Hopping Key Set by Bond Lee, Wenzi, and MS Magic

Effect

The Hopping Key Set creates the illusion of a key moving impossibly from one place to another. Performers can make a key vanish from their hand and reappear in a spectator's pocket, inside a locked box, or even penetrate solid objects like a table. The effect is visual, surprising, and adaptable to different routines.

Full Details

The Hopping Key Set is a specialized gimmick designed for key-based magic. It works seamlessly with the Key Shell Set, another tool developed by Bond Lee, Wenzi, and MS Magic. The set allows magicians to perform multiple effects, including:

• Keys Across – A key visibly jumps from one location to another.
• Key Through Table – A key appears to pass through a solid surface.
• Key in Ribbon – A key interacts with a ribbon in an impossible way.
• Key Fly – A key seems to levitate or move on its own.

The design emphasizes practicality, making it suitable for everyday carry. The creators describe it as "elegant, beautiful, and practical," suggesting it blends well with real-world objects for maximum deception.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This set is ideal for:

• Coin magicians looking to expand into key-based magic.
• Close-up performers who want a visual and interactive routine.
• Magicians who enjoy gimmick-based magic but prefer refined, deceptive tools.
• Creators who like to build custom routines, as the set works well with other props like the Key Shell Set.

Difficulty Level

The Hopping Key Set requires some practice to perform smoothly. While the gimmick does much of the work, timing and misdirection are crucial for a convincing performance. Magicians familiar with coin or shell-based magic will find the learning curve easier. Beginners may need more time to master the subtleties.

What Magicians Say

SaturnMagicShop describes the Key Shell Set (which pairs with the Hopping Key Set) as "one of the classic and most versatile gimmicks in coin magic." They highlight its modern redesign, calling it "elegant, beautiful, and practical." The ability to combine it with the Hopping Key Set opens up "endless possibilities" for routines.

The promotional material suggests that experienced performers will appreciate the refined design, while newcomers can use it to learn powerful key-based effects. The emphasis on everyday usability means it’s not just a stage prop but a tool for real-world performances.