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Bigger by Nikolas Mavresis

Created by: Nikolas Mavresis

In 'Bigger' by Nikolas Mavresis, a small Bic lighter's logo magically expands to cover the entire lighter, followed by the lighter itself growing to full size—a visually stunning transformation perfect for close-up magic. The trick also includes a bonus color-changing feature, allowing the lighter to switch from black to red or vice versa. Buyers should note that they'll need to purchase a regular and mini Bic lighter separately, along with a glue stick and scissors, as these are not included. The effect is beginner-friendly but offers foundational sleight-of-hand techniques that are valuable for magicians at any level.

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Bigger by Nikolas Mavresis from Monster Magic
Monster MagicBigger by Nikolas Mavresis£15.99
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Key features

  • Uses high-quality, reusable stickers for the transformation

  • Includes a 37-minute video tutorial with detailed sleight-of-hand instruction

  • Bonus color-changing lighter effect included

  • Requires separate purchase of regular and mini Bic lighters, glue stick, and scissors

  • Designed for close-up magic and impromptu performances

Pros

  • Easy to learn and perform, ideal for beginners

  • Tutorial teaches foundational sleight-of-hand techniques

  • Lighter is fully examinable after the trick

  • High-quality, reusable stickers allow for adjustments

  • Great for everyday carry (EDC) magic

Cons

  • Requires additional purchases (lighters, glue stick, scissors)

  • Experienced magicians may find the method straightforward to reverse-engineer

Effect

The trick "Bigger" by Nikolas Mavresis makes a small Bic lighter transform in two impossible ways. First, the tiny logo on the lighter suddenly expands to cover the entire side. Then, the small lighter itself grows into a full-sized one. The effect is visual and surprising, with the lighter remaining examinable at the end.

Full details

The trick requires a regular and mini Bic lighter, which must be purchased separately. The kit includes high-quality stickers that allow the logo to change size and color. A glue stick and scissors are also needed but not included. The tutorial, hosted on Vimeo, runs for 37 minutes and teaches foundational sleights like the shake change, fingertip change, and French drop. Performers can also make the lighter change color, adding another layer to the effect.

Who should consider the trick

"Bigger" is ideal for beginner magicians looking to learn essential sleight-of-hand techniques. It’s also a strong choice for those who enjoy impromptu or everyday carry (EDC) magic. Experienced magicians may find the method straightforward but could still benefit from the professionally designed stickers.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is beginner-friendly, with the tutorial breaking down each move clearly. The required sleights are foundational, making them accessible to new performers. The handling is simple, but practice is needed to make the transformations look natural.

What magicians say

Fiddlin' Johnny praises the tutorial, calling it "really excellent" and highlighting its clear teaching of fundamental sleights. He notes that the stickers are high quality and reusable, allowing for adjustments during application. He recommends "Bigger" especially for new magicians, saying it helps them "look like they're great sleight-of-hand artists." The ability to hand out the lighter for inspection is another strong point. The price of $19.99 is seen as reasonable for the included materials and instruction.

What people are saying about Bigger

fiddlinjonny says...

I highly recommend this to a new magician who doesn't know a lot of sleights but wants to look like a great sleight-of-hand artist. The effect is really cool, and you get what you need to perform it.

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