sign up for Hocus Pocus's newsletter to get their sales notices. That's where they've been listed of late and where I got mine. Or just call and ask - they're very helpfull.
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Richard Osterlind
V.I.P.
1808 Posts
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Posted: Jul 15, 2004 10:03am
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On 2004-07-12 18:53, jimtron wrote:
I just got the blindfold, and I'm very impressed with it. One question though. When I put it on, I can see downward just a bit (which is not the secret of the blindfold). I'm concerned that spectators will think that is the secret. Any thougts? Maybe it's due to my neandrathalesque facial features.
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I just returned from being on the road and would have responded sooner.
The blindfold can be shaped to perfectly fit your face and to fit snuggly along your cheeks. When I put mine on, I can't see a thing!
The stainless steel is virtually unbreakable. Read the section again on fitting the blindfold.
Richard
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jimtron
Inner circle
2000 Posts
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Posted: Jul 15, 2004 12:30pm
I will re-read the fitting section and give that a try. Thanks for the reply. I think using bandages will help too. Anyway, I think it's an amazing device.
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magicinsight
Inner circle
1899 Posts
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Posted: Jul 15, 2004 4:36pm
It is another fantastic item from Mr. Oslterlind. Highly recommended!!!
“Belief matters more than truth. Every moment, belief in imaginary things alters lives while truth sits unnoticed and waits.”
—Hakim, Loreweaver
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Marc Spelmann
Special user
London U.K.
632 Posts
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Posted: Jul 19, 2004 6:32am
There is much debate on blindfolds much like that of ESP Cards, using playing cards or other props in mentalism. In my very humble opinion I feel that once something has a justified reason to exist on the stage it becomes excepted. Also with any type of blindfold routine you should include at least one or two routines that couldn't be explained even if you could see.
I absolutely love Osterlinds Blindfold and have used it alone and with additional tape and as suggested large plasters (band aids). I have done a Blindfold drive for the launch of the new Porsche along with other demonstrations.
When I introduce the blindfold I mention that it is a single piece of steel, no thin material, moving parts etc etc. I ALWAYS get someone else to try it on and then write the word NO on a pad and ask them if they can see the word they say no which gets a laugh, I then really hold numerous objects in front of them. I should also mention that when I put it on them I tighten it a little so I am assured they can see nothing, then when I put it on I add tape which totally eliminates any possibility of seeing. The blindfold for me is an unusual thing to have but I do mention that I used to use the sleeping eye covers that you get on planes but some skeptical audiences think that the material is thin and possibly see through so here is something that even superman would have trouble with.
In regards to ESP cards I use them all the time as most. When I initially ask them if they know what ESP cards are they often say No but once I show them the simple designs and relay a little history of their existence every one always responds "oh those, yes I know what they are." job done...
I also use playing cards as I couldn't aggree more with Mr Osterlind, magicians think tricks, the public think gambling. A perfect example of this is when ever I am waiting for the girlfriend to finish in ANOTHER clothing shop I am normally outside fiddling with a deck of cards, going through my stack etc. People don't ask me if I am a magician but normally say "are you a gambling man or a croupier." I really don't mind if people think I do tricks as in the UK (we are a cynical bunch) you could do the best spoon bend ever or drawing duplication and some will still say very clever but it's a trick and lets face it if you really could do those things for real why on earth would you be at a company christmas dinner, you'd have your own church somewhere. Also if you use the whole physcology approach why would you be doing your local restaurant and not advising Microsoft and who are good potential applicants for the chairman position. I love Andy Nymans line of leaving them to decide, it's tongue in cheek but also leaves the doorway open. I have flat out told people I do not use any sixth sense but they still walk away saying that's not trick how could it be?
We must remember that we are entertainers first and foremost.
Sorry about the ramble but just my opinions...
Great Blindfold Mr Osterlind..
"Imagine what could happen"
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Hypnotic Winter
Special user
Ireland
722 Posts
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Posted: Jul 25, 2004 7:05pm
I've just ordered the blindfold, I just coultn't wate any longer. I think we should all listen to Richard when he say's start with the effect first, I have several effects I use blind folds for but up to now my blindfolds have not been fully examinable, I thing it would be a wonderful idea to be able to combine two or 3 blind folds. Though the Mr Osterlinds wonderful Blindfold would be perfect for a blindfold drive, in Ireland where I live Every onw would know instantly there was somthing up with the blindfold,Si I would prefere to use it as a mind reading routeen or psycometry, and the wonderful look of the blindfold is worth a few minutes talk and jokes.
