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Bottle by Mickael Chatelain and Gentleman's Magic

Created by: Mickael Chatelain, Gentleman's Magic

BOTTLE is a visually stunning magic trick that involves a coin or a card penetrating a sealed bottle in a clean and impossible manner. For the coin version, the effect is instantaneous and visual, with the coin audibly entering the bottle without any gimmicks or sleights. The card version features a mini card appearing inside a small bottle and growing to full size as it's tipped out. Both versions are highly visual and can be performed in close-up or parlour settings, leaving the audience in awe. The trick is designed to be examinable at the end, with no suspicion left behind.

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Bottle by Mickaël Chatelain and Gentlemen's Magic from Monster Magic
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Key features

  • No gimmicked coins or sleights required for the coin version

  • Examinable bottle and coins/card at the end

  • Versatile routines possible, including coins across or multiplying coins

  • Includes clear written and video instructions

  • Angle-friendly and surrounded-ready performance

  • Pocket version available for portability

Pros

  • Highly visual and clean effect

  • Easy to learn and perform

  • Strong audience impact

  • Versatile for combining with other tricks

  • Examinable at the end

  • Durable materials used in construction

Cons

  • Requires basic sleight of hand for the card version

  • Delicate handling needed to avoid damage

  • Effect might be missed if spectators aren't paying close attention

  • Limited stock availability

Effect

The magic trick Bottle creates a striking visual illusion where a coin or card appears to penetrate a sealed bottle. In some versions, a small card grows to full size inside the bottle before being removed. The effect is clean, immediate, and often enhanced by sound, making it highly engaging for audiences.

Full Details

Bottle comes in different variations, each with unique features:

  • Coin-through-bottle: A coin visibly passes through the bottle's surface or cork with a clear sound. No gimmicked coins or sleights are needed. The bottle and coins can be examined afterward.
  • Card-in-bottle: A selected card appears inside a small bottle, then grows to its normal size when tipped out. This version emphasizes slow, mesmerizing reveals.
  • Versatile routines: The trick can be combined with other effects like multiplying coins, sugar vanishes, or card transformations.

The method relies on cleverly designed props, primarily the bottle and its components. Some versions include extra corks or durable materials for repeated performances.

Who Should Consider the Trick

  • Coin magicians looking for a visual, self-working penetration effect.
  • Card magicians who want a unique card-to-impossible-location routine.
  • Performers who value clean, examinable props with strong audience reactions.
  • Beginners to intermediate magicians, as most versions require minimal sleight of hand.

Difficulty

The trick is generally easy to learn, with most versions rated as beginner-friendly.

  • Coin-through-bottle: No advanced sleights needed. The handling is straightforward, making it suitable for any skill level.
  • Card-in-bottle: Requires basic sleight of hand but comes with clear written and video instructions.
  • Performance tips: Some versions need careful handling to avoid damaging props, but the mechanics are simple once understood.

What Magicians Say

  • itsallthingsmagic calls it "one of the cleanest and most visual coin-through-bottle effects available," praising its examinable nature and versatility.
  • AlakazamMagicUK highlights the card-growing effect as "fresh and highly visual," noting its unique appeal beyond standard card tricks.
  • magic-tv emphasizes the strong impact of the coin version, stating it’s "easy to learn and perform in any setting," with the added benefit of handing out props afterward.
  • RealMagicReview appreciates the card version’s "slow, mesmerizing reveal" and storytelling potential, though advises careful handling.
  • SaturnMagicShop suggests the trick has a strong visual impact, likely due to Mickael Chatelain’s reputation for innovative gimmicks.
  • magic-tv (second review) notes the routine’s versatility when combined with other coin tricks but reminds performers to ensure spectator attention for maximum effect.

Overall, Bottle is praised for its visual clarity, practicality, and audience appeal, making it a strong choice for various performance styles.

What people are saying about Bottle

AlakazamMagicUK says...

Perseus Arkomanis introduces 'Bottle,' a captivating magic trick where a spectator selects a card, and the magician seemingly plucks a piece of imagination from the air to create a mini version of the card inside a small glass bottle.

itsallthingsmagic says...

BOTTLE is hailed as one of the cleanest and most visual coin-through-bottle effects available. Unlike traditional methods, this version requires no gimmicked coins—the secret lies in the cork.

magic-tv says...

The trick involves a coin visually and audibly penetrating a sealed bottle. It is easy to learn and perform, suitable for any setting.

RealMagicReview says...

Steve Faulkner reviews 'Bottle,' where a selected card mysteriously appears inside a tiny glass bottle before expanding to its normal size. He loves the trick's slow, mesmerizing reveal and its potential for storytelling.

SaturnMagicShop says...

Mickael Chatelain is known for his innovative contributions to magic, particularly with gimmicked props and visual transformations. The repeated mention of 'Heat' might hint at a thermal or liquid-based effect.

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