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X-Ray Peek by verne magic

Created by: verne magic

The X-Ray Peek is a minimalist mentalism tool that allows performers to secretly view the contents of a folded billet (a small piece of paper with writing or drawings) using a simple piece of folded aluminum foil. Unlike traditional peak wallets, this device is not a wallet but a functional peak device that offers clear and unobstructed views of the billet's contents, including words and pictures, without the need for sleight of hand. It's designed for close-up magic and mentalism performances, offering instant reset and versatility in presentation. The trick involves folding the aluminum foil around the billet, allowing the performer to peek at the contents before showing both sides of the foil to the audience, making it seem impossible to have seen the billet's contents.

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X-Ray Peek by Michel from Alakazam Magic
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X-Ray Peek by Michel from Magicbox
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Key features

  • No sleight of hand required

  • Instant reset

  • Clear and unobstructed peak

  • Versatile for various patter and performance angles

  • Concise 6-minute teaching video

  • Simple and clean design

Pros

  • Easy to use with no complex moves

  • Clean angles make it very deceptive

  • Instant reset allows for quick repetition

  • Versatile presentation options

  • Lightweight and easy to carry

Cons

  • May require creative justification for carrying aluminum foil

  • Limited to performers familiar with peak principles

  • Underwhelming initial appearance may not impress at first glance

Effect

The X-Ray Peek is a mentalism tool that allows the performer to secretly view a written billet (a small piece of paper with information) while appearing to handle an ordinary piece of folded aluminum foil. The spectator writes something down, places it inside the foil, and the magician folds it up, showing both sides to prove nothing is hidden. Despite this, the performer has already seen the information, creating the illusion of mind-reading or x-ray vision.

Full Details

The X-Ray Peek is not a traditional wallet but a functional peak device made from a folded piece of aluminum foil. It requires no sleight of hand and provides a clear, unobstructed view of the billet, even with darker-colored paper. The device resets instantly, making it practical for repeated performances. The teaching video is concise (6 minutes), assuming familiarity with peak wallet principles.

The performer can unfold the foil to show it empty, place the billet inside, and fold it back up while secretly viewing the writing. The angles are clean, meaning the method remains hidden from the audience. The foil can be unfolded again to prove nothing is concealed, reinforcing the illusion.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for:

  • Mentalists who use peak wallets in their routines.
  • Magicians looking for a minimalist, easy-to-carry alternative to traditional peek wallets.
  • Performers who want a prop that resets instantly and requires no advanced sleight of hand.
  • Those who enjoy creating unique presentations around simple objects.

Difficulty

The X-Ray Peek is very easy to perform. No sleight of hand is required, and the method is straightforward for anyone familiar with peak principles. The main challenge is developing a convincing reason for carrying a piece of aluminum foil, which requires creative presentation rather than technical skill.

What Magicians Say

Magic Orthodoxy (David) praised the X-Ray Peek for its simplicity and clean angles:

  • "It's super easy, it's got instant reset, it's a peak wallet without the wallet."
  • "The angles are clean, clean, clean, clean."
  • "You're getting a full clear peak of the actual prop... even with darker colored billets."

He also noted the challenge of justifying carrying the foil but suggested humorous presentations, such as pretending to be a paranoid conspiracy theorist or someone who lost their wallet. Despite its simple appearance, he found it a "really fun prop" and recommended it for mentalists.

The X-Ray Peek is a practical, no-frills tool for performers who value functionality and ease of use in their mentalism routines.

What people are saying about X-Ray Peek

magicorthodoxy says...

I can't believe how simple and beautiful this prop is. It's clean, the angles are clean, clean, clean, clean. [...] It's super easy, it's got instant reset, it's a peak wallet without the wallet.

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