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Chaz93 Inner circle Texas 1942 Posts 
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On Apr 1, 2026, The Unmasked Magician wrote: Fair point. There are a small handful of truthful people here, giving honest reviews. But it has been an ongoing problem for years of reviews that just aren't honest. Whether it be the UK propless mentalism crowd, all patting each other on the back and claiming to have the holy grail that of course never actually works or people attributing quotes or misrepresenting someones words or actions to essentially use their celebrity as an appeal to authority, it's a huge problem with the Cafe. Aside from the few honest reviewers, it really seems like the good majority are done in bad faith. Not to give an honest review, but to hype and sell a product. And when it is as opaque as this, straight up putting words in someones mouth they never said and not even contacting them to verify the quote is accurate, it calls into question every other review the poster has made, and every one moving forward. This wasn't a slip like "oops sorry my review stated you didn't have to do _____ but actually you do!" So yeah, stick with the folks who have proven themselves to be honest, but pay attention to those who engage in BS like this "review". |
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The Unmasked Magician Inner circle If only I didn't have a wife and a kid I would have MUCH more than 3267 Posts
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I agree. It’s frustrating.
Please check regularly if you are becoming the type of magician Jerry Seinfeld jokes about. (This applies to mentalists as well.)
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saturnkk Special user Commerce Township, MI / Naples, FL 684 Posts
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On Apr 1, 2026, The Unmasked Magician wrote: Worse... it is "swindley". Typically, if a "reviewer" is unwilling to be critical they aren't really a reviewer. Reviewers should uncover pros and cons, not just be schills. |
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Chaz93 Inner circle Texas 1942 Posts
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It looks like the OP has been edited as well, now it says Banachek saw it and "had something to say about it". Who said comedy mentalism couldn't be funny?
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PatrickGregoire Inner circle 2927 Posts
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On Apr 1, 2026, Chaz93 wrote: Lol no. 1. You can't edit a post that far after posting it. 2. You'd see "edited" at the top of the post. 3. He never made the claim in the initial post, he made it later on in the thread in a further post. I have no idea what Alex's intentions were when posting that, but I'm not sure we should jump to malicious conclusions. |
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Banachek V.I.P. Houston 1097 Posts
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It was def not malicious. As said, it is a great concept and works well.
In thoughts and Friendship
Banachek Campus Performer of the Year two years in a row Year 2000 Campus Novelty Act PEA Creativity Award Recipient http://www.banachek.com |
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Chaz93 Inner circle Texas 1942 Posts
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On Apr 1, 2026, PatrickGregoire wrote: Apologies. I was mistaken and thought the quote was in the OP, and assumed a cafe mod changed it due to the clarification made. |
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mike stevenson Veteran user 315 Posts
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On Apr 1, 2026, kiketron wrote: Thanks for your honest opinion. It's an important counterweight given what's now transpired about the initial claims. Is it possible to elaborate on your issues with it, without getting into exposure? |
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kiketron Veteran user 329 Posts
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On Apr 2, 2026, mike stevenson wrote: The gimmick is very rudimentary, not powerful enough to be confident that the spectator will feel the touch even if they are wearing thin or little clothing. It is not worth the money. People will start complaining after watching what you get . Just wait and see. The only good news: refills are easy to find near you. I won’t comment anything else to prevent exposure of the product . I can’t understand the positive review of BMWGuy, but that’s my review. Time will say.
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magicmind Inner circle South 3767 Posts
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[quote]On Apr 2, 2026, kiketron wrote:
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On Apr 2, 2026, mike stevenson wrote: so you're upset with the method? It was $$, but have you tried this to see reactions? Buyers remorse doesn't make something a bad effect. Thanks for your opinion of what you bought though. |
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kiketron Veteran user 329 Posts
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On Apr 2, 2026, kiketron wrote: Not with the method itself, but with how unreliable it is. It's been tried and tested, of course. Otherwise, I wouldn't be giving my opinion. I wonder if you have it.
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mike stevenson Veteran user 315 Posts
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On Apr 2, 2026, kiketron wrote: Thanks for elaborating, much appreciated. |
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magicmind Inner circle South 3767 Posts
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Not with the method itself, but with how unreliable it is. It's been tried and tested, of course. Otherwise, I wouldn't be giving my opinion. I wonder if you have it. [/quote] I knew what this was when I saw it. I verified and hoped it would be reliable. Waited for some reviews and will pass on this. Thanks for your input, I just wanted clarification on what you mentioned above. |
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Joaquin Veteran user 362 Posts
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It is very sad to see so how many negative people post in here that when a new effect does not please them, meet their expectations or threats their knowledge or ego they bathmouth the effect trying to destroy, discredit it or disprove . Even professional perfomers have to post to defend their egos. Yea we know they know better but it is not necessary to tell us about it. Very sad that Mistakes or misinterpretation are not allowed at all.
What about some words of encouragement to people that has the courage to create ? How do you think the creator feels after seeing all your beautiful words of discontent and discouragement? How would you feel if it was you? It is not that magic is disappearing. It is all of us that are discouraging creators. Be nice to your fellows and you will gain more than buying a magic trick. |
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The Unmasked Magician Inner circle If only I didn't have a wife and a kid I would have MUCH more than 3267 Posts
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The “fellows” you mention are sellers, asking serious money for a product. They ask BMWguy to help them hype it. When it turns out their product s**^s we hope people here at the Cafe WILL share that info to help others in not spending their hard earned money on a bad product. That is what friendship is on the Cafe, dude.
If you think friendship means staying silent or helping people pushing sh&€*y products then I guess you need to go somewhere else. BTW I have no opinion on this product yet. Only on your bizarre victim blaming statement.
Please check regularly if you are becoming the type of magician Jerry Seinfeld jokes about. (This applies to mentalists as well.)
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Andrew Zuber Inner circle Los Angeles, CA 3260 Posts
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On Apr 3, 2026, Joaquin wrote: I don't see anyone here being disrespectful with their reviews. They're simply stating their experience with the product. No one is telling the creator to not create. One of my favorite parts of the Cafe is hearing what buyers have to say about a product as it allows me to make an informed decision about what I'm buying. To me, that is magicians helping magicians, and that includes creators who can view feedback and work to be better. If something doesn't work for me, I'm not going to post about how amazing it is. That doesn't allow for improvement...it's just dishonest.
"I'm sorry - if you were right, I would agree with you." -Robin Williams, Awakenings
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JanForster Inner circle Germany ... when not traveling... 4372 Posts
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On Feb 27, 2026, JanForster wrote: …. Jan 
Jan Forster
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Joaquin Veteran user 362 Posts
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“Dude” Its Funny that there is another threat talking exactly about you doing the same thing. Maybe you should respond to that first. In case you do not know friend is call hypocrisy ! |
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252life Inner circle Ninth Circle, Hades 3423 Posts
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I didn't see this threat. Where can it be found?
Look for all the world like you're counting the brain cells in his cranium.
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The Unmasked Magician Inner circle If only I didn't have a wife and a kid I would have MUCH more than 3267 Posts
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It’s in the threat “shaking in my boots”, under Latest & Scariest.
Please check regularly if you are becoming the type of magician Jerry Seinfeld jokes about. (This applies to mentalists as well.)
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