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The Ring on Hourglass by Paul Gertner

Created by: Paul Gertner

The Ring on Hourglass is a classic close-up magic trick where a borrowed ring visibly and impossibly links itself onto the stem of an hourglass, often performed with other signature items like steel balls. This effect, created by Paul Gertner, is part of his renowned repertoire featured in the book 'Steel and Silver', which includes over 20 coin routines and 16 card routines. Buyers should note that this trick requires skill in sleight-of-hand and is ideal for close-up performances, with the book providing detailed instructions, professional performance advice, and insights from Gertner's decades of experience.

Key features

  • Involves a borrowed ring linking onto an hourglass stem

  • Part of Paul Gertner's 'Steel and Silver' book collection

  • Requires proficiency in close-up sleight-of-hand techniques

  • Includes professional performance and staging advice

  • Features updates and refinements from the second edition

Pros

  • Highly visual and impossible effect that fools spectators

  • Backed by Gertner's extensive experience and FISM-winning credentials

  • Comes with a comprehensive book including multiple routines and essays

Cons

  • Requires practice and skill in sleight-of-hand to perform effectively

  • May need additional props like an hourglass and ring

Effect

The Ring on Hourglass shows a borrowed ring vanish from the magician's hands. The ring then appears inside a sealed hourglass. The hourglass is clear, so the audience can see the ring is truly inside. The ring is removed and returned to the owner.

Full details

The Ring on Hourglass is a signature item from Paul Gertner. It uses an hourglass and a borrowed ring. The effect involves the ring penetrating the glass. The method is clever and direct. The routine is well constructed. It is a complete piece of magic with a clear beginning, middle, and end.

Who should consider the trick

Magicians who perform close-up magic should consider this trick. It is good for workers who use borrowed objects. It is suitable for performers who want a strong visual miracle. It fits well in a parlor or close-up set. Collectors of Paul Gertner's material will find it essential.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick requires practice to perform smoothly. The method is not overly complex, but timing is important. The sleight of hand is manageable for intermediate magicians. A beginner could learn it with dedicated effort. The routine is fully explained in the book.

What magicians say

The trick is highlighted as one of Paul Gertner's signature items. It is part of his book Steel and Silver. The book is written by Richard Kaufman. It includes a foreword by Johnny Carson. Paul Gertner is a FISM winner and has fooled Penn & Teller. His material is respected in the magic community. The Ring on Hourglass is presented as a reputation-making routine.

What people are saying about The Ring on Hourglass

AlakazamMagicUK says...

The book includes signature items like The Ring on Hourglass, positioning it as an essential volume from a master magician, likely to become a treasured part of any serious magician's library.

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