Distancia by Les French Twins

Effect

Distancia creates the illusion of a coin moving or floating in a spectator's hand. The coin can appear to flip, spin, or dance without any visible cause. It can also make a deck of cards cut itself to a chosen card. The effect looks like an impossible physical interaction between the magician's hands and the objects.

Full details

Distancia is a device that resembles a smartwatch. It uses powerful custom magnets to create its effects. The device is worn on the wrist under clothing. It comes with a specially made coin that responds to the magnets. The package includes the Distancia device, a custom coin, extra straps, additional magnets, and a smartwatch sticker for customization. There are two versions available: one with a US half-dollar coin and one with a 50-cent Euro coin. The magnets are very strong and were developed over three years to be both compact and powerful.

Who should consider the trick

Distancia works for walkaround magic, stage shows, television performances, and social media content. It suits magicians who want clean, visual magic without threads or obvious gimmicks. The device is best for performers who work in controlled environments where they can manage the strong magnets safely. It appeals to those interested in modern, technology-enhanced magic effects.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick requires an intermediate skill level. Magicians should be comfortable using gimmicks and following precise instructions. The included 30-minute tutorial by Theory 11 provides clear guidance with multiple camera angles. It covers basic handling and advanced applications. The device itself is straightforward to operate, but proper positioning and timing are important for the best results. Performers need to wear sleeves to conceal the device during routines.

What magicians say

Beau from Murphy's Magic states, "I love the glass-moving routine and the invisible coin drop," praising the device for its clean execution. He calls the haunted deck routine a standout feature that allows natural handling of the deck. Steve Fulton notes that Distancia "consistently gets strong reactions" from audiences. He appreciates its visual impact and ease of use. However, Craig and Ryland point out that the magnet's constant strength can make it "impractical for gigging" in some situations. All reviewers emphasize the importance of keeping the device away from electronics, credit cards, and people with pacemakers due to the powerful magnets.