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The Bet by Christian Grace

Created by: Christian Grace

The Bet is a sophisticated card magic trick designed for intermediate to advanced magicians, offering a multi-layered routine that transforms simple card tricks into performance art. This close-up magic effect involves intricate sleight of hand and psychological subtleties, making it a standout piece for serious card workers. Buyers should be prepared for a steep learning curve but can expect to elevate their card magic significantly.

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The Bet by Christian Grace from Monster Magic
Monster MagicThe Bet by Christian Grace£19.99
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The Bet by Christian Grace from Alakazam Magic
Alakazam MagicThe Bet by Christian Grace£33.50
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Key features

  • Designed for intermediate to advanced magicians

  • Multi-layered routine with psychological subtleties

  • Requires practice and understanding of card magic principles

  • Part of the Magic Monthly subscription service

Pros

  • Innovative and thought-provoking routines

  • Elevates card magic to performance art

  • Access to a growing library of advanced card magic

Cons

  • Steep learning curve for beginners

  • Some routines are angle-sensitive

  • Requires commitment to practice

Effect

The Bet is a card trick where the magician makes a seemingly impossible prediction. A spectator freely selects a card, and the magician reveals that they had already placed a bet on that exact card before the selection was made. The effect is clean, direct, and leaves the audience questioning how the magician could have known in advance.

Full details

The Bet is part of Christian Grace's Magic Monthly subscription service, which provides new card magic effects each month. The trick involves no gimmicks and can be performed with a regular deck of cards. It relies on clever principles and subtle techniques rather than difficult sleight of hand. The routine is structured to build suspense, making the final revelation impactful.

Who should consider the trick

The Bet is best suited for intermediate to advanced card magicians who enjoy psychological effects and strong audience engagement. It is ideal for performers who want a self-working or low-sleight trick that still delivers a powerful moment. Beginners may find some of the underlying principles challenging, but with practice, it can be mastered.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Bet is not overly difficult in terms of sleight of hand, but it does require a solid understanding of card magic principles. The method is clever and well-concealed, meaning the performer must focus on presentation and timing. Scott Perry notes that while some of Christian Grace's material can be complex, this trick is more accessible than others in the Magic Monthly library.

What magicians say

Scott Perry, a professional magician, describes Magic Monthly as a valuable resource for serious card workers. He highlights that tricks like The Bet are "fully thought out routines with multiple layers," making them more than just simple card tricks. He also mentions that while some routines in Magic Monthly are situational or require setup, The Bet is practical and resets quickly. Perry recommends the service for magicians looking to elevate their card magic beyond basic tricks.

The Bet is praised for its strong effect and clever method, making it a worthwhile addition to any card magician's repertoire.

What people are saying about The Bet

Scott Perry says...

If you are a serious card magician, intermediate level and above, and you seriously want to study the art of card magic, just get this. [...] The content is fantastic, and even if you don't perform some of these routines, you will gain so much from learning them.

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