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edseas2 New user 76 Posts |
I wondered if anyone saw Doug Henning perform this effect (maybe by Owen's then?) and what they think of it?
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Tor Egil Elite user Norway 495 Posts |
Do you mean the walking thru mirror?
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edseas2 New user 76 Posts |
Uh no. It is called (among other titles) "Owen's Miracle Mirror" (by Owen Supreme Magic), the Paradox Mirror, and also the Flexible mirror, among others and in different levels of quality too.
Basically, a mirror within a frame approximately 7" x 10" (inches) is passed around (in some versions)and shown to be fair (in some versions). Then, the mirror in its frame is put in to a bag and then a knitting needle or knife is pushed through the bag several times to show that it penetrated through it. At the conclusion of the effect, the mirror is then visibly bent while it is in the bag. It may then be passed around. Henning had it melting under a candle to soften it up although he was not the originator of the effect. |
Jordini Inner circle 2765 Posts |
Walking throught the mirror was Louis DeMatos (spelling) on world's greatest magic #2
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truthteller Inner circle 2584 Posts |
I know Bill Shmelk of Wellington Enterprises made many of Henning's props and may have built the prop for him. The one Henning used was different than many of the knock off/cheaper version out today. Well, not different per se, but of an exceedingly high quality.
Henning followed the flexible mirror with Steinmeyer's Walking through a mirror. I too would love to learn the maker of Henning's prop. I have heard it was commercially available at one time, but can't remember any other detail. |
Kingry Elite user Virginia 464 Posts |
I have a Mikame version that I regularly use. It looks similar to the Owens. The hinges are completly hidden.
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MagicCarisio Inner circle 1061 Posts |
I just recently sold one made by Mel Babcock called "Mirror In Frame Penetration" the hinges are also hidden. Mel Babcock is famous for his beautifuly made magic in wood. Unfortunately he does'nt make the "Mirror In Frame Penetration" any longer.
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joseph Eternal Order Please ignore my 17405 Posts |
I had the version sold by Abbott's, and it is not examinable. The effect is good, but I liked the version (different) that I saw Henning perform, where he visibly pushed a silk and sponge ball through the mirror. I don't recall the name of the trick, but it is sold at hocus-pocus or Hank Lee....
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Rennie Inner circle I think I have about 1829 Posts |
Joseph,
The effect you are describing is different than the flexible mirror.The flexible mirror is as described by edseas2 in the above post. The one you are talking about is only for a penetration, no bending of the mirror and not put into a bag like the flexible one. I have both versions at home and would be willing to sell them if anyone is interested. Rennie
The effect is the important thing, how you achieve it is not.......
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SandyWeber Regular user 121 Posts |
How timely, there is actually a cute routine for the flexible mirror in this month's Linking Ring by Peter Marucci.
Sandy |
Jeff Haas Special user 929 Posts |
This trick is also known as "Flexible Glass."
Here's one unusual version: Click Here! This month's MAGIC has an ad from a new (to me) prop builder. I have no idea how good they are at building props, but you can check out Here! The Abbott magic version: Click Here! Jeff |
Julian Kestrel Loyal user 268 Posts |
In some of the descriptions for the "flexible Mirror" they talk about removing the mirror from the frame other's don't. Does anyone remebe whether Henning's came out of the frame first?
Julian Kestrel |
Don Loyal user 216 Posts |
Doug Henning walked throgh a mirror and he also did the flexible mirror.
His props where mostly made by Owen Magic,Wellington made a number of props particularly his last run on broadway in Merlin. Doug Henning removed his glass from the frame,I remember as he did it for Merv on the Merv Griffen Show,he used Owen Magic Supremes flexible mirror. OWEN makes the finest props of rare woods and metal around, and the props can stand up to years of use and still look good and be functional. I have an Owen Magic flexible glass and it is a beauty and is made of a rare wood. There are several other makers such as Abbotts,Ickle pickle and Sterlini. Don |
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
I love the Owen model! Wish they were still in business.
Mister Mystery
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Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
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On Nov 6, 2004, Julian Kestrel wrote: I have seen 2 different videos of Doug performing a Flexible Mirror routine. If I remember correctly, both routines were very similar other than maybe a few minor tweaks. I belive he removed the mirror from the frame near the beginning of each routine.
Mister Mystery
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RNK Inner circle 7479 Posts |
Yes, he does remove the mirror before the penetration.
I did order the Ickle Pickle version.
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magicbyswh Inner circle North East Tennessee 1555 Posts |
The best on the market right now is the flexible mirror by Tony Karpinski. Top quality
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the Sponge Inner circle Atlanta 2770 Posts |
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On Jan 11, 2024, magicbyswh wrote: no pic of the back. can you see the hinges? |
RNK Inner circle 7479 Posts |
I used Ickle Pickle version for the 1st time for about 40 kids and 60 adults. Both kids and adults loved it. If you wanted to buy this and were on the fence, I definitely think it is a winner. Kids as young as five and even the 4-year-olds understood and were made amazed the needle could penetrate the mirror. They all love the bending part as well.
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