Key Cutter by Mark Leveridge and Craig Petty

Created by: Mark Leveridge, Craig Petty

Key Cutter is a close-up magic trick where a spectator's key visibly and impossibly transforms or cuts through a solid metal keyring, creating a powerful visual effect of metamorphosis or severance. It is designed to happen in the spectator's own hands, using ordinary objects like borrowed keys and keyrings, making it highly examinable before and after the transformation. This self-contained, gimmicked utility tool requires no sleight of hand, making it accessible for performers of all skill levels. Ideal for walk-around, impromptu, or street magic, it can be incorporated into routines involving keys, such as mentalism, prediction, or restoration effects, with a quick reset for multiple performances. Buyers should note that it is not a standalone trick but a prop to enhance existing acts, emphasizing strong presentation for maximum impact.

Key features

No sleight of hand required, making it easy to perform
Completely examinable by spectators before and after the effect
Self-contained and gimmicked, needing no extra props
Quick reset allows for multiple performances in a short time
Works with most standard keys and keyrings
Ideal for close-up, walk-around, and impromptu magic situations
Durable design aimed at working magicians

Pros

Highly visual and astonishing effect that happens in the spectator's hands
Accessible for magicians of all skill levels due to no complex moves
Versatile and can be integrated into various routines
Promotes strong audience engagement and memorable moments
Reliable and practical for everyday use

Cons

Not a standalone trick; requires incorporation into existing acts
May be perceived as gimmicked, limiting some performance contexts
Dependent on presentation skills to maximize impact

Effect

Key Cutter creates a visual transformation of a key. A spectator's key changes into a different key while they hold it. The key appears to cut or reshape itself. The effect happens in the spectator's hands, making the moment direct and personal. The key can be examined before and after the transformation.

Full details

Key Cutter is a gimmicked utility tool. It is not a standalone trick but a device to enhance key-based routines. The method is self-contained. It requires no extra props. The device works with most standard keys. It allows a key to be cleanly and visibly altered. The transformation is quick and reset is fast for repeated use. The key remains examinable throughout the performance.

Who should consider the trick

Key Cutter suits magicians who perform with keys. It is ideal for close-up, walk-around, or street magic. It works well in impromptu situations. Magicians who focus on visual transformations or restoration effects will find it useful. It is also good for those who prefer minimal sleight of hand. Craig Petty mentions it fits into his Key Master line for practical, everyday carry magic.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Key Cutter requires no complex sleight of hand. The method is easy to use. It is accessible to magicians of all skill levels. Handling is straightforward. The focus is on presentation rather than technical skill. Alex Kirk describes it as a deceptive utility tool that is powerful yet simple to operate.

What magicians say

Magic-tv promotes Key Cutter as a powerful visual transformation that happens in the spectator's hands. They note it is completely examinable and requires no sleight of hand. Craig Petty discusses it in community videos, addressing common questions about handling and reset. He emphasizes its usability and impact. Penguin Magic highlights it as a visual piece where the performer cuts teeth into a brass key while the spectator holds it. Alex Kirk gives an honest review, calling Key Cutter a powerful and deceptive utility tool. He appreciates its practicality and effect on audiences.

What people are saying about Key Cutter

Alex Kirk says...

Key Cutter is described as a powerful and deceptive utility tool, appreciated for its clever design and magical potential in honest reviews.

Craig Petty says...

It's a modern revival of Mark Leveridge's Key Evolution, now part of my Key Master line, and I call it a 'bucket list' achievement for its self-cutting key routine.

magic-tv says...

Key Cutter allows a spectator's key to transform into a different key in their hands, with no sleight of hand required, making it accessible for all skill levels.

penguinmagicshop says...

Key Cutter is a visual piece of magic where the performer visibly cuts the teeth into a solid brass key while the spectator is holding it, and the key is examinable both before and after.