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Ultimate Nest of Wallets

The Ultimate Nest of Wallets is a close-up magic trick where a borrowed coin or ring vanishes and reappears inside a nested set of leather wallets, ending in a folded handkerchief. The wallets are of high quality, break in quickly, and the trick is completely examinable. It's ideal for wedding gigs and can be combined with other gimmicks like Richard Sanders’ Any Ring for enhanced effects.

Key features

  • High-quality leather wallets that break in quickly

  • Completely examinable after the trick

  • Can be combined with other gimmicks for enhanced effects

  • Affordable compared to premium versions, making it ideal for wedding gigs

  • Works for both close-up and stage performances

Pros

  • High-quality materials

  • Quick to break in and use

  • Versatile for different performances

  • Affordable

  • Completely examinable

Cons

  • Initial stiffness of new leather wallets

  • Requires slight of hand for the vanish, which may be challenging for beginners

Effect

The Ultimate Nest of Wallets is a classic close-up magic trick where a borrowed coin or ring vanishes and reappears inside a nested set of leather wallets. The magician begins by showing three wallets, each fitting inside the other. A spectator's signed coin or borrowed ring is placed under a handkerchief and vanishes. The magician then opens the smallest wallet to reveal a folded handkerchief. When unfolded, the coin or ring is found inside, seemingly impossible given the sequence of events.

Full Details

The trick uses three high-quality leather wallets nested inside each other. The smallest wallet contains a folded handkerchief, which conceals the final reveal. The method allows for a clean, examinable finish, with no suspicious moves or hidden gimmicks. The wallets are designed to break in quickly, making them easy to handle after minimal practice.

The routine can be combined with other gimmicks, such as Richard Sanders' Any Ring or a coin-vanishing handkerchief, for added flexibility. The wallets reset naturally during performance, allowing for repeated use without awkward pauses.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for:

  • Close-up and table magicians performing at weddings, restaurants, or corporate events.
  • Magicians looking for a reliable, reset-free routine that plays big with minimal effort.
  • Beginners and professionals alike, as the handling is straightforward but can be enhanced with additional sleights.

Difficulty

The Ultimate Nest of Wallets is rated as easy to intermediate in difficulty. The basic routine requires no advanced sleight of hand, making it accessible to beginners. However, experienced performers can incorporate additional vanishes or gimmicks to elevate the effect.

What Magicians Say

  • Mark from Saturn Magic calls it a "definite happy medium" between cheaper plastic versions and premium alternatives, praising its affordability (£25) and professional quality.
  • Tom from Saturn Magic highlights its practicality, noting that the wallets "work in very quickly" and require minimal breaking in.
  • One magician on Facebook mentioned keeping a backup set in their emergency kit, emphasizing its reliability for impromptu performances.

The Ultimate Nest of Wallets is a proven worker, delivering strong reactions with minimal setup—making it a solid investment for any close-up magician.

What people are saying about Ultimate Nest of Wallets

SaturnMagicShop says...

The Ultimate Nest of Wallets is a definite happy medium, bridging a gap between the lower quality and the more expensive versions. It's a fantastic worker, especially for those just getting into the wedding market.

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