Bob's Box by Bob Swadling and JB Magic

Effect

Bob's Box creates the illusion of a coin vanishing and reappearing inside a small box. The trick involves multiple phases, starting with a playing card and a coin. The coin seemingly penetrates the box and finally appears inside it under the card, all without any visible manipulation. The performance is smooth, engaging, and interactive, leading to a strong magical climax.

Full details

Bob's Box is a coin box gimmick originally created by Bob Swadling and now available through JB Magic. The trick requires almost no sleight of hand, making it accessible to magicians of varying skill levels. The box can function similarly to an Okito box but offers additional capabilities, allowing for clean vanishes and appearances. The routine involves a playing card, a coin, and the small leather holder containing the box. The coin vanishes from the card and reappears inside the box, with multiple phases building up to the final reveal.

Who should consider the trick

Bob's Box is ideal for magicians who want to perform coin magic with minimal sleight of hand. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced performers who are looking for a versatile and visually impressive trick. The trick's interactive nature makes it a good choice for close-up performances, especially in settings where audience engagement is key.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Bob's Box is designed to be easy to perform, requiring almost no sleight of hand. This makes it accessible to magicians of all skill levels. However, precise handling is necessary to maintain the illusion, and the box's mechanism may be scrutinized by close observers. Creative magicians can expand the trick's use by incorporating basic sleight of hand, adding layers of complexity to the routine.

What magicians say

Craig Petty highlights the visual impact and strong magical climax of Bob's Box. He notes that the trick is well-structured, allowing for multiple reveals, and emphasizes its self-working nature. Craig also mentions that the box's mechanism might be scrutinized by close observers, but overall, the performance is smooth and engaging. He recommends the trick for its versatility and the ability to expand its use with basic sleight of hand.