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jprace Inner circle 2209 Posts 
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Hey guys,
I am looking for the credit for a certain switch done with a card/bill and a wallet. I can't remember if it has Paul Harris origins. Basically, you're holding the closed wallet in one hand with the item you'll be switching in underneath the wallet. The other hand openly holds the shown object. As you transfer the wallet to the other hand, you bring the hidden object into view and are now hiding the other object under the closed wallet. It reminds me a lot of the Jinx Switch. Any help is appreciated! |
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Chris SD Special user 737 Posts
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Not sure what the origins are (considering the simplicity it probably predates modern magic), but you are correct that it was used by Paul Harris in the 'counterfeit spectator' effect from AoA volume 2. There might be some additional info in the footnotes.
Good luck. |
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Dorian Rhodell Inner circle San Francisco, CA. 1633 Posts
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Larry Jennings used this to switch decks. As the wallet was opened from right to left, the item went under the wallet. When closed left to right the new item came into view. The wallet and deck were placed together in the back pocket for a clean up.
Best, Dorian Rhodell |
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jhostler Loyal user 278 Posts
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The move (or, more accurately, "tactic") in question can't be accurately credited - it's simply too old and too elementary. Much like Tilt, but I digress!
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Chris SD Special user 737 Posts
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On 2012-09-25 19:46, jhostler wrote: Here we go... |
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jprace Inner circle 2209 Posts
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On 2012-09-25 19:46, jhostler wrote: I understand what you mean, but I don't think this is an example. (Nor is Tilt...) |
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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27300 Posts
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On 2012-09-25 19:46, jhostler wrote: The question of early references in print is valid though. Got one for the depth perception illusion that predates the Victor book?
...to all the coins I've dropped here
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jprace Inner circle 2209 Posts
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Yeah, that's better phrasing. I am looking for the earliest references in print.
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Zombie Magic Inner circle I went out for a beer and now have 8733 Posts
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It's called "The Zombie Switch". I came up with it years ago after seeing it on a video, so I changed the name as many creators do these days. If you use it, please credit me.
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jprace Inner circle 2209 Posts
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 That's what I'm hoping not to do!
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jhostler Loyal user 278 Posts
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On 2012-09-25 20:55, jprace wrote: We'll have to agree to disagree on both counts! But I'm sure the *documented* history of this move can be traced back to some very, very old billet-type switches - i.e., those wherein the switch is covered by a notepad or envelope rather than a wallet. There are of course earlier antecedents utilizing handkerchiefs and assorted objects (balls etc.). Really, any “move” wherein one item is switched for another as a covering object is passed from hand to hand could apply. |
Dennis Loomis 1943 - 2013 2113 Posts
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I agree that the origins of this are too old to find. But the first print reference might be discovered.
I just chimed in, however, to mention that I used to do this in my college days to switch the gaffed knife for a real one in a color changing knife routine. To justify using my wallet I would demonstrate that the knife would change color by rapping it down onto the top of the wallet. Then, as I put my wallet away, I'd use this techinique to switch the knives. Dennis Loomis
Itinerant Montebank
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