Sharpie Pens by Saturn Magic Shop

Created by: Saturn Magic Shop

The Sharpie Pens trick is a versatile close-up magic tool designed for mentalism and visual effects. It features dual-tipped pens—one with standard black ink and another with special ink for thermal or burn reveals. The pens allow magicians to perform effects like ash-on-arm or burn reveals, where writing appears or disappears with heat. The set includes thermal tickets for clean reveals, and the pens are designed to look like ordinary Sharpies, making them highly deceptive. This trick is ideal for performers who want to add a modern, interactive element to their routines.

Key features

Dual-tipped pens for versatile effects
Includes thermal tickets for burn reveals
Designed to look like ordinary Sharpies for maximum deception
Suitable for close-up and mentalism performances
Comes with refill cartridges and spare nibs

Pros

Highly deceptive and practical
Versatile for multiple effects
Includes refills and spare parts
Great for interactive performances

Cons

Special ink nibs can cross-contaminate if not used carefully
Requires practice to master the timing of reveals

Effect

The Sharpie Pens trick allows a magician to perform seemingly impossible writing effects. Using a specially designed dual-tipped Sharpie, the magician can write in black ink or a special invisible ink that only appears under certain conditions. This enables effects like thermal reveals (writing that appears when heat is applied) or color-changing writing (switching between black and red ink without the audience noticing). The result is a versatile tool for mentalism, close-up magic, and even kid-friendly performances.

Full Details

The Sharpie Pens come in two versions:

Black Ink + Special Ink – Writes normally in black but can also produce invisible writing that appears when heat is applied (e.g., with a lighter or body heat).

Black Ink + Red Ink – Allows instant switching between black and red ink, useful for mentalism routines where color changes are needed without detection.

The pens are constructed to look like standard Sharpies, with no visible gimmicks. They include refill cartridges and spare nibs to prevent cross-contamination between inks. The set also comes with thermal tickets (for burn reveals) and fake parking tickets for added realism in performances.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Mentalists – The color-changing and invisible ink features are perfect for prediction effects.
Close-up Magicians – The thermal reveal is a strong visual effect for walk-around performances.
Kid Show Performers – The instant color change can be used for fun, interactive routines.
Workers Who Need Versatility – The pens are practical for everyday carry (EDC) and can be used in multiple routines.

Difficulty

The trick is easy to perform with minimal sleight of hand required. The main challenge is ensuring smooth transitions between ink types and managing the thermal reveals without drawing suspicion. The included instructions cover handling tips to avoid ink contamination.

What Magicians Say

Mark T (SaturnMagicShop) praised the pens for their practicality, saying, "The Sharpie Pens solve a problem magicians have had for years—how to switch inks without detection. The thermal reveal is especially strong for walk-around magic."
Another reviewer noted, "The red/black version is perfect for mentalism. It eliminates the need for awkward pen switches during predictions."
Some users mentioned that while the effect is simple, proper handling is key to maintaining the illusion, especially when performing thermal reveals in front of observant spectators.

The Sharpie Pens are a must-have utility tool for magicians who want a practical, multi-purpose writing gimmick that fits seamlessly into various routines.

What people are saying about Sharpie Pens

Mark T (Saturn Magic Shop) says...

The Sharpie Pens are perfect for ash-on-arm or burn reveals, and the thermal tickets included make the effect foolproof. [...] The dual-tipped design also allows for mentalism routines where you can switch between black and red ink seamlessly.