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by Ruben Padilla
December 31st, 2018, 3:04 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Eugene Burger: The Last Lesson
Replies: 6
Views: 2272

Re: Eugene Burger: The Last Lesson

Absolutely beautiful, Ricardo.
I have often wondered how his transition played out, and am so grateful to now know.
Thank you so very much for sharing.
Truly inspiring, and extremely well written.

Ruben
by Ruben Padilla
May 28th, 2018, 5:31 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Auke Van Dokkum R.I.P.
Replies: 1
Views: 1836

Auke Van Dokkum R.I.P.

So sorry to learn of this.
by Ruben Padilla
April 16th, 2018, 7:09 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Harry Anderson
Replies: 21
Views: 15206

Harry Anderson

TMZ is reporting that Harry Anderson has died at age 65.
Developing story...
by Ruben Padilla
March 26th, 2018, 2:17 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: James Dodding R.I.P.
Replies: 1
Views: 1959

Re: James Dodding R.I.P.

Wow. Never heard of him but am grateful to read this fine tribute. He seemed like a truly wonderful man.

I’m sorry for your (our) loss.

Ruben
by Ruben Padilla
August 9th, 2017, 6:43 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: DEAL OF A LIFETIME - SHERWOOD CUPS
Replies: 1
Views: 1030

DEAL OF A LIFETIME - SHERWOOD CUPS

These are the LIMITED EDITION SHERWOOD CUPS that are SOLID SILVER in three different styles. I had these for sale a little bit ago for $2500 each (or all three for $6500) But I'm going to Magic Live! next week and I want spending money. As a result, here is the deal of a lifetime. Three sets availab...
by Ruben Padilla
June 7th, 2017, 1:54 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Ltd. Edition SHERWOOD CUPS - SOLID SILVER (gold)
Replies: 1
Views: 1110

Re: Ltd. Edition SHERWOOD CUPS - SOLID SILVER (gold)

Will include Certificate of Authenticity.
by Ruben Padilla
June 7th, 2017, 1:31 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Ltd. Edition SHERWOOD CUPS - SOLID SILVER (gold)
Replies: 1
Views: 1110

Ltd. Edition SHERWOOD CUPS - SOLID SILVER (gold)

These are mint condition cups. SMOOTH SOLID SILVER with a beautiful gold plate. THEY ARE SOLID SILVER CUPS. Not made anymore. Only 10 were ever made. They are never to be produced again. One of the rarest set of cups on the planet. This was the last set produced. Number 10 of 10! Original bag includ...
by Ruben Padilla
June 2nd, 2016, 1:37 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Marble
Replies: 19
Views: 6769

Re: Marble

Looks like fun, John. Well done!
by Ruben Padilla
July 29th, 2014, 2:49 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Ricky Jay's Congress of Wonders
Replies: 109
Views: 28845

Re: Ricky Jay's Congress of Wonders

One of my all time favorite movies. In fact, top five!
If you haven't seen it, do yourself a favor and watch it today!
by Ruben Padilla
April 20th, 2014, 10:32 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Looking for Max Maven's NUMBERSKULL deck.
Replies: 0
Views: 726

Looking for Max Maven's NUMBERSKULL deck.

Made by Ton Onosaka years ago. It's a deck with faces on one side and numbers on the other.

Please PM with asking price shipped near Los Angeles.

Thanks!
by Ruben Padilla
April 15th, 2014, 5:50 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Looking to buy Bill Guisas leather cone
Replies: 0
Views: 473

Looking to buy Bill Guisas leather cone

I missed out on getting one of these at Magic-Con. If you have one gathering dust (or you're the guy who bought the one I wanted and now you're realizing you're never going to utilize it, let me assuage your buyer's remorse!) I'll pay top dollar for this immediately. Please PM. And thank you, yes, I...
by Ruben Padilla
August 9th, 2013, 1:27 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: J.P. Jackson has Died
Replies: 11
Views: 4713

Re: J.P. Jackson has Died

I've known J.P. for years, since my days working at Chuck Martinez's old shop Magicians World (which my family eventually purchased) and then at Brad Burt's shop. He was the only guy who called me "Ruby", a nickname I've always hated except when J.P. said it - he had such joy in his voice....
by Ruben Padilla
May 30th, 2013, 1:31 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FSH - Books Of Wonder
Replies: 1
Views: 812

Re: FSH - Books Of Wonder

Worth every penny.
by Ruben Padilla
September 10th, 2012, 2:25 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS - Nick Lewin's Psychometry Royale
Replies: 7
Views: 2647

Re: FS - Nick Lewin's Psychometry Royale

SOLD. (Thank you, Paul!)
by Ruben Padilla
September 7th, 2012, 4:00 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Wood Chop Cups
Replies: 6
Views: 2539

Re: Wood Chop Cups

Really beautiful cups!
by Ruben Padilla
September 6th, 2012, 10:41 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS - Nick Lewin's Psychometry Royale
Replies: 7
Views: 2647

Re: FS - Nick Lewin's Psychometry Royale

$75 (That's $50.00 off!!!)
by Ruben Padilla
September 4th, 2012, 2:45 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS - Nick Lewin's Psychometry Royale
Replies: 7
Views: 2647

FS - Nick Lewin's Psychometry Royale

One of Ted Annemann's greatest legacies to the magic world was his Pseudo Psychometry. Tony Griffith showed it to master showman Maurice Fogel and Fogel turned it into an entertainment masterpiece 'Second Spot.' Here is the Ultimate development and evolution of the routine. The perfect bags with per...
by Ruben Padilla
August 23rd, 2012, 7:41 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Poll: With which magician would you like to spend an evening talking magic?
Replies: 82
Views: 19657

Re: Poll: With which magician would you like to spend an evening talking magic?

