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Magic Review - Tribloon by Eric Stevens

David from Magic Orthodoxy delivers a thorough review of the "Tribloon" coin routine and accompanying product by Eric Stevens and Craig Petty, distributed by Alakazam. He praises the routine's enduring appeal, noting its revival since 2014 as a testament to its quality. The core of the Tribloon routine involves magically producing a Chinese coin, multiplying it, incorporating an American half dollar, and then merging all three coins back into one before making them vanish. The $130 package includes a coin purse, a Tribloon Gaff (featuring a large, medium, and sun/moon coin with a half dollar on the reverse), and a replica Chinese coin, all crafted with remarkable realism by Roy Cooper. The instructional video spans 4 hours and 11 minutes, with 44 minutes dedicated to Eric Stevens' teaching and a 3-hour bonus section from Craig Petty featuring 13 additional coin tricks. While David found the initial instruction slightly dark, he appreciates the clear presentation by both experts and recommends Tribloon to intermediate-level magicians seeking a strong, visually engaging routine with plenty of extra material. He also highlights the convenience of Alakazam's US warehouse for American customers and promotes his own Magic Orthodoxy merchandise store.

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Key points

  • The Tribloon routine involves multiplying and vanishing coins.

  • The package includes a coin purse, Tribloon Gaff, and a replica Chinese coin.

  • Roy Cooper crafted the gaff coins to look incredibly realistic.

  • The instructional video is 4 hours and 11 minutes long.

  • Eric Stevens teaches the core routine, while Craig Petty provides bonus tricks.

  • David recommends the routine for intermediate-level magicians.

  • Alakazam has a US warehouse for easier shipping for US customers.