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by JFox
December 6th, 2023, 4:40 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Dunninger Facebook auction
Replies: 2
Views: 865

Re: Dunninger Facebook auction

FYI-- The wooden barrel escape - was NOT a deleted scene in the Tony Curtis film. In the film, Houdini is shown emerging from his curtained cabinet, with the still-roped barrel on its side...as "Otto" counts down the seconds. This immediately precedes the scene with Houdini being challenge...
by JFox
November 29th, 2023, 3:20 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB: U.F. Grant Escape Props
Replies: 0
Views: 1706

WTB: U.F. Grant Escape Props

WTB: * "Sack-X" (U.F. Grant) (original 1960's model) - made from a "cotton duck"/"linen canvas" material..as opposed to the lighted fabric utilized in the later MAK versions. * "In-Again-Out-Again Cuffs" (U.F. Grant) (original 1960's model). See Attached ADs f...
by JFox
May 1st, 2023, 3:01 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: And the Nominees Are …
Replies: 6
Views: 1273

Re: And the Nominees Are …

Award Show: Thursday, May 25.
by JFox
April 15th, 2023, 10:40 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Al Jaffee
Replies: 13
Views: 1885

Re: Al Jaffee

Mad magazine's 5-page "Dumminger-Master Mentalist" parody, stands out in my mind.

Were there other Magic personalities that had been spoofed in Mad, throughout the decades?

Perhaps, Kreskin; Bixby's "The Magician"; or Copperfield?

Does anyone recall?
by JFox
February 28th, 2023, 11:35 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS: Danny Dew - Himber's "Upside-Down Pail"
Replies: 1
Views: 848

FS: Danny Dew - Himber's "Upside-Down Pail"

For Sale: Danny Dew's -- Himber's "Upside-Down Pail". Includes a copy of the Danny Dew instructions. Asking: $1,000 (includes shipping). Sent within the United States only. Joseph Fox 4564 Finley Ave. #1 Los Angeles, Ca. 90027 (323) 662 - 9812 (voice-messages only; no texting) joefox1031@g...
by JFox
December 6th, 2022, 12:42 pm
Forum: Reference Room
Topic: "Three Loop Chain Bracelet"
Replies: 0
Views: 3223

"Three Loop Chain Bracelet"

RE: George B. Anderson's "Lecture Notebook" (1980 / Magic, Inc.).... He makes reference to a "Three Loop Chain Bracelet" (p. 35). To paraphrase the Effect (as per p.32): Three steel bracelets are shown linked together. It is demonstrated that neither any of the single bracelets, ...
by JFox
October 13th, 2022, 2:06 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB: "Dr. Schram's Whisky Vanish"
Replies: 0
Views: 1305

WTB: "Dr. Schram's Whisky Vanish"

Looking to purchase either the props and/or Instructions for:

"Dr. Schram's Whisky Vanish".


joefox1031@gmail.com
by JFox
June 22nd, 2022, 6:18 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB: "Psychic Mystery Watch" (Bornstein/Yedid)
Replies: 0
Views: 773

WTB: "Psychic Mystery Watch" (Bornstein/Yedid)

Hello----

I'm looking for the Bornstein/Yedid: "PSYCHIC MYSTERY WATCH"

----in either the 4H or 6D.

What is your asking price?

I also have small magic to trade, if preferred.

Joe Fox
joefox1031@gmail.com
323 662 - 9812
(Los Angeles, Ca.)
by JFox
June 9th, 2022, 10:15 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Starbucks in Parvo
Replies: 10
Views: 1230

Re: Starbucks in Parvo

I would not blame Starbucks for enacting a "cease & desist" for this video - for deformation of their brand/reputation. We KNOW its a trick (with a nod to Merv Taylor's "Por-Mor-Fil-Mor") - but the public does not... and I'm sure that many would accept this video as a legit c...
by JFox
May 10th, 2022, 8:52 am
Forum: Mentalism & Mental Magic
Topic: New Excelsior Hood Blindfold
Replies: 8
Views: 3574

Re: New Excelsior Hood Blindfold

Curtis:

I'd be interested in purchasing - if your Hoods become available for sale.

joefox1031@gmail.com
by JFox
April 22nd, 2022, 7:19 am
Forum: Mentalism & Mental Magic
Topic: Restoration of the 1937 ESP Decks (Marked)
Replies: 16
Views: 9093

Re: Restoration of the 1937 ESP Decks (Marked)

fyi--I have two different ESP decks, copyrighted 1937 (Black & White designs and the Colored designs)....both depict the Duke University CHAPEL within the "circle", on the back of each card...with "ESP" overlaid. These new (marked) cards look nice, and it is understandable th...
by JFox
February 2nd, 2022, 1:16 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Any quizzes about magic?
Replies: 32
Views: 2082

Re: Any quizzes about magic?

