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LEARN THE MYSTERIOUS 'EMPTY POCKET' MAGIC TRICK!

Jay Sankey teaches the 'Empty Pocket' trick, where a marked coin vanishes from sight and magically reappears in a pocket that was just shown to be empty. He walks through the sleight-of-hand moves like palming and false transfers, stressing the need for practice to make the trick look effortless and convincing.

Tricks mentioned

Empty Pocket

Key points

  • The 'Empty Pocket' trick involves a marked coin vanishing and appearing in a pocket.

  • Requires two coins and a marker.

  • Uses palming, false transfers, and misdirection.

  • Inspired by Francis Carl's 'Card to Pocket' routine.

  • Best suited for live performances, not locked-off camera setups.

  • Advanced techniques like 'The Flying Shuttle' can enhance the effect.