Card Trick of the Year

It is rather rainy today in Chicago, but nobody is complaining. How can you complain when its pushing 60 degrees...in January? Even though the temp is balmy, the rain is keeping us from enjoying the outdoors.

Now, I intend for us to promote some of our new and old products on this blog, but I don't want to turn everything into the "Trick of the Year" or "DVD of the Year." So when I write a post about some product being the "Whatever of the Year," it's only because I really mean it.

Knaves Gone Wild is worthy of the nomination. David Solomon, a protege of the legendary Ed Marlo, released this trick through Fun Inc. in the waning weeks of 2007. What you have is a MacDonald's Aces-type assembly routine that will fool those familiar with MacDonald's Aces.

Solomon's brilliant handling of the effect leaves no doubt the Jacks are present in each of the four packets until the very last instant.

Take a look at this video, performed by our very own Tomas Medina. Included is the required cards, and an instructional DVD hosted by Solomon himself. The DVD also includes a bonus routine!

On one of my last trips home to Michigan, I spent a day demonstrating behind the counter at The Wunderground in Clawson, Michigan. I demonstrated this routine all day, having learned it within 30 minutes of my arrival. Easy to demo, easy to setup, and especially, easy to reset, making it a great choice for those strolling/walk-around gigs.

Knaves Gone Wild earns its kudos from the reactions it generates. Pick one up from your favorite magic dealer.