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David Regal V.I.P. 828 Posts |
Thanks for the Ted Lesley credit. I didn't know about that effect, but there are many others I do credit on the DVD (I like crediting!). Another credit I missed is Dale Anthony, who came up with a trick called Under Attack many years ago. Jim Steinmeyer deserves a credit, too, for his trick The Stapled Card. As for what I contributed to the method, it's really just the manner in which a hole is placed into the impaled object in real time. I know that hole might not seem like much! I guess it's the kind of thing where some people might say "Who cares?" but to me it's important.
Also, regarding The Gold Standard itself, the tie tick/pin is a lovely prop, 18K gold plated. I understand that, at $75, the prop is not a low priced item, but I look at it this way: We live in a time where it is common to spend $25 for a box with a DVD inside it and nothing else. On the DVD you might be given a shopping list of items you need to purchase in order to make whatever trick it was you thought you just bought. So, yes, buying a prop that was designed from the ground up, crafted by a jewelry manufacturer, and plated in gold, costs three times more than the box of nothing we so often get. In the long run, a box of something is cheaper than the ten boxes of nothing we all have. Yes? |
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dbmagician New user 3 Posts |
I have ordered mine so when it arrives I will give a detailed opinion on it I do wear a tie but don't fancy sticking a hole through it so the part were the hole on the side of the jacket is were I will put mine I will let you guys know what I think when it arrives and weather it is a real world worker
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Jared Inner circle Rhode Island, USA 1573 Posts |
To avoid losing the functioning piece while strolling, I've been attaching mine to a magnet wrapped/glued in a piece of soft felt to prevent it scratching and making noise. I will likely make up something in steel soon since it will be easier to secure from your pocket than from a magnet stuck to another magnet but you get the basic idea. And for what it's worth, I didn't have a problem paying David's asking price. He's right that you're getting a nicely manufactured utility prop that takes up virtually no pocket space and can be used in countless routines including those with bills.
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davidpaul$ Inner circle Georgetown, South Carolina 3086 Posts |
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On Dec 6, 2016, Jared wrote: I'm confident this is a great effect, but that's a concern, losing it. So some arts and crafts are required to address this as well as additional space on your person. I'm hesitant but it might be worth the effort. If it is lost I think David could help out but at what cost? David is certainly blest with creativity and I appreciate him bringing to market the fruits of that creativity.
Guilt will betray you before technique betrays you!
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Jared Inner circle Rhode Island, USA 1573 Posts |
David, I seriously wouldn't be worrying about pocket space. The piece is about the size of a quarter, and there are no "arts and crafts" required. Just put it inside an envelope or something if you're that concerned about losing it. I'm not being paid to endorse David Regal's products or anything but just telling it like it is
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MJE Elite user After all these years,I STILL have only 409 Posts |
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On Nov 16, 2016, magicbyswh wrote: 99%? Seriously? I realize that a lot of people do kid shows, but it's kind of hard to believe that the number is that high. |
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MJE Elite user After all these years,I STILL have only 409 Posts |
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On Nov 16, 2016, Fire Starter wrote: It looks very useful to me, as well, but the only photo I'm seeing of it doesn't make it look the least bit attractive. I hope I'm missing something. I've seen the effect done very rarely but it's been around for a very long time, although the hole is a nice twist. It's very tempting and I hope it looks nicer than what is shown in the ad. |
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Fire Starter Inner circle 4809 Posts |
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On Jan 19, 2017, MJE wrote: I saw the price and thought,not on my wages |
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Richard Kaufman Inner circle 2532 Posts |
It's expensive, but it's also really good. For the pro, who's going to put it in his or her repertoire right away, it's cheap for what you get.
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Fire Starter Inner circle 4809 Posts |
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On Jan 19, 2017, Richard Kaufman wrote: I do like it Richard,may still get it when I have the money,certainly look's like a real worker . |
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PIPO New user Madrid SPAIN 82 Posts |
Wonderfully made and very clever gimmick. The DVD explaining and crediting was cool too.
The first effect in the video it not the best use of the thing and I guess they put it on the teaser because its appealing visual aspect. IMHO the best use of the thing is an offbeat (as it is explained by in the DVD). The effect is potentially very strong and appealing but it is up to the performer to make it so. If you have a card selected and signed and right away approach the deck to the tie to display that the card is impaled in the tie tack it will most likely feel as a trick, with no meaning leaving no magical feeling whatsoever. I will customize it to convert it in a pin since I didn’t even know what a tie tack it. I intend to customize it as a pin from my “magic society”. I see it much more as a strolling magic piece. I would present it like this. - After a magic opener I proudly announce to my audience that my magic society accepted me back after that shameful incident that I won’t comment why further. (how would I that was a wig??!), then I produce the pin from my pocket. - I say they gave me back the “magic pin” for people to see I am worthy magician (which I think it funny because it is true in many magic societies) I hand out the pin for a closer look as I comment that is manufactured in China and only a few thousands of magicians are allowed to wear it. I put in in my lapel in a little ceremony and they all clap and make noise. I throw confetti at the end of it. - So I have a card selected and signed and I perform a perverse version of the ambitious card routine. I intend to lose the card in the center to begin the trick but I am unable to do so all the time (the card rises to the top/bottom). I never “start” the trick. - Desperate, I will spring the deck to the ground and I say I am not worthy of the pin. The selected card appears impaled in the pin but don't care. In tears I remove the pin from my lapel and hand out the impaled card as I apologize and I put the pin back in my pocket. Alternative ending (card on the ceiling) Best Pipo |
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mh1001 Special user 602 Posts |
I'm very interested in this effect. One question, if I may. Do you need an additional piece to perform the penetration effect ? Put it otherwise, before you do the penetration, can you show that your hands are only holding the cards and there is nothing in your hands ? And are the cards (notably the signed one) examinable ? Thanks.
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DavidKenney Inner circle 2178 Posts |
Cards are examinable - your hands are not
Title: The Gold Standard Creator: David Regal Publisher: self published MSRP: $ 56 Skill Level: DVD Run time: 27 minutes Type of effect: Signed card appearing to a tie tack Manufacturer's Write Up: What is The Gold Standard? It is an 18k gold-plated tie tack or lapel pin that does something special with great economy: a card is returned to the deck, and an instant later it is seen impaled on your tie tack. You can pull on the card, and spin it on the post. Best of all, when you remove the card from the tie tack, there is a hole in the card! The card can be signed. The effect can be performed at any time in your act, with a deck in play. And it doesn't have to be a playing card. The Gold Standard can just as easily cause a signed bill to become impaled, or a business card - imagine handing out your card only to discover it pierced by your tie tack. When you remove the card, there's a hole running through it. You can then give that potential customer your business information with a permanent reminder of the effect he just witnessed. How accurate is the ad copy? this is exactly what happens What's in the box? Gold standard gimmick and the DVD Key points: This is an elegant quality prop, custom designed from the ground up, with attention to detail. If you don’t wear a tie – this could be a gold pin on a lapel. How are the production values: Mr. Regal is standing at a card table in front of a red curtain. He does appear to have a live camera person, but maybe not a lapel mic. His voice sounds a little echoey. At one time he says that they we are shooting in his “living room” and in fact he’s probably in a live theatre (like the Magic Castle) and the ambient noise could be an adjacent theatre. Mr. Regal does a few “pick up” shots outside – and again, you hear ambient noise of birds and wind in the camera’s mic. Is it well made: Looks like brass, but is made from stainless steel. Treated well, it should last you a lifetime. Is it well taught: Mr. Regal performs this for a live audience in a parlor setting. He goes over multiple phases and endings for the card to tie routine. Mr. Regal also gives full credit for inspiration as well as credits to previous talent who have created similar effects. Storage? Does it "pack flat?" Wears easily on your tie and the gimmick can easily be hidden in a finger palm. Does it "play big?" I’d say any effect that David Regal uses in his own performance – is good enough for you and me. Difficulty / Skill level required: A well versed magician with an intermediate level of card skill will have no trouble with this routine. How much arts and crafts are involved? None – everything is built for you. How practical is this in the real world? (can it really be done?) Absolutely, and I think this would work great for corporate and restaurant magic – where many magicians typically we a tie. Overall score: let's toss out the traditional score of 1-10 and make this something that we all can appreciate and understand. __X__ Very Satisfied _____ Somewhat Satisfied _____ Neither Satisfied or Dissatisfied _____ Somewhat Dissatisfied _____ Very Dissatisfied _____ No Opinion My thoughts David Regal is magic royalty and pretty much anything he puts his name on is going to be “gold.” + Hey do you want to see my full review with even more of my opinions and ideas? Visit this link for my video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw_15pNtPQc |
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davidpaul$ Inner circle Georgetown, South Carolina 3086 Posts |
Thanks for the review. MSRP $56.00 ?
It's $75.00 everywhere I looked.
Guilt will betray you before technique betrays you!
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mh1001 Special user 602 Posts |
Thanks for the review. No problem if I have to finger palm the gimmick. I don't wear a tie, and I never will, but I'm certain, given Regal's video, that you can have the tie tack attached almost anywhere you want. Ali Nouira did a review recently, and he said you can have the tie tack attached on your back, which is pretty cool. Personally, I'm thinking about attaching it at the level of my waist. I guess I will have to ask Regal himself if it's doable or not.
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DavidKenney Inner circle 2178 Posts |
@davidpaul$ it's 56 on Penguin
@mh1001 it's a working tie tack - so where ever you can place a tie tack you can place this item. You can wear it as a lapel pin on your jacket. |
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davidpaul$ Inner circle Georgetown, South Carolina 3086 Posts |
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On Feb 28, 2017, DavidKenney wrote: I just received this and am well pleased. I lose things all the time in the heat of performances especially in restaurant setting. I WILL devise something in my pocket so that doesn't happen. Well made, great premise and the price is right from the tuxedo bird website. (I bought another one after I received this )
Guilt will betray you before technique betrays you!
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David Regal V.I.P. 828 Posts |
Pipo -
I just saw your post - what a lovely routine! Mh1001 - As for hands being empty, the gimmick starts out in a pocket and can be gotten hold of mid-trick, after the selection. A subtlety of the gimmick is that it "marries" itself to the selection in the action of a second or two, and that fact allows for very clean handling, and empty hands. It's a nice thing, and when I explain it to magicians who think they understand the entirety of what's going on (the trick is based on a known principle) they all go "Ohhhhhhh..." That Penguin price of $56 is very low, but I will match it if you drop me an email at david@davidregal.com and you mention the Magic Café. |
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philipsw Loyal user 206 Posts |
I love Pipo's idea too! This is a really well made and thought out prop. I do share some of the hesitation about using a tie pin (that's what we call them in the UK!) - but think the lapel idea easily gets round this. Perhaps another version could be produced that looks more like a lapel badge? I've done a full review here: http://www.bicycle-cards.co.uk/2017/05/2......-review/
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