Easy.

Michael Weber.

Hope I have the chance someday...
by Ruben Padilla
February 14th, 2012, 12:34 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
Replies: 76
Views: 20877

Re: Ken Krenzel Passes

Ryan, thanks for that memory. I have a similar memory with Roger Klaus being equally nice to me in Las Vegas. It's nice to know that Ken was so generous. Appreciate your sharing...
by Ruben Padilla
December 18th, 2011, 2:10 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Tim Ellis Book
Replies: 13
Views: 3736

Re: New Tim Ellis Book

Appreciate this thread. Just ordered my copy. The above coupon code has expired. There is currently a new promotion that runs till the end of the month.
Just type "DECBOOKS11" at the coupon prompt and save 20%.

Happy Holidays!
by Ruben Padilla
October 31st, 2011, 4:33 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Fire at The Magic Castle?
Replies: 54
Views: 15570

Re: Fire at The Magic Castle?

Received word that it appears to be in the attic. But yes, all signs point to a fire.

http://www.scpr.org/news/2011/10/31/296 ... stle-fire/
by Ruben Padilla
September 29th, 2011, 6:02 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: A "BRA" CADABRA
Replies: 21
Views: 2842

Re: A "BRA" CADABRA

Thanks, Dodd, for keeping us abreast of the situation!
by Ruben Padilla
June 16th, 2011, 4:27 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: New Book Coming on the Card Magic of David Berglas
Replies: 704
Views: 319777

Re: New Book Coming on the Card Magic of David Berglas

Hi, Richard. I ordered my copy after May 27. Will subsequent orders (like mine) be shipped Priority?

Thanks. Really looking forward to reading it!
by Ruben Padilla
May 11th, 2011, 5:05 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: New Big Fat Wooden Money Maker from Victor Voitko
Replies: 4
Views: 1380

Re: New Big Fat Wooden Money Maker from Victor Voitko

Richard, how is this different from the one that was previously available? It looks the same to me...
by Ruben Padilla
May 11th, 2011, 4:55 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Steve Cohen at Carnegie Hall
Replies: 18
Views: 5200

Re: Steve Cohen at Carnegie Hall

How did he get to Carnegie Hall?
by Ruben Padilla
April 20th, 2011, 4:20 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Update to the Auction of the Century - The Christopher Collection
Replies: 85
Views: 21890

Re: Update to the Auction of the Century - The Christopher Collection

Anyone know what the bronze magician desk statue went for? Just curious...
by Ruben Padilla
March 30th, 2011, 2:27 am
Forum: Convention Reports
Topic: Magic-Con 2011 Schedule
Replies: 14
Views: 3997

Re: Magic-Con 2011 Schedule

I've just posted extensive coverage on the Thursday night reception and Day 1 (Friday) events.
More to come soon.
Hope you enjoy...

www.MagiciansOnly.com
by Ruben Padilla
January 8th, 2011, 3:12 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Want to buy cups and balls
Replies: 22
Views: 7283

Re: Want to buy cups and balls

Bill's site is one of the greatest sites devoted to magic that I've ever seen.
SO happy he makes this invaluable resource available to us.
Thank you, Bill.
by Ruben Padilla
January 7th, 2011, 1:53 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS - Original P&L cups in MINT condition!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 1110

FS - Original P&L cups in MINT condition!!!

Original P&L cups in MINT condition. So mint that Id recommend only displaying them for the sake of history. (And put gloves on when you handle them!) But if you DO choose to use them - Wow! Ive seen a lot of cups, and Ive never seen a set of P&L cups in this fine of a condition. Not a scrat...
by Ruben Padilla
January 1st, 2011, 9:26 pm
Forum: Link Watch
Topic: "Secret Agenda" by Roberto Giobbi
Replies: 1
Views: 1276

"Secret Agenda" by Roberto Giobbi

A new Preview of this great new book on my website, www.MagiciansOnly.com

I hope you enjoy it.
by Ruben Padilla
November 30th, 2010, 3:51 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: What David Copperfield Can Teach Us About Sales
Replies: 2
Views: 1224

Re: What David Copperfield Can Teach Us About Sales

Very disappointed in the article. In my opinion, there are so many better lessons to be extracted from magic for use in marketing than the six he identified.

Hmm, maybe I should get writing...
by Ruben Padilla
November 27th, 2010, 3:24 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Viking Haenchen 4 Cup Wood Turned Cups & Balls Limited to 36 sets, c.1990s
Replies: 6
Views: 2561

Re: Viking Haenchen 4 Cup Wood Turned Cups & Balls Limited to 36 sets, c.1990s

Would still love to know the answer to my question asked last month.
Will these hold a tennis ball load?

Thanks.
by Ruben Padilla
October 9th, 2010, 3:37 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: wyrick 'rips off' harary on ellen
Replies: 90
Views: 22117

Re: wyrick 'rips off' harary on ellen

I clicked on the link to see the video and saw Wyrick producing a Hummer. Was the water tank illusion scrapped? Or was the video changed?

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