Correct!----Philippe.

(The "3 H"s of Magic ---- All died at age 52)
by JFox
February 2nd, 2022, 8:10 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Any quizzes about magic?
Replies: 32
Views: 2082

Re: Any quizzes about magic?

In the 1970's - 1980's, Geoffrey Hansen regularly contributed a couple of pages devoted to "trivia magic questions" to "The New Tops" magazine. Magician Jon Armstrong - for years has organized a fun "Magic Trivia Game Show" event at the Magic Castle....which originally ...
by JFox
December 10th, 2021, 12:33 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Bossie Cow
Replies: 19
Views: 7136

Re: Bossie Cow

PressureFan: My research tells me that the "Jumbo Rising Cards - with "turn-around" Card" (ala Tannen's early catalogs and on "The Magic Clown".... was released in 1948 by "REDHILL" (Fred Rothenberg), aka - "Fred Redhill", of Inwood, NY..........Reta...
by JFox
December 9th, 2021, 1:35 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Bossie Cow
Replies: 19
Views: 7136

Re: Bossie Cow

Sure enough, Tannen's 1949 catalog #1 advertises their "Jumbo Card Rise" with 'turn-around' card...for $50.00. Offhand, I didn't see Ireland's "Bossy Cow" listed in there; but they probably sold it anyway. I wonder if "the Magic Clown" ever did a follow-up to his "...
by JFox
December 9th, 2021, 7:57 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Bossie Cow
Replies: 19
Views: 7136

Re: Bossie Cow

PressureFan: Thanks for posting that video clip of "The Magic Clown"...

Bossie the Cow; Rag Pictures; Bird Cage Production; and a Jumbo Card Rise w/ "turn-around" card....all just great.
by JFox
July 14th, 2021, 10:56 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Bossie Cow
Replies: 19
Views: 7136

Re: Bossie Cow

Bob: I had the pleasure of playing with the original "Bossy Cow" prop, just a few weeks ago. Check out the August 1979 issue of GENII: "Milk-O" article by Ted Colteaux (page 542)......There is a sketch of "Bossy" and her gaffs...and a brief description of how she is uti...
by JFox
June 29th, 2021, 11:30 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven
Replies: 87
Views: 18291

Re: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven

On June 17th's Magic Castle "Town Hall" video presentation - Max looked and sounded absolutely great...not even a hint of the serious ordeal of what he endured only 2 weeks prior.

Good to have you back to your ole self, Max Maven!
by JFox
January 29th, 2021, 9:10 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Need Instructions
Replies: 1
Views: 512

Re: Need Instructions

I have them.
E-mail me directly:
joefox1031@gmail.com
by JFox
November 20th, 2020, 2:57 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS: The Book Switcher (Asi Wind)
Replies: 0
Views: 1150

FS: The Book Switcher (Asi Wind)

FOR SALE: "The Book Switcher" - by Asi Wind. Released in 2009. No longer available; Hard to find. Complete complete with original Instructional DVD. I am including 3 soft-cover books, so that you can start practicing & performing with this prop right away. (Note: Books were NOT include...
by JFox
September 2nd, 2020, 12:38 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New David Blaine Event
Replies: 42
Views: 6085

Re: New David Blaine Event

When there is so much high-tech equipment involved, a safety crew in communication, multiple cameras, and a decade of planning...it takes away much of the thrill (for me).

38 years ago, Larry Walters didn't need all of that...He just did it...

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawnchair_Larry_flight
by JFox
August 11th, 2020, 2:55 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Disney's Magic Camp
Replies: 20
Views: 3150

Re: Disney's Magic Camp

Oh, oh..looks like another expose of the French Drop!
by JFox
July 29th, 2020, 11:41 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New coin move?
Replies: 54
Views: 6572

Re: New coin move?

There once was a time, where the statement: "I need quite a broad historian"....would garner many humorous responses here - of female candidates for the job.

Sometimes, I miss those days.
by JFox
July 29th, 2020, 1:39 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Fool US
Replies: 136
Views: 18878

Re: Fool US

I like the show for the Variety (generes) of Magic performances that are showcased to the viewers (Stage illusions; Sleights; Close-up; Escapes; Mentalism, etc.). My one tiny gripe.... Most of the time, P&T make their "explanations" subtle enough: * P&T: "You can take that to ...
by JFox
May 13th, 2020, 8:47 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Peter Warlock Mystery Glass Penetration
Replies: 14
Views: 21682

Re: Peter Warlock Mystery Glass Penetration

Please Note:

I am no longer supplying the U.F. Grant Plans for the Peter Warlock/Davenport "English Glass Penetration".

The Plans can be found in Grant's booklet, entitled: "Slash: A Bargain in Grant's Great Secrets - 32 Tricks and Illusions".

