False Anchors Working Edition
Key features
Fully marked deck for subtle stacking
One-way design for easy shuffling
Includes a normal Joker, double-face Joker, and an extra Seven of Hearts
Ideal for advanced card magic and mentalism
Pros
Subtle and practical for professional use
Versatile for various card tricks and routines
High-quality marked deck at an affordable price
Cons
Requires familiarity with marked decks to use effectively
Not suitable for beginners without prior knowledge of stacking systems
Effect
False Anchors Working Edition is a marked deck of playing cards designed for subtle stacking and control. The deck appears normal to spectators but contains hidden markings that allow the magician to identify any card. The effect is that the magician can perform seemingly impossible feats of card control and prediction without any suspicious moves.
Full details
The False Anchors Working Edition deck includes several features for magicians. It has a subtle one-way design, allowing the performer to track card orientation. The deck can be used for one Faro shuffle into a memorized stack. It comes with a normal Joker, a double-faced Joker, and an extra seven of hearts with a printed pencil dot. The deck is fully marked, meaning every card can be identified by the magician. The markings are designed to be undetectable to spectators.
Who should consider the trick
This deck is ideal for magicians who perform card magic regularly and want to add subtle control methods to their routines. It suits performers who prefer marked decks for their versatility and reliability. The False Anchors Working Edition is particularly useful for those who work with stacked deck routines or need quick identification of cards during performances.
Information on how difficult it is to perform
The difficulty level depends on the magician's familiarity with marked decks. Reading the markings requires practice but becomes second nature with use. The deck does not require advanced sleight of hand, making it accessible to intermediate performers. The one-way design and stacking capabilities add layers of complexity that more experienced magicians can explore.
What magicians say
Magic Orthodoxy's David describes the False Anchors Working Edition as part of a comprehensive card magic collection. While he doesn't provide specific commentary on this deck, its inclusion in a $700 giveaway box suggests it's considered valuable by professional magicians. The deck's features indicate it's designed for practical performance use rather than just novelty. The subtle markings and stacking capabilities make it a working tool for serious card magicians.
What people are saying about False Anchors Working Edition
magicorthodoxy says...
False Anchors Working Edition is an $8 deck but it's fully marked—it has a subtle one-way design, you can one-far shuffle into Mnemonica stack, and it includes an extra Seven of Hearts with a printed pencil dot.
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