When your only reality is an illusion, then illusion is reality.
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Avocat
Loyal user
206 Posts
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Posted: Aug 9, 2004 2:26am
Anyone have any trouble traveling with the Osterlind Blindfold as a carry-on?
I packed in my carry-on, figuring with no sharp edges and no points, it would pass muster. It still gave the airport security pause, though, and I had to explain what it was before they OK'ed it. I'd hate to have a $75 prop confiscated on the whim of some bored or ill-tempered screener.
In fact, when I finish my gig, I'm mailing the thing back to myself (having no luggage to stash it in). Can't be too safe with such a mission-critical item.
By the way, I'm finding it works well close-up for Mr. Osterlind's PCT (how could I ever peek when my eyes are covered before I even touch the slip?). I've also used it for Acidus Novus (you can take a nice loooong look, thanks to the blindfold) and Richard Busch's various peeks. The fact that it's so easily donned & doffed, and that it's fully examinable, makes it the first blindfold I've ever wanted to use close-up. For that reason, I'm even considering it for my Q&A (based on Docc's Cinderella Act, using Busch's index-card tear and incorporating PSW for Riggs' conclusion). It's the first blindfold I'd feel comfortable raising and lowering repeatedly without having to readjust it each time.
Besides, I like looking like a spaceman.
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Richard Osterlind
V.I.P.
1808 Posts
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Posted: Aug 9, 2004 10:24am
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On 2004-08-09 02:26, Avocat wrote:
Anyone have any trouble traveling with the Osterlind Blindfold as a carry-on?
I packed in my carry-on, figuring with no sharp edges and no points, it would pass muster. It still gave the airport security pause, though, and I had to explain what it was before they OK'ed it. I'd hate to have a $75 prop confiscated on the whim of some bored or ill-tempered screener.
In fact, when I finish my gig, I'm mailing the thing back to myself (having no luggage to stash it in). Can't be too safe with such a mission-critical item.
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I always carry mine around in my checked baggage. There are a number of items I use in my show that won't make it through the security check. Just for the record, I have most of my show in a catalog case, plus I carry my suit in a suit bag and I have one small suitcase for the rest of my stuff, including the blindfold and the like.
Richard
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Ken Dyne
Inner circle
1815 Posts
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Posted: Aug 9, 2004 1:41pm
Wear it through customs
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J.Warrens
Elite user
British Columbia, Canada
405 Posts
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Posted: Aug 10, 2004 10:16am
That's funny, Kennedy!
I recall flying from Canada to L.A. to perform at a private party in Hollywood in Nov. 2001.
In my walk-on, which has my whole show, was a single-hole paper punch.
And can you believe it?
Nope-not allowed!
I returned with a "what am I gonna do with it? PUNCH somebody out!"
Well, at least I thought it was funny!
Security on the other hand, didn't.
So in the garbage went the punch, oh well.
Then, when I landed at LAX, they had full-on Marines walking around with assault rifles.
I think that conversation started with: "Is that thing real?"-LOL
Anyways, it turned into something about dangerous "Hockey Stick Gangs and their Drive-by Hockey stickings."
I had this guy almost in tears from laughter by the time I was finished with him.
He couldn't believe that we don't have guns in Canada.
He said "well what do you do if somebody breaks into your house in the middle of the night? I mean, what do you do?"
I replied "we hope they don't trip over the coffe table in the dark and break their leg and sue us!"
LOL.
Oooops.
Just noticed I've been rambling.
Cheers,
J.Warrens
"Mundus vult decipi, ergo decipiatur."
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A.G.
Special user
Vancouver Canada
727 Posts
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Posted: Aug 10, 2004 10:32am
I was in cancun for 6 weeks(april/may 2004) headling at 3 resorts doing my act, and I will let you in on a secret.....
"SPANISH PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT BLINDFOLD PEEKS!" HOW?
because they grow up hitting a pinata with a bloody stick ,wearing a blindfold ,and they cheat by peeking down their nose
and tilting their head back! bloody ****.
so richards apex saved my butt! as it is a real blindfold.i let them try it on and it was the best!
now forget about blindfolds and tell me more about this banana trick?! LOL
cheers andrew gerard http://www.allandrew.com
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ScottLeavitt
Special user
713 Posts
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Posted: Aug 10, 2004 10:01pm
OK, have the blindfold, fits beautifully after some tweaking, book it came with was a wonderful read (especially liked ideas on combining with some of Ted Lesley's material)...and now my curiousity is peaked....besides the "standards of mentalism" (e.g., Corinda ) what other books do folks recommend for routining ideas? History of how blindfolds have been used? (e.g., on Kuda Bux....)
