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SUC Peek by Mark Strivings and Peter Nardi

Created by: Mark Strivings, Peter Nardi

The SUC Peek, incorporated into the Stealth Assassin Wallet, is a powerful mentalism tool designed for close-up and parlour performances. Spectators witness a seemingly impossible prediction routine involving money placement and a celebrity name. The performer guides the spectator to place different denominations of money in various pockets, then accurately predicts their choices. The routine culminates in the revelation of a previously written celebrity name (e.g., John Travolta), creating a mind-blowing experience. The wallet itself is crafted from premium soft leather with discreet magnetic closures, ensuring durability and subtlety in performance.

Key features

  • 2-way peek wallet for versatile mentalism effects

  • Premium soft leather construction with magnetic closures

  • Includes over two hours of instructional video by Peter Nardi and Marc Spelmann

  • Designed for close-up and parlour magic

  • Incorporates the SUC peek technique with permission from Mark Strivings

Pros

  • Highly versatile for a range of mentalism routines

  • Durable and discreet design

  • Comes with extensive instructional material

  • Engaging and memorable performance potential

Cons

  • Requires practice to master the SUC peek technique

  • Premium price point may be a barrier for some

Effect

The SUC Peek is a method used in mentalism to secretly obtain information written by a spectator. In the performance by Peter Nardi, the effect unfolds as follows:

A spectator writes down the name of a celebrity on a business card. The performer then introduces three banknotes of different denominations (£20, £10, £5) and asks the spectator to place each in separate pockets. The performer correctly identifies which note is in which pocket, revealing a written prediction that matches the spectator’s choices. Finally, the performer uses the SUC Peek to seemingly read the spectator’s mind, accurately revealing the celebrity’s name—John Travolta—without ever seeing the card.

Full Details

The SUC Peek is integrated into the Stealth Assassin Wallet, a premium leather wallet designed for mentalists. The wallet features discreet magnetic closures and allows for a two-way peek, meaning the performer can secretly view information at different stages of the routine.

The routine demonstrated by Peter Nardi involves:

  • A spectator writing a celebrity name on a business card.
  • The spectator placing three banknotes in different pockets.
  • The performer correctly guessing the denomination in one pocket.
  • A pre-written prediction matching all three note placements.
  • The performer revealing the celebrity’s name using the SUC Peek.

    • The wallet comes with over two hours of instructional video featuring Peter Nardi and Marc Spelmann, though the live performance includes additional material not covered in the tutorial.

    Who Should Consider the Trick

    The SUC Peek and Stealth Assassin Wallet are ideal for:

    • Mentalists who want a reliable method for obtaining written information.
    • Performers who prefer utility tools that can be adapted to multiple routines.
    • Those who appreciate high-quality, durable props (the wallet is made from soft leather).

    This trick is best suited for performers comfortable with subtlety and misdirection, as the method relies on smooth handling and natural audience management.

    Difficulty

    The SUC Peek is not mechanically difficult, but it requires:

    • Confidence in handling the wallet discreetly.
    • Strong presentation skills to justify actions (e.g., having the spectator write something down).
    • The ability to guide spectator choices naturally (as seen in Nardi’s routine).

    The instructional material provides detailed guidance, making it accessible to intermediate performers. However, mastery depends on the performer’s ability to sell the effect convincingly.

    What Magicians Say

    Peter Nardi’s performance highlights the SUC Peek as a powerful tool in mentalism. His relaxed, engaging style demonstrates how the wallet can be used to create a compelling routine. As seen in the transcript, Nardi uses conversational patter to build rapport, making the predictions feel impossible.

    The spectator’s reaction—"How the hell did you know that?"—shows the impact of the effect when performed well. Nardi’s handling of the wallet and psychological influence reinforces its effectiveness.

    The Stealth Assassin Wallet is described as an upgrade from previous models, with improved construction and functionality. Nardi emphasizes avoiding imitations, suggesting this version is the most reliable for professional use.

    Overall, the SUC Peek is praised for its versatility and ability to enhance mentalism routines when combined with strong presentation.

    What people are saying about SUC Peek

    AlakazamMagicUK says...

    The Stealth Assassin Wallet is a 2-way peek wallet, incorporating the SUC peek with permission from Mark Strivings. [...] The routine demonstrates the power of combining subtle wallet techniques with strong presentation and psychological influence.

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