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Peeks by Pete Nardi, Jason Rea, and Alakazam Magic

Created by: Pete Nardi, Jason Rea, Alakazam Magic

Peeks is a versatile card magic technique that allows magicians to secretly glimpse a spectator's selected card without their knowledge. This method is essential for various card routines, including mentalism effects, card revelations, and control techniques. It's a fundamental skill in close-up and card magic, suitable for performers looking to enhance their repertoire with deceptive and reliable methods.

Key features

  • Enables secret glimpses of selected cards

  • Essential for card switches, color changes, and mentalism effects

  • Works with any deck, no gimmicks required

  • Fundamental skill for close-up and card magic

Pros

  • High-quality and durable construction for long-term use

  • Versatile for multiple magic routines

  • No setup required, works with any deck

  • Enhances the fairness and deception in card magic

Cons

  • May require practice to master the technique

  • Not a standalone trick, but a method to enhance other effects

Effect

The Peeks technique allows a magician to secretly glimpse a spectator's chosen card without raising suspicion. It is a fundamental skill in card magic, enabling effects like mind reading, predictions, and impossible coincidences. When executed well, the audience remains unaware that the magician ever saw the card.

Full Details

Peeks are used in various card magic routines, including color changes, card switches, and the Rising Card effect. The technique involves subtly viewing a card while maintaining the illusion of fairness. Some methods use natural hand movements, while others rely on gimmicked wallets or other devices.

The F1 Nitro Wallet by Pete Nardi, Jason Rea, and Alakazam Magic includes a built-in peek feature, making it easier to secretly glimpse a card during performance. Jack Tighe’s Rising Card routine also heavily relies on peeks, demonstrating their importance in impromptu magic.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Peeks are essential for card magicians who perform mentalism or prediction effects. Beginners should learn basic peek techniques, while advanced performers may benefit from tools like the F1 Nitro Wallet for smoother execution. Those interested in impromptu magic, like Tighe’s Rising Card, will find peeks especially useful.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

Basic peeks require practice to perform smoothly without detection. Some methods are easier than others, but all demand natural handling to avoid suspicion. Gimmicked wallets, like the F1 Nitro Wallet, simplify the process but still require proper timing and misdirection.

Advanced peeks, such as those used in Tighe’s Rising Card, involve additional sleight-of-hand and control techniques. These are more challenging but offer greater flexibility in performance.

What Magicians Say

  • BAM_magic praises the F1 Nitro Wallet for its durable leather construction and versatility, stating it is "practical for performance use" and ideal for peeks among other effects.
  • BigBlindMedia highlights Jack Tighe’s "world-class use of peeks" in his Rising Card routine, calling it a valuable skill worth learning. Tighe emphasizes fairness, ensuring the peek remains undetected.

Both reviewers agree that peeks are a foundational skill in card magic, whether performed with sleight of hand or specialized tools.

What people are saying about Peeks

BAM_magic says...

The F1 Nitro Wallet is praised for its durable leather construction and versatility in performance, enabling a variety of effects including peeks, making it a valuable tool for card magicians.

BigBlindMedia says...

Jack Tighe’s world-class use of peeks and controls is a key element of his Rising Card routine, offering a clean, impromptu, and visually striking take on a beloved classic.

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