Sharp Shifter by Nicholas Lawrence

Effect

The Sharp Shifter by Nicholas Lawrence transforms an ordinary Sharpie into a versatile magic tool. The audience sees the pen cap visually move on and off the Sharpie without any physical contact. The effect includes routines like sympathetic pen actions, mentalism, and drawing duplications. The pen appears to respond to the magician's commands, creating a range of surprising and interactive moments.

Full details

The Sharp Shifter includes a simple gimmick that attaches to a standard Sharpie. The set comes with 15 different routines, covering visual gags, mentalism, and interactive effects. The gimmick allows for clean, hands-free capping and uncapping of the pen, along with other deceptive actions. The tutorial is well-structured, breaking down each routine into easy-to-follow steps.

Alex Kirk from Monster Magic Shop describes it as "a real case of taking a simple idea and a simple gimmick and exploring every avenue through Nicholas Lawrence's very creative mind." The gimmick is small and practical, fitting easily into a magician's pocket.

Who should consider the trick

The Sharp Shifter is ideal for magicians who frequently use Sharpies in their routines. It suits both professionals and hobbyists, as it can be used for quick gags or integrated into larger performances. Mentalists may find the drawing duplication and hypnosis-style routines particularly useful.

Kirk notes that while the price may seem high for what is included, the variety of routines and creative potential make it worthwhile. He says, "It is simply a brilliant thing to carry around whether you're a worker or a hobbyist."

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Sharp Shifter is designed for ease of use. Most routines rely on the same basic handling, making it accessible to magicians of all skill levels. Kirk states, "No trick is particularly harder than any of the others." The main challenge is mastering the gimmick's control, which requires practice but no advanced sleight of hand.

What magicians say

Alex Kirk praises the Sharp Shifter for its practicality and versatility. He highlights its potential for both quick gags and structured routines, saying, "You can use it just for a quick gag at the end of your trick or you can use it for one of the routines taught or even a routine you've come up with for yourself."

He also appreciates the tutorial, noting that Nicholas Lawrence provides clear instructions for each routine. Kirk concludes, "It's well within the reach of anybody, all 15 routines are fairly simple to do."

The Sharp Shifter is a creative and practical addition to any magician's toolkit, offering a range of effects from a single, easy-to-use gimmick.