Easy Fold by Matthew Wright

Effect

Easy Fold by Matthew Wright is a utility device designed to assist magicians in performing the Mercury Card Fold. The effect appears as follows to the audience:

A spectator selects a card, which is then returned to the deck. The magician folds the deck in a specific way, and when unfolded, the selected card is revealed in a visually striking manner—often appearing as if it has been cleanly folded and unfolded in an impossible way. The result is a neat, professional-looking reveal that eliminates the common issue of uneven or messy folds.

Full Details

Easy Fold is a small, discreet tool that resembles a crystal card guard. It fits over a standard deck of cards and aids in executing the Mercury Card Fold with precision. Unlike traditional methods, which require quick, mechanical folding, Easy Fold allows the magician to perform the fold slowly and deliberately, making it easier to achieve a clean result.

The device eliminates the need for pre-scored cards, which can sometimes be detected by spectators. It also saves preparation time, as magicians no longer need to prepare an entire deck before performing. The tool is compatible with various routines that utilize the Mercury Card Fold, including effects like Paperclipped by J. Sankey, Kennedy Box, and David Regal’s In Case of Emergency.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Easy Fold is ideal for:

• Magicians who struggle with executing the Mercury Card Fold cleanly.
• Performers who want a reliable, repeatable method for card reveals.
• Those who prefer utility devices that streamline complex sleights.
• Close-up and walkaround magicians who need a quick, foolproof solution for card routines.

Difficulty

Easy Fold is designed to simplify the Mercury Card Fold, making it accessible even to those who find the traditional method challenging. While the device reduces the mechanical difficulty, performers still need to control the card’s position in the deck and apply basic misdirection.

Mark from Saturn Magic Shop notes:
"It is easier than doing a proper Mercury Card Fold... the name Easy Fold is certainly true because a Mercury Card Fold is pretty difficult to get good with."

The learning curve is minimal, and most magicians can integrate it into their routines after a short practice session.

What Magicians Say

• Murphy’s Magic describes Easy Fold as "a clever and visually appealing effect."
• Mark from Saturn Magic Shop praises its practicality:
  "The joy of the Matthew Wright utility Easy Fold is that there's nothing wrong with the actual playing card that they've got... it also means you haven't got to sit down and prepare the deck before you actually perform."
  He also highlights its advantage over pre-scored cards:
  "The only downside of a scored card... I've only ever had it happen once when someone felt a card and said, 'Oh, the back of that card feels a bit strange.'"

Easy Fold is a well-received tool that enhances the Mercury Card Fold, making it a worthwhile addition for magicians seeking a polished, reliable method for card reveals.