Hide And Seek Wallet by Surya Kumar and Gopal

Effect

The "Hide and Seek Wallet" creates the illusion of a spectator’s drawing or writing magically appearing inside the wallet. A spectator draws or writes something on a business card, which remains in their possession. Moments later, the performer reveals that the drawing has impossibly transposed into the wallet. The effect is direct, visual, and leaves the audience questioning how the card could have vanished and reappeared inside the wallet.

Full Details

The wallet is made from genuine leather and comes in black or brown. It includes a discreet peek/load feature, making it suitable for billet work, folded cards, or bank note effects. The design avoids looking gimmicky, allowing it to blend naturally into everyday use.

A key feature is its "back-to-wallet" approach, where a spectator’s writing is inserted early in the routine and revealed later for a delayed but powerful effect. The wallet also has an exterior coin pocket, which can be used for additional routines like card-to-wallet effects or hypnosis presentations. A zippered compartment holds bills without interfering with the peek mechanism.

The wallet includes two tutorial videos demonstrating multiple routines and handling tips.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This wallet is ideal for close-up magicians and mentalists who want a versatile, professional-grade prop. It works well for performers who need a clean method for billet peeks, transformations, or predictions. The wallet’s natural appearance makes it suitable for both casual and formal performances.

Difficulty

The wallet is designed for ease of use, with a straightforward peek/load mechanism. The included tutorials help performers quickly integrate it into their routines. While the basic handling is simple, mastering the timing and justification for the delayed reveal—as highlighted by Magic Orthodoxy—requires practice to maximize impact.

What Magicians Say

• SaturnMagicShop emphasizes the wallet’s deceptive power, calling it a "well-designed prop" that creates a strong visual effect with clean presentation.
• ChrisEdwardsMagic praises its practicality, noting the "discreet peek/load feature" and sleek design, calling it an "affordable professional-grade prop."
• Magic Orthodoxy highlights the "back-to-wallet" justification as a strength, suggesting it adds depth to mentalism routines. He also appreciates the exterior coin pocket for additional utility.

The consensus is that the "Hide and Seek Wallet" is a functional, well-crafted tool that enhances close-up and mentalism performances with minimal setup.