Cloak by Chris Rawlins
Created by: Chris Rawlins
Cloak by Chris Rawlins is a revolutionary switch box designed for mentalism performances. It allows magicians to perform seamless billet switches in front of their audience, with the box appearing empty and then loaded right before their eyes. Made from durable taffeta nylon, it's designed to withstand regular use without deteriorating. Its open and shallow design makes it incredibly disarming, enhancing the magician's ability to perform layered mentalism effects without relying on technology. This trick is perfect for magicians looking to add a powerful, versatile, and reliable tool to their mentalism repertoire.
Key features
- Can be shown empty and loaded in front of the audience
- Made from durable taffeta nylon for long-lasting use
- Open and shallow design enhances performance believability
- Allows for seamless billet switches and layered mentalism effects
- No technology or magnets, reducing the chance of failure
- Quick reset capability for back-to-back performances
Pros
- Highly versatile for various mentalism effects
- Durable construction ensures longevity
- Disarming design increases audience engagement
- No reliance on technology makes it reliable
- Quick reset feature is ideal for professional performers
Cons
- Requires practice to master the seamless switches
- May be considered expensive by some performers
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Cloak by Chris Rawlins Review
In this review, Steve Faulkner shares his excitement about 'Cloak' by Chris Rawlins, a switch box designed for mentalism performances. He compares it to other switch boxes he's used, like the Amaze Box, and praises 'Cloak' for its minimal weaknesses and near-perfect design. Steve emphasizes the box's ability to be set up and shown empty in front of an audience, its durability (made from taffeta nylon), and its versatility in performing various mentalism effects without relying on technology. He mentions the box's shallow depth and open design as disarming features that enhance performance. Steve also discusses the box's ability to switch billets seamlessly, allowing for layered effects and the potential to reset quickly for the next performance. Despite the need for practice, he finds 'Cloak' to be a powerful tool that will become a staple in his shows.
Takeaways:
- 'Cloak' is a highly versatile and reliable switch box for mentalism performances.
- It can be set up and shown empty in front of an audience, enhancing the performance's credibility.
- Made from durable taffeta nylon, it's designed to last and not deteriorate over time.
- The box allows for seamless billet switching and layered effects, adding depth to performances.
- Its shallow depth and open design make it disarming and easy to use in various settings.
- Steve Faulkner highly recommends 'Cloak' for mentalists looking for a practical and powerful performance tool.