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by mrmagik68
December 30th, 2023, 10:58 am
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Card Craft
Replies: 28
Views: 6690

Re: Card Craft

I got home late last night and there it was on my door front. Opening this book felt like time travel as I remember when I first purchased it back in '92. I was a magic neophyte at that time and didn't take the time to really study it and eventually wound up selling it. Now, more than 30 years later...
by mrmagik68
December 28th, 2023, 8:19 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Card Craft
Replies: 28
Views: 6690

Re: Card Craft

Richard Kaufman wrote:If I added an option to pay for a higher level of postage would folks use it?


I totally would, especially given the occasional mishap with Media Mail.


Roberto
by mrmagik68
December 28th, 2023, 8:18 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Card Craft
Replies: 28
Views: 6690

Re: Card Craft

Richard Kaufman wrote:Sorry about the delays.


Richard, I appreciate it but you have nothing to apologize for as you did your part. Eventually, we'll all have our copies of this much anticipated reprint!


Roberto
by mrmagik68
December 28th, 2023, 6:33 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Card Craft
Replies: 28
Views: 6690

Re: Card Craft

Mine seems to be stuck in Media Mail hell lol. Each day the arrival date keeps getting pushed to the next day. Oh well. Happy Holidays everyone!


Roberto
by mrmagik68
October 14th, 2023, 10:19 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Darwin Ortiz R.I.P
Replies: 27
Views: 8578

Re: Darwin Ortiz R.I.P

I just read about this on Michael Vincent's IG. Very sad. The magic community has lost an icon. I only met Darwin once many years ago in NYC but I felt like I knew him through his contributions to magic. My condolences to his family and loved ones. May he rest in peace.



Roberto
by mrmagik68
August 28th, 2023, 6:44 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Vernon's Ultimate Secrets of Card Magic
Replies: 0
Views: 1332

Vernon's Ultimate Secrets of Card Magic

Hello all, I'm looking for a readable copy of Vernon's Ultimate Secrets of Card Magic book. I'm looking for the L&L version, not the original Lewis Ganson version from the 60's. If anyone has one they'd like to part with, please PM me here or email me at: mrmagik@optonline.net Thanks, Roberto
by mrmagik68
May 10th, 2023, 11:25 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: The Magic Way Tamariz
Replies: 0
Views: 452

The Magic Way Tamariz

Hi ho everyone! Does anyone have a copy of the newly revised THE MAGIC WAY book by Juan Tamariz that they'd like to part with? Doesn't have to be mint condition, as long as it's readable. If so, shoot me an email with your asking price at mrmagik@optonline.net or PM me here. Many thanks!


Roberto
by mrmagik68
November 20th, 2022, 10:40 pm
Forum: Reference Room
Topic: Card Warp (not the trick)
Replies: 12
Views: 4281

Re: Card Warp (not the trick)

Thanks Richard. Can you recommend a good one?



Roberto
by mrmagik68
November 20th, 2022, 7:31 pm
Forum: Reference Room
Topic: Card Warp (not the trick)
Replies: 12
Views: 4281

Card Warp (not the trick)

Hey guys, I live in NYC and temps have already started dropping which means that when it gets cold all of my decks get warped, they create this popping sound when handling them and I just can't stand it so, I won't touch them until they unwarp again. I'm sure some of you also live in cold climate ar...
by mrmagik68
September 23rd, 2022, 6:56 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: PURE MAGIC @ The Magic Castle
Replies: 5
Views: 1384

Re: PURE MAGIC @ The Magic Castle

Congrats Eric!!! Wish I could be there!
by mrmagik68
September 23rd, 2022, 2:27 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Darwin Ortiz Material!
Replies: 0
Views: 1299

New Darwin Ortiz Material!

Hello all!

I just found out from Jason Ladanye's Instagram account about a new release from the legendary Darwin Ortiz! I believe it's material never before published. This is exciting news!!! This will be available soon and only from cardmagicbyjason.com


Best,
Roberto
by mrmagik68
September 15th, 2022, 11:55 pm
Forum: Feature Articles
Topic: A Big Double Issue Coming Your Way!
Replies: 3
Views: 4827

A Big Double Issue Coming Your Way!

Richard,

I received the email regarding the upcoming double issue of Genii magazine. First and foremost, my condolences to you and your family. Secondly, thank you for notifying your subscribers of the delay. This is something very rarely seen amongst magazine publishers/editors.



Roberto
by mrmagik68
August 27th, 2022, 2:13 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Faro New Deck Restoration
Replies: 13
Views: 3358

Re: Faro New Deck Restoration

Thank you gentlemen! I can definitely work with the resources mentioned. Much appreciated.


Roberto
by mrmagik68
August 27th, 2022, 11:36 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Faro New Deck Restoration
Replies: 13
Views: 3358

Faro New Deck Restoration

Happy Saturday all! In the wonderful Skinner Tapes, Roger Klause talks about how Jay Ose used to open a new deck of cards, display the new deck order and then do 8 perfect faros, restoring the deck back to new deck order. Does anyone know if this method is in print somewhere? I've tried it several t...
by mrmagik68
August 18th, 2022, 2:22 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: LF: Dingle's Last Notes
Replies: 0
Views: 313

LF: Dingle's Last Notes

Hello all,

I'm looking for a used copy of Derek Dingle's Last Notes. If you have a copy you'd like to part with, please PM me or email me at: mrmagik@optonline.net

Thanks,

Roeberto
by mrmagik68
July 24th, 2022, 10:39 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: 24 Karat Close-up Magic Saturday, July 23 @ 7PM
Replies: 3
Views: 595

Re: 24 Karat Close-up Magic Saturday, July 23 @ 7PM

Eric, I just wanted to say, this was a great show! The magic was awesome and very entertaining. I thought Joe, Lou, and yourself did a great job of entertaining the sold out crowd and the Sparta Stage. That closing piece you did blew everyone away. I know because, in addition to watching you perform...
by mrmagik68
July 16th, 2022, 7:39 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: For Sale: Card Magic Books -- Andrus to Green
Replies: 7
Views: 992

Re: For Sale: Card Magic Books -- Andrus to Green

Richard Kaufman wrote:No, Ted. I have other important books to finish!



Yes, like the Cliff Green book! :D
by mrmagik68
July 16th, 2022, 7:27 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Ricky Jay Refusing MOTY Award
Replies: 31
Views: 4255

Re: Ricky Jay Refusing MOTY Award

Good day all, I read in the April 1997 issue of Genii that Ricky Jay refused to accept the Magician of the Year Award at the 29th Academy of Magical Arts Ceremony. Does anyone know why Ricky refused to accept such an honorable award? Roberto Honorable to whom exactly Roberto? I believe that Magic m...
by mrmagik68
July 10th, 2022, 2:18 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Ricky Jay Refusing MOTY Award
Replies: 31
Views: 4255

Ricky Jay Refusing MOTY Award

Good day all,

I read in the April 1997 issue of Genii that Ricky Jay refused to accept the Magician of the Year Award at the 29th Academy of Magical Arts Ceremony. Does anyone know why Ricky refused to accept such an honorable award?



Roberto
by mrmagik68
July 5th, 2022, 12:12 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: LF: Mastering the Art of Magic-Burger
Replies: 0
Views: 1260

LF: Mastering the Art of Magic-Burger

Hello all!

I'm looking for a used or new copy of Eugene Burger's, Mastering the Art of Magic book. If anyone has a copy they'd like to part with, please email me at: mrmagik@optonline.net with your asking price. Many thanks!

Best,

Roberto
by mrmagik68
May 28th, 2022, 8:20 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: LF: The Vernon Touch Book
Replies: 5
Views: 931

Re: LF: The Vernon Touch Book

I may have secured a copy from a private seller for what I think is a reasonable price, just waiting to hear back. I did see the copy on eBay but I wouldn't pay that much. Thanks for all your help!


Roberto
by mrmagik68
May 28th, 2022, 12:37 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: LF: The Vernon Touch Book
Replies: 5
Views: 931

LF: The Vernon Touch Book

Hello!

If anyone has The Vernon Touch book published by Kaufman and would like to part with it, please email me at: mrmagik@optonline.net with your asking price. Thanks!


Best,
Roberto
by mrmagik68
April 23rd, 2022, 4:33 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Magic Castle Articles in May issue of Genii
Replies: 0
Views: 1477

Magic Castle Articles in May issue of Genii

Greetings all! I just read the two articles in the May issue of Genii, The Creation of a Magic Castle and, Randy Pitchford: Saving The Magic Castle. What great writing! It was really great to learn about the beginnings of the Castle as well as the recent purchase by Randy Pitchford. Up until recentl...
by mrmagik68
April 19th, 2022, 8:28 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Better Communicators = Better Performers
Replies: 10
Views: 1793

Re: Better Communicators = Better Performers

Eric,

I'm all registered! Looking forward to this!

Best,
Roberto
by mrmagik68
April 16th, 2022, 2:08 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: GeniiOnline is Back in Action
Replies: 9
Views: 1668

Re: GeniiOnline is Back in Action

Great interview with Neil Patrick and Copperfield! Thanks for adding Genii Online!



Best,

Roberto
by mrmagik68
April 10th, 2022, 8:29 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Better Communicators = Better Performers
Replies: 10
Views: 1793

Re: Better Communicators = Better Performers

Hello Eric! I hope you are well. Thank you for posting this. This actually hit home for me, as a person who has suffered from a fear of public speaking for most of my life. It's even affected me when performing magic for others. I'm currently taking steps towards overcoming this fear and have recent...
by mrmagik68
March 9th, 2022, 10:46 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB Erdnase Replica Hardcover
Replies: 19
Views: 2207

Re: WTB Erdnase Replica Hardcover

I have a Facsimile replica that was printed in 2002 however, how can I tell if it is a "Centennial Edition"?
by mrmagik68
February 25th, 2022, 8:36 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS: Ron Wilson Books-OOP!
Replies: 1
Views: 725

Re: FS: Ron Wilson Books-OOP!

THE UNCANNY SCOT RON WILSON by Richard Kaufman and TALES FROM THE UNCANNY SCOT by Ron Wilson. Learn Ron Wilson's unique brand of Close Up, Parlor, and Stage magic. Also, comes with a DVD! Only one price drop before I put them up for auction. $175.00 for both books w/FREE shipping in the U.S.. https...
by mrmagik68
February 14th, 2022, 1:09 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Close Up Magic Born in Hollywood?
Replies: 25
Views: 3066

Re: Close Up Magic Born in Hollywood?

From the Oxford English Dictionary: "Mecca: a place which attracts people of a particular group or with a particular interest" "Mecca