Thanks!
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Greg Arce
Inner circle
5397 Posts
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Posted: Aug 10, 2004 10:18pm
Scott,
Check out Tarbell.
Greg
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A.G.
Special user
Vancouver Canada
727 Posts
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Posted: Aug 11, 2004 12:59am
Also jack deans psychic sight.
andrew
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Terry Holley
Inner circle
1236 Posts
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Posted: Aug 11, 2004 1:02am
And "Koran's Miracle Blindfold Card Act" in Lewis Ganson's "Routined Manipulation Part 2." No need to see with this one!
Terry
Co-author with illusionist Andre' Kole of "Astrology and Psychic Phenomena."
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ScottLeavitt
Special user
713 Posts
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Posted: Aug 11, 2004 7:45am
Thanks folks -- have Tarbell on the shelves but too often overlooked! Will need to check out the other two as well.
Thanks again.
Scott
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Hypnotic Winter
Special user
Ireland
722 Posts
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Posted: Aug 12, 2004 2:24pm
This is the funniest thing. I ordered the blindfold a few weeks ago and was beginning to wonder why it was taking a little longer to get here then it should, I got a letter from customs telling me it was being held for me to authorize it so that vat and duty could be paid on it. Nothing has ever been stopped on me before, I'm assuming the metal set their detectors off. At least it will still be getting here.
Update:
I received the blindfold last week and I have to say, it is amazing, every thing that it says and more. The manual is worth so much also. This was worth every penny.
When your only reality is an illusion, then illusion is reality.
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RonCalhoun
Special user
Independence, KY USA
564 Posts
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Posted: Sep 8, 2004 11:27am
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On 2004-02-04 07:41, Dr_Zodiac wrote:
Sorry, Richard, I'm a huge fan (weighing in at 165 lbs.) of the DVD's, but here I have to disagree.
... what’s a blindfold looks like is that it’s anything that is in everyday use that restricts vision.
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Sorry Doc, While I try to use "everyday objects" and understand that thinking, A blindfold is NOT an everyday item.
I suggest you ask to borrow a blindfold from the audience. They ain’t goin’ ta have one.
I do a stockade escape. A stockade is NOT an everyday item.
If you’re doing card to wallet don’t pull out a solid steel wallet. But again the idea here is to create an impossible task.
OK, ok, ok
I want one . how much and how do I get one.
Ron Calhoun
Northern Kentucky
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francisco
Loyal user
Coolest guy in the café
267 Posts
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Posted: Sep 8, 2004 12:16pm
www.magicbox.uk.com do it, you could try there
around £50 I think, though they do have a price promise
in face, heres an exact link
http://www.magicbox.uk.com/product.php?prodId=11516&catId=919
yup, £55
have fun
-Francisco
'When you steal one trick, they call it plagiarism. When you steal many - they call it research.'
[Corinda, 13 steps to mentalism]
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chanor
Regular user
New York City
156 Posts
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Posted: Sep 10, 2004 2:15pm
Can the Osterlind blindfold be used by a mentalist who wears eyeglasses?
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david_a_whitehead
Inner circle
USA
2119 Posts
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Posted: Sep 10, 2004 3:08pm
Yes, it can
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francisco
Loyal user
Coolest guy in the café
267 Posts
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Posted: Sep 11, 2004 6:41am
Yeah you can, I think the first post in the thread mentions it
-Francisco
'When you steal one trick, they call it plagiarism. When you steal many - they call it research.'
[Corinda, 13 steps to mentalism]
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Sven Rygh
Inner circle
Oslo, Norway.
1681 Posts
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Posted: Sep 12, 2004 5:12am
I got mine yesterday, and spent pretty much time on trying to find out the secret and how it works.
Believe me, I couldn't!!
After having read the manual and played with the thing today, I can only say that this is a most amazing item, and that it has tons of possibilities.
The routines described in the manual look really great.
The reason for why I bought it, is the routine in Dynamic Mysteries.
If you can find it anywhere, just get it!
Sven
WWW.SVENRYGH.NO
"Keep it as simple as possible, - but no simpler"
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GFord
New user
Washington DC
53 Posts
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Posted: Sep 13, 2004 7:22am
Sven, I can second your comments. The quality is first rate and the book is manditory for anyone thinking of doing blindfold work. Richard has shared great routines and most important stratigies to produce maximum effects in presentation.
