Card To Pocket Extreme

Effect

The 'Card To Pocket Extreme' trick creates a strong visual impact for the audience. A spectator selects and signs a card, which is then placed back into the deck. With a snap of the fingers, the signed card vanishes from the deck and appears in the performer's pocket. The trick often includes multiple reveals, such as all cards except the selected one vanishing into the performer's back pocket, adding a surprise finale.

Full details

The trick involves a signed card vanishing from the deck and appearing in the performer's pocket. The performer starts by showing the pocket empty, ensuring there is no suspicion of preloaded cards. The spectator selects and signs a card, which is placed in the middle of the deck. With a snap of the fingers, the card instantly appears in the performer's pocket. The trick can be repeated, with attention directed to the pocket, and concludes with a surprise reveal where all cards except the selected one vanish into the performer's back pocket.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is suitable for magicians who perform for mixed audiences, including both kids and adults. It is ideal for those who want to add a strong visual impact to their routines and are comfortable with sleight of hand. The trick's clean handling and multiple reveals make it a versatile addition to any performance.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The 'Card To Pocket Extreme' trick requires practice to master the sleight of hand involved. The clean handling and multiple reveals add complexity, making it more suitable for intermediate to advanced magicians. However, with dedicated practice, even beginners can achieve a polished performance.

What magicians say

Craig Petty emphasizes the importance of clean handling and addresses common spectator suspicions. He highlights the strong visual impact and engaging performance of the trick. Craig also discusses the need to adapt on the fly and build phases for maximum impact. He notes that the trick requires practice to master the sleight of hand but is highly effective when performed well.