Routined Manipulations Part 2

Routined Manipulations Part 2 is a treasure trove of magic, offering a diverse range of effects that will keep you engaged for weeks. Whether you’re into cards, coins, mentalism, or other magical arts, this collection has something for everyone. Notably, it features Al Koran’s complete Blindfold Card Act, which alone justifies the book’s value.

Contents Include:

• 7 Money Attracts Money: Ganson’s coins across routine where four coins travel from one hand to another, utilizing a fifth silver coin to “attract” the others.
• 12 The Colour Changing Pocket Knife: A routine involving three knives with various color changes and vanishes, culminating in a surprising transformation in the spectator’s hand.
• 21 Thimble Manipulation: Addresses common objections to thimble magic.
• 22 Wilfred Bader’s Thimble Routine: Features red and yellow thimbles, with techniques for levitation and various sleights.
• 34 Alternative Presentations: Adapting thimble magic for cabaret or children’s shows.
• 37 The Crystal Prism: A selected card is revealed through a prism.
• 38 Card Quota: Variations on popular card sleights.
• 39 A New Location: Techniques applied to a commercial wallet and a card-on-the-ceiling trick.
• 41 A Simple Pack Switch: A straightforward method for switching card packs.
• 42 Card Coin Cut: A spectator’s selected card is revealed under a coin after a series of cuts.
• 45 Ken Brook’s Chapter: Featuring the Cap and Pence routine and a mentalism prediction act.
• 51 Henry Hay’s Coins Up the Sleeve: Detailed descriptions of palm and vanish techniques using silver dollars.
• 55 Colour Change, Penetration, and Vanish: A silk routine incorporating a classic vanish.
• 61 Beer is Best: A paddle routine with detailed performance instructions.
• 63 Cecil Keech’s Ropan Silk: A rope routine that visually lengthens a short rope.
• 66 My Opening Card Routine: A visually stunning card production sequence.
• 70 Dr. Geimer’s Dice Routine: A series of effects inspired by previous routines.
• 72 Koran’s Miracle Blindfold Card Act: A complete act featuring seven card revelations performed blindfolded, showcasing impressive mentalism techniques.
• 78 Harold G. Beaumont’s Quartet: Four unique effects.
• 78 The Coincidental Cut: A spectator’s shuffled deck reveals a surprising connection to the performer’s deck.
• 79 Maybe this is Crazy! A routine culminating in a dramatic card fan production.
• 79 Clean Cut Transposition: A visual switch between aces and spot cards.
• 80 The Sympathetic Ropes: Ropes tied and untied in a surprising manner.
• 82 The Sympathetic Disks: A Matrix routine using colored disks with clever handling techniques.
• 86 Egg Bag: A captivating egg bag routine featuring production and vanishing effects.
• 91 Will Ayling’s Fashion Parade: An impromptu effect involving a magazine and cords.
• 93 Modern Billiard Ball Manipulation: An overview of ball magic history.
• 94 The Type and Size of Balls to Use: A discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of various billiard balls.
• 95 The Half Shelf: Considerations for using a half shelf in routines.
• 96 The Care and Preparation of the Hands: Essential tips for performers.
• 97 The Two Palm Positions: Techniques for effective palming.
• 99 Methods of Vanishing a Billiard Ball: Five effective methods.
• 103 Producing a Ball In the Hand: Two methods for ball production.
• 104 Productions With the Aid of the Shell: Techniques for using a shell in performances.
• 108 Acquitments with Billiard Balls: Six methods for showing empty hands.
• 113 Manipulation of the Shell: Palming and acquitments techniques.
• 115 Apparatus Used for Obtaining a Ball Secretly: Tools and methods for discreet ball handling.
• 116 The Use of Misdirection: Techniques to enhance performance.
• 118 The First Routine: A single ball multiplies into four.
• 122 The Second Routine: An extension of the first routine.
• 123 Colour Changes with Billiard Balls: Techniques for color changes.
• 127 Colour Changes by Means of the Shell: Advanced shell techniques.
• 129 The “Eight Ball” Routine: A grand finale featuring the production of eight balls.