- GF
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Richard Osterlind
V.I.P.
1808 Posts
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Posted: Oct 1, 2004 8:49am
Gentlemen,
Since Dynamic Mysteries was mentioned earlier by Sven, and since part of it pertains to my blindfold, let me tell you that I just put up my last (extra) copy of Dynamic Mysteries on eBay. You can find it with a simple search. I also put up 2 other great mentalism books, one is by Al Mann.
Thanks again for all your great comments about the blindfold.
Richard
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plainman007
Elite user
472 Posts
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Posted: Feb 1, 2005 12:19pm
Hi Richard,
I'm planning to buy your blindfold. And my face is almond shaped and longish. I feel the blindfold might be too large. I wanted to ask you. Once I get your blindfold can I wear it on and if it doesn't suit or is too large for my face can I make one out of sheet metal and use the same principle/method in it. Is it easy to fabricate a better fitting one if I'm too particular about the looks thing ?. I would appreciate your advise. Thanks.
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Reuben Dunn
Inner circle
Whittier California
1294 Posts
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Posted: Feb 14, 2005 5:26pm
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On 2004-02-04 09:52, Richard Osterlind wrote:
Whatever rings your chimes, Zodiac. (Sounds like I am still going to make a sale!)
Seriously, we all have to do what we feel is the best for us. I am slated to do a new set of videos this coming summer for L&L. I didn't want to do anything on the first set that required a prop that you couldn't make yourself.
There has been so much interest, however, in some of my marketed items. I am thinking of doing a few items on there such as the blindfold to demonstrate my handling. Perhaps if you could actually see the way I use it, it might seem more logical to you.
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Just to take this off topic for a second Richard, are there any plans for a re-release of "Thought Scan"? Your handleing of it on your DVD is great.
BTY, I have your EMMM set and put together a phone book for the test. An hour later, after finding a single area coded book, not easy to do here in the UK, and I've got a prop that is great. I've done it a half dozen times and have pulled it off as shown. Even flipping all of the pages open prior to doing the effect didn't expose the gaffs.
When will your new DVD set come up?
Regards
Reuben Dunn
www.reubendunn.com
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discjockey
Elite user
448 Posts
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Posted: Feb 14, 2005 8:25pm
So does the book that come with it include routines, or no? if so, could you give me a brief description of them. it just says "What’s more, a brand new book by Osterlind is included that contains the full workings of the blindfold plus revolutionary ideas, some of which have never before been disclosed." that doesn't give me the impression that there are routines in there
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enriqueenriquez
Inner circle
New York
1276 Posts
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Posted: Feb 14, 2005 8:33pm
If I recall correctly, there is a psycometry routine, an incredible book test, an acid test, a great routine where you stab a balloon on a volunter’s hand, and a routine from Ted Lesley involving billets that I can really remember in detail.
Besides, the blindfold itself is superb, and Richard’s explanations as good as usual.
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Richard Osterlind
V.I.P.
1808 Posts
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Posted: Feb 14, 2005 10:32pm
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On 2005-02-14 17:26, mindguy wrote:
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On 2004-02-04 09:52, Richard Osterlind wrote:
Whatever rings your chimes, Zodiac. (Sounds like I am still going to make a sale!)
Seriously, we all have to do what we feel is the best for us. I am slated to do a new set of videos this coming summer for L&L. I didn't want to do anything on the first set that required a prop that you couldn't make yourself.
There has been so much interest, however, in some of my marketed items. I am thinking of doing a few items on there such as the blindfold to demonstrate my handling. Perhaps if you could actually see the way I use it, it might seem more logical to you.
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Just to take this off topic for a second Richard, are there any plans for a re-release of "Thought Scan"? Your handleing of it on your DVD is great.
BTY, I have your EMMM set and put together a phone book for the test. An hour later, after finding a single area coded book, not easy to do here in the UK, and I've got a prop that is great. I've done it a half dozen times and have pulled it off as shown. Even flipping all of the pages open prior to doing the effect didn't expose the gaffs.
When will your new DVD set come up?
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Glad that the phone book is working out so well for you.
I am working on the Thoughtscan board. If it works out the way I am hoping, it will be better than ever.
I cannot state when the next set of videos will be out. That's out of my control and we will have to wait and see. I will keep you posted.
Richard
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