SleightfulMagic Review - Red and Blue by Jonathan Sadowski
David from Magic Orthodoxy delivers a detailed review of Jonathan Sadowski’s “Red and Blue,” a crossover card trick available from The Magic Apple. This review is part of a larger initiative where Magic Orthodoxy is giving away magic merchandise. The effect involves a deck with red and blue-backed cards, allowing a free selection from the red cards before the chosen card mysteriously appears within the blue packet, followed by a surprising disappearance and reappearance. David was impressed by the clever combination of a familiar card force and another magical technique, making it exceptionally easy to perform. He emphasizes the importance of a free selection, careful handling of the blue cards, angle awareness, and a conversational presentation. The deck contains gaffed cards, but they are not revealed during the review, and the cards are printed by the United States Playing Card Company. The effect is approximately 8 minutes long and priced at $30. David enthusiastically recommends “Red and Blue,” praising its effortless nature, deceptive appearance, and suitability for magicians who appreciate a clean effect with minimal sleight of hand.
Tricks mentioned
Key points
The spectator has a genuinely free choice of any card from the red portion of the deck.
The performer should avoid touching the blue cards after the initial selection.
Caution should be exercised when using gaffed cards to avoid accidental exposure.
The trick's simplicity allows for a very organic and conversational presentation.
The red cards cannot be inspected, but the blue cards are normal and can be examined freely.
The deck is custom printed.