Thank you. -- Joe
by JFox
March 13th, 2020, 6:58 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Magician in Music Video
Replies: 17
Views: 3972

Re: Magician in Music Video

Thanks, Brad J. and Joe L. for those video clips!

Brad---so, was this "Fez" video performance - from "You Asked For It"? ...and was that George Boston assisting Aubrey?
by JFox
March 13th, 2020, 12:16 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Magician in Music Video
Replies: 17
Views: 3972

Re: Magician in Music Video

Addendum: My best educated guess is - that its a clip from "You Asked For It" (?)
by JFox
March 13th, 2020, 11:58 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Magician in Music Video
Replies: 17
Views: 3972

Re: Magician in Music Video

"Girl Without A Middle" - is AUBREY (James Crabbe).

Unsure what program the clip is from (Milt Larsen's "It's Magic!"??; "Gary Moore Show"??)
by JFox
August 14th, 2019, 7:43 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Poll: P & T's "Honor System"
Replies: 14
Views: 3669

Re: Poll: P & T's "Honor System"

btw-- Very similar to the "Telescopic Box" in "Houdini's Escapes and Magic" - by Walter Gibson.
by JFox
July 24th, 2019, 2:08 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: This is What the Food Critic of the NY Times Thinks of The Magic Castle
Replies: 12
Views: 3570

Re: This is What the Food Critic of the NY Times Thinks of The Magic Castle

Under (reader's) "Comments" - the second posting ("TexasBee") details a performance at the Magic Castle of KRESKIN, circa early 1970's. I find that hard to be believe. More likely the performer was Glen Falkenstein, Gene Marvin, or any one of several Mentalists of the day. Kreski...
by JFox
July 9th, 2019, 3:46 am
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Magician sighting
Replies: 5
Views: 2942

Re: Magician sighting

Jay also appeared in another "Mister Ed" episode..called, if I remember correctly: "Ed, The Zebra".
Jay played a farmer-type role.
by JFox
June 26th, 2019, 2:53 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP Bob Dorian
Replies: 2
Views: 1731

Re: RIP Bob Dorian

Thought that I'd mention, to avoid confusion:

The above "Bob Dorian" is Not the "Bob Dorian" of the Magic Castle, who is one of the founders of the Magic Castle's "Junior Program".
by JFox
December 3rd, 2018, 3:42 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: There must be some magical use for this...
Replies: 2
Views: 1369

Re: There must be some magical use for this...

Oh, I didn't realize that the wine glass was 4 foot tall!

Forget about a production made from under a large silk or foulard...A bed sheet might be more appropriate.

Even the above DVD won't help with that size of glass!
by JFox
December 2nd, 2018, 2:46 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: There must be some magical use for this...
Replies: 2
Views: 1369

Re: There must be some magical use for this...

There is a use for it.......As an production item from beneath a cloth.

This is exactly what Sean Scott teaches on his "Margarita XL" DVD.

Sub-titled "The Ultimate Glass Production".

How to produce a BIG (over 20" tall) beverage glass.
by JFox
September 12th, 2018, 11:27 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS: "60 Great Magic Posters" (Dover)
Replies: 0
Views: 676

FS: "60 Great Magic Posters" (Dover)

"60 Great Magic Posters" - Pub. by Dover in 2011. Very briefly published in 2011, and then pulled from the market due to copyright infringement with Taschen books. Near MINT; barely handled. The DVD "Clip Art Disc" is intact and never removed from book. Rare & Collectible. Sh...
by JFox
August 26th, 2018, 6:29 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Penn & Teller
Replies: 20
Views: 4703

Re: Penn & Teller

Just a few weeks ago on "Fool Us", P&T did a "packing box escape" (or exchange?)....where Teller escaped from a wooden box on stage. There was an assistant onstage assisting P&T, that helped with the misdirection. Was that the "Honor System", or their alternate ...
by JFox
June 21st, 2018, 9:07 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Art Emerson R.I.P.
Replies: 10
Views: 4980

Re: Art Emerson R.I.P.

Mentalists and Bizarrists who perform the mind-numbing "Pegasus Page" book test...should say a silent 'thank you' to Mr. Emerson, during their audience's gasps & applause.
by JFox
May 29th, 2018, 5:47 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: "Wait for your Laugh"
Replies: 5
Views: 5854

Re: "Wait for your Laugh"

I saw it on "ME-TV" this past Sunday night, in Los Angeles (11PM - 1AM PST)....I'm sure it'll be repeated on that network. Although my early childhood was the 1960's, prior to Sunday - I knew nothing about Rose Marie, other than her role on the "Dick Van Dyke" Show. What an eye-o...
by JFox
March 11th, 2018, 12:09 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Hmmmmm...
Replies: 44
Views: 19545

Re: Hmmmmm...

...this "squirting wand" could be used for any magician wanting to revive the Thurston "Water Fountains" stage illusion :-)

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