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Infinity Crimp by Rune Carlsen

Created by: Rune Carlsen

Infinity Crimp is a sophisticated card magic technique featured in Rune Carlsen's 'X (My 10 Go-To Card FX)' book. This move is part of a collection of sleight of hand techniques designed for intermediate magicians. The Infinity Crimp allows the magician to secretly crimp a card in a way that is invisible to the spectator, enabling various magical effects such as controls, forces, and revelations. This technique is ideal for close-up card magic, offering a subtle yet powerful tool for enhancing card tricks. The book provides detailed instructions, including full-color photographs and access to supplementary video content through a dedicated Facebook group, making it easier to master this and other advanced moves.

Key features

  • Part of a curated collection of 10 distinct and impactful card tricks

  • Includes detailed instructions with full-color photographs

  • Supplementary video content available through a Facebook group

  • Designed for intermediate skill level magicians

  • Hardbound, high-quality production by Vanishing Inc.

Pros

  • High-quality, visually appealing book

  • Engaging and accessible writing style

  • Includes a range of effects from optical illusions to mind-reading

  • Community and supplemental content enhance learning

  • Strong enough tricks to combine into a compelling routine

Cons

  • Price point may be high for some at $50

  • Some techniques may require practice to master

Effect

The Infinity Crimp is a sleight that allows a magician to secretly mark or control a card in a deck. When performed correctly, the audience sees no visible change to the deck, but the magician can later identify or locate the crimped card with ease. The effect is subtle and deceptive, making it a useful tool for card workers.

Full Details

The Infinity Crimp is taught in Rune Carlsen's book X (My 10 Go-To Card FX) as part of an essay section on sleight of hand techniques. Unlike a standard crimp, which bends a card in a noticeable way, the Infinity Crimp is designed to be invisible to spectators. It allows the magician to track a card without altering its appearance in a way that would raise suspicion.

The book includes detailed written instructions along with full-color photographs to aid in learning the move. Additionally, supplementary video content is available through a private Facebook group, providing further clarification on the technique.

Who Should Consider the Trick

The Infinity Crimp is best suited for intermediate-level magicians who are comfortable with card handling. It is particularly useful for performers who want to enhance their control techniques without relying on obvious deck manipulations. Hobbyists and working magicians alike can benefit from adding this sleight to their repertoire.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The Infinity Crimp requires practice to execute smoothly, but it is not considered a knuckle-busting move. According to reviewer David from Magic Orthodoxy, the techniques in X (My 10 Go-To Card FX) are accessible to intermediate magicians. While the sleight may take some time to perfect, it is not overly complex and can be learned with consistent practice.

What Magicians Say

David from Magic Orthodoxy praises the book for its clear instructions and high production quality. He notes that the Infinity Crimp, along with other sleights in the book, is well-explained and practical for performance. The inclusion of supplemental video content in the Facebook group is also highlighted as a valuable resource for mastering the technique.

He states, "Nothing in this was too difficult... I think it's all within the wheelhouse of an intermediate magician." This suggests that while the Infinity Crimp requires effort to learn, it is achievable for those with foundational card skills.

The book's emphasis on quality over quantity is another point of praise, with David calling it "a worthwhile investment" for magicians looking to refine their card work.

What people are saying about Infinity Crimp

magicorthodoxy says...

David considers 'X' to be a worthwhile investment at $50, particularly for hobbyist magicians or those with an intermediate skill level. He believes the 10 tricks are strong enough to be combined into a compelling routine.

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