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frenchmagi Loyal user 264 Posts |
I was in San Francisco the other day, and saw a hustler using the three card monte to steal money from tourists. Because I knew the method, I immediately wanted to participate to steal back the money from this con man. Didn't do it though, for fear that he'd come after me later on. I'm just curious, has anyone else here encountered that situation?
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Dannydoyle Eternal Order 21219 Posts |
First thing to realise is that it is not one guy who you are dealing with.
It is a crew. Anywhere from 2-6 people depending on a lot of things. Same with the shell game. Your lucky you didn't try it. Besides he could have just not taken your bet. His buddy would put down a bigger bet, and the dealer will take that bet, and win it. You can't really do what you think you wanted to do. Research the game a bit more and you will see what I mean. The sentiment is great, but you would get seriously hurt at worst, and just not accomplish it at best. Not worth it. As much as magicians may know the moves and some routines, they really don't know the "game" which is far more. First thing is that the rules always change. Funny thing is if you tried to put down that bet and he denied it as he would, then that becomes the hook! He uses that to show people that the "could have won". Heck you would actually be helping him.
Danny Doyle
<BR>Semper Occultus <BR>In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act....George Orwell |
Vandy Grift Inner circle Milwaukee 3504 Posts |
To paraphrase the lovely Dionne Warwick;
If you see broad mob on the street And they're cleaning out, every sucker they meet... Walk on by Just walk on by.
"Get a life dude." -some guy in a magic forum
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frenchmagi Loyal user 264 Posts |
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On 2006-11-28 13:23, Dannydoyle wrote: I knew that more than one of the people were in on the three card monte, but didn't realize everything else that was involved. In hindsight I'm glad I trusted my instinct and didn't participate. |
Dannydoyle Eternal Order 21219 Posts |
I have always said you were smart. You proved it here.
Danny Doyle
<BR>Semper Occultus <BR>In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act....George Orwell |
frenchmagi Loyal user 264 Posts |
Thanks buddy.
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Matt Malinas Inner circle Transylvania 1367 Posts |
Did it with some gipsys in town. I really don't recommend it.
-Matt
The masters make the rules, for the wise men and the fools
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JoeJoe Inner circle Myrtle Beach 1915 Posts |
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Joey Stalin Inner circle Canada 1072 Posts |
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On 2006-12-08 23:24, JoeJoe wrote: That was pretty good, heh.
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That's actually a clip from Whit Haydn's TCM DVD...
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fishwasher Inner circle B'ham uk 1231 Posts |
Nice vid Joejoe
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