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Accomplice by Danny Weiser and David Regal

Created by: Danny Weiser, David Regal

Accomplice is a versatile card magic gimmick that allows magicians to perform a variety of effects, such as instantly retrieving a chosen card from a cased deck, producing four aces from a shuffled deck, and even making a card appear to pass through a table. This close-up magic tool is designed for card magicians of all skill levels, offering a durable and reusable device that can be customized to work with your preferred deck. Buyers should note that the back design of their cards must match the tuck case for the gimmick to function seamlessly.

Key features

  • Durable, long-lasting gimmick

  • Customizable to work with your preferred deck

  • Includes detailed video instructions by David Regal

  • Suitable for beginners and advanced magicians

  • Multiple effects can be performed with one device

Pros

  • High-quality, durable construction

  • Clear and detailed instructions

  • Versatile for multiple card effects

  • No angle issues, ends clean

  • Beginner-friendly with practice

Cons

  • Card back design must match tuck case (not clearly advertised)

  • Requires careful customization for optimal performance

Effect

The Accomplice is a card magic utility device that allows a magician to instantly retrieve a chosen card from a shuffled deck. The effect appears as follows:

  • A spectator selects a card, which is lost in the deck.
  • The deck is placed into the magician's pocket.
  • Instantly, the magician reaches into the pocket and produces the spectator's exact card.

Variations include producing multiple cards (such as the four Aces), making a card appear in the wrong pocket, or even simulating a card passing through the pocket itself.

Full Details

The Accomplice includes:

  • A durable gimmick that can be customized to work with the magician’s preferred deck.
  • A 40-minute instructional video taught by David Regal, covering five different routines:
  • Card Snatch – Immediate retrieval of a lost card.
  • Sensitive Fingers – Production of four Aces from a shuffled deck.
  • Card to Pocket – A chosen card appears in the magician’s pocket.
  • Card to Wrong Pocket – A more advanced version where the card appears in an unexpected location.
  • Card Through Pocket – The illusion of a card penetrating the pocket.

Additional techniques taught include ditching, lapping, and two card controls (Mahatma Control and Relocation Control).

Who Should Consider the Trick

  • Card magicians looking for a reliable method to retrieve a chosen card instantly.
  • Beginners to intermediate performers, as the device is easy to use but benefits from practice for smooth execution.
  • Those who want a self-contained utility that works with standard decks (with some restrictions).

Difficulty

  • Easy to learn – The basic handling can be understood in minutes.
  • Requires practice – To make the effect look natural, some rehearsal is needed for timing and choreography.
  • No angle issues – The method is well-concealed, allowing for open performances.

What Magicians Say

Fiddle Johnny, a reviewer, highlights several key points:

  • "The device will last forever. It just will." – The gimmick is durable and well-made.
  • "The instructions are thorough, really good, detailed, and nuanced." – David Regal’s teaching provides valuable insights from his performing experience.
  • "A beginner can perform this... but it requires a little bit of practice to look really good." – While accessible, smooth execution takes rehearsal.
  • "Your back design must match the tuck case." – A minor drawback not clearly mentioned in promotional material.

Overall, Accomplice is praised as a practical, long-lasting tool for card magicians, offering multiple performance possibilities with minimal setup.

What people are saying about Accomplice

fiddlinjonny says...

The appliance device that you get it'll last forever it just will there's you can't break it. [...] The instructions are thorough really good detailed nuanced I really appreciate that.

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