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martinsmagic New user Spicewood, TX 62 Posts 
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Hi,
This looks like a well run and functional board so I thought I’d spend some time online with you guys. I write software and build web systems for a living, but have a passion for collecting usable magic and when I get the time actually performing it. I spend most of my spare time trying to buy some of the better magic out there. I keep my collection online http://martinsmagic.com and try to add to it regularly. I’m always looking for new sources of good quality magic that isn’t just pretty, but can acutally be used. I don’t perform to magicians but having been interested in magic for almost 30 years I have formed some opinions on our art and industry. I’m pleased to have found this board! _________________ Andy Martin’s Magic (andy@martinsmagic.com) Magic, Mirth, & Mystery for Select Occasions http://martinsmagic.com http://qualitymagic.com
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Magicman0323 Special user Just outside parts unknown. 713 Posts
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Welcome to the CAFE
   
You'll wonder when I'm coming, you'll wonder even more when I'm gone. - Max Malini
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mysta-magic New user Las Vegas 27 Posts
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Hi Andy!
If your looking for something unique? Then perhaps I can someday make you something for your collection! Roy Kueppers http://www.roykueppers.com |
Steve Landavazo Special user Northern California 654 Posts
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Welcome to the board Andy!
It's great to have you! I'm looking forward to your posts! Sincerely, Steve Landavazo
Courage is the willingness to be afraid and act anyway!
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Bernard Sim Inner circle Singapore 1095 Posts
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Hi Andy and welcome, I'm sure you'll like it here. BTW what an awesome collection you have!!!! Makes my mouth drool!
Bernard Sim
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martinsmagic New user Spicewood, TX 62 Posts
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Thanks!
If only I had time to practice all the magic I buy! Quote:
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Steve Brooks Founder / Manager Northern California - United States 3801 Posts
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Hello Andy,
again I say...WELCOME!
We are so glad you joined our magic community, I look forward to seeing your thoughts on magic! 
"Always be you because nobody else can" - Steve Brooks
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Bernard Sim Inner circle Singapore 1095 Posts
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Hi Andy, with so many props on hand, what is the favorite close-up items in your collection?
Bernard Sim
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martinsmagic New user Spicewood, TX 62 Posts
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Well - with so many props it's hard to choose just one favorite
I’ll break it down into a few topics. I will not include any card effects, and am restricting myself to what I have classified as close-up on my site which is about 167 items: http://www.martinsmagic.com/cgi-bin/dche......=gallery 1) For sheer beauty and elegance and cleverness of method: any of the Alan Warner items, he just makes very wonderful micro magic, that always has a clever method, and is different and entertaining: http://www.martinsmagic.com/cgi-bin/dche......n+Warner 2) For sheer entertinment: I think I’d go for either of the Ron Bauer effects: Horn Swoggled Again http://www.martinsmagic.com/cgi-bin/dche......key=1009 or Xerox Money http://www.martinsmagic.com/cgi-bin/dche......key=1006 3) For nice feeling in the hands (and entertainment) The Mogars Knives http://www.martinsmagic.com/cgi-bin/dche......%7Cnives 4) For "apparent" incredible sleight of hand dexterity: Dean Dill’s Production Pad: http://www.martinsmagic.com/cgi-bin/dche......;key=960 5) Finally, for sheer cleverness and convincingness of method (even though the props are cheap): Tenyo’s Crystal Cleaver! http://www.martinsmagic.com/cgi-bin/dche......;key=195 Well that’s my opinion and I’m sticking to it! Quote:
_________________ Andy Martin’s Magic (andy@martinsmagic.com) Magic, Mirth, & Mystery for Select Occasions http://martinsmagic.com http://qualitymagic.com
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Wallace Loyal user Bangor, Northern Ireland 208 Posts
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That isn't a website Andy it is a virtual 'encyclopedia'!!
I couldn't agree more with your comments on Alan Warner's pure craftmanship! I notice that you don't list his 'Mummy' effect which IMO is one of his best!
Wallace B
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martinsmagic New user Spicewood, TX 62 Posts
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Wallace - I don’t have his mummy one...
it's discontinued and I haven’t yet seen it up for sale used. I will be getting the following items this month: 4. Voo-Doo No. 84-4 6. Runic No. 37-6 7. Red Chinese Puzzle No. 40-7 8. Pentra No. 64-8 16. Mini-Mental No. 74-16 17. The Pharaoh’s Curse No. 55-17 26. Horus-Scope No. 62-26 36. Kryptic Keys No. 62-36 37. The Wonderland Door No. 47-37 39. Scarab-A-Scarab No. 62-39 Which will add to my collection very nicely Gee, I must get a life some day, but in the meantime I’ll keep building my collection. The Warner stuff is just so wonderful to pick up and play with.
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_________________ Andy Martin’s Magic (andy@martinsmagic.com) Magic, Mirth, & Mystery for Select Occasions http://martinsmagic.com http://qualitymagic.com
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MikDB New user UK but now Seattle USA 7 Posts
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Hi Martin
Great collection of magic you have. I have some stuff for sale. See the website below for details. _________________ Have a magical day http://www.magic4sale.cjb.net Mik
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