Card in Wallet by John Mendoza, Alexander DeCova, Michael Ammar, Eddie Tullock, Dan Fleshman, Alex Elmsley, and Eric DeCamps

Effect

The Card in Wallet trick creates a moment of pure astonishment for the audience. A spectator freely selects a card, which then vanishes from the deck. Moments later, the magician reveals that the chosen card has impossibly appeared inside their wallet—sometimes even inside a sealed compartment or envelope. The effect is direct, visual, and leaves a strong impression.

Full Details

The WGM: Card to Wallet Set includes seven distinct routines from top magicians, each offering a unique approach to the classic effect. The set comes with a high-quality magician’s wallet designed for durability and performance. The routines range from self-working methods to advanced sleight-of-hand techniques, making it suitable for different skill levels.

Key routines in the set:

• John Mendoza’s Bendix Bombshell: Two selected cards appear in a zippered wallet in full view.
• Alexander DeCova’s Professional Card to Wallet: A signed card appears in a sealed envelope.
• Michael Ammar’s Card in Wallet: A torn card visually transforms into a credit card before restoring itself inside the wallet.
• Eddie Tullock’s Card in Wallet: A trade-show-ready routine that doubles as a marketing tool.
• Dan Fleshman’s Momma In My Wallet: A fast-paced variation of Red Hot Momma.
• Alex Elmsley’s Card to Wallet: A sleight-heavy method requiring no gimmicked wallet.
• Eric DeCamps’ Card in Wallet Routine: A multi-phase routine adaptable for different performance settings.

The set includes over two hours of expert instruction, ensuring performers can learn and refine each method.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This set is ideal for:

• Magicians who want a strong, self-contained card-to-wallet routine.
• Performers looking for versatile methods (close-up, stand-up, or trade shows).
• Beginners and experts alike, as it includes both simple and advanced techniques.
• Those who appreciate historical magic, as the effect dates back to the 18th century.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The difficulty varies by routine:

• Some methods (like Mendoza’s Bendix Bombshell) are beginner-friendly.
• Others (like Elmsley’s Card to Wallet) require advanced sleight-of-hand skills.
• The wallet itself is designed for ease of use, reducing setup time.

What Magicians Say

Murphy’s Magic describes the set as a definitive resource for the card-to-wallet effect, calling it audience-tested and performance-ready. The routines are praised for their adaptability, making them useful in different performance settings. The inclusion of a custom wallet ensures durability and reliability.

The video summary emphasizes that this collection is rooted in magic history, tracing back to the 18th-century "Card in the Pocketbook", reinforcing its credibility as a time-tested effect.

For magicians looking to add a powerful, visual card trick to their repertoire, the Card in Wallet set offers multiple approaches to master this classic effect.