Stealth Assassin by Peter Nardi and Alakazam

Created by: Peter Nardi, Alakazam

The Stealth Assassin is a versatile magic wallet designed for close-up and mentalism performances. It allows magicians to perform a variety of effects including card-to-wallet, secret peeks, discreet item swaps, and more, all within a sleek, everyday-looking black leather wallet. Its design avoids the bulkiness of traditional gimmicked wallets, making it practical for professional use.

Key features

Card to wallet feature for seamless card transitions
Peek device allows for secret information glimpses
Multiple-outs for handling different outcomes
Switching wallet for discreet item swaps
Index system for efficient organization
Sleek, professional design in quality black leather
Combines mentalism and card magic principles

Pros

Versatile with multiple magic wallet functions in one
Beginner-friendly with simple yet powerful effects
No palming required for card-to-wallet gimmick
Sleek, professional design

Cons

Not angle-proof with exposed mechanics at the back
Bulky design more suited for performance than daily use
Dated tutorial lacking timestamps for easy navigation

Effect

The Stealth Assassin is a magic wallet designed for close-up performers who want to execute clean, deceptive card-to-wallet effects and mentalism routines. To the audience, it appears as a regular wallet, but it secretly allows the magician to make a selected card vanish from the deck and instantly reappear inside the wallet. The effect is visual, surprising, and leaves no obvious method behind.

Full Details

The Stealth Assassin is a high-quality leather wallet with built-in gimmicks for multiple magic applications. Key features include:

Card-to-wallet mechanism – A selected card can be secretly loaded into the wallet without palming.
Peek device – Allows the magician to secretly glimpse information (such as a chosen card) without detection.
Holdout capabilities – Can conceal small items for switches or additional surprises.
Professional design – Made from durable black leather, making it look like an everyday wallet.

Unlike bulkier magic wallets, the Stealth Assassin is streamlined for practicality while maintaining deceptive functionality.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This wallet is ideal for:

Close-up magicians who perform card magic and mentalism.
Mentalists who need a reliable peek device for information gathering.
Professionals who want a wallet that looks normal but has powerful hidden features.
Performers who dislike palming – The card-to-wallet method does not require sleight of hand.

Difficulty

The Stealth Assassin is designed to be beginner-friendly, with most functions requiring minimal sleight of hand. However, proper handling is necessary to maintain angles and avoid exposing the gimmicks. The included digital instructions by Peter Nardi provide clear guidance on setup and performance.

What Magicians Say

ChrisEdwardsMagic describes it as a "Swiss army wallet," combining mentalism and card magic principles in a sleek design.
AlakazamMagicUK highlights its versatility, calling it a strong choice for deceptive close-up work.
MagicOrthodoxy compares it favorably to other wallets, noting its no-palm card-to-wallet feature as a major advantage.
In the Desert Island Tricks podcast, magicians like Steve Dela and Simon Lipkin praised its effectiveness in professional performances.

The Stealth Assassin is widely regarded as a reliable tool for magicians who want a wallet that looks ordinary but performs extraordinary magic.

What people are saying about Stealth Assassin

AlakazamMagicUK says...

The Stealth Assassin, a slick card trick, stands out for its mentalism versatility.

ChrisEdwardsMagic says...

The Infinity Wallet is the result of over two years of development, with input from magicians seeking a practical yet powerful utility wallet. It’s crafted from quality black leather and designed to fit naturally in a back pocket, avoiding the bulkiness of traditional gimmicked wallets.

magicorthodoxy says...

The F1 Nitro Wallet is the '007 of magic wallets'—packed with features but requiring careful handling. If you missed the Stealth Assassin or want a multi-functional back-pocket wallet, this is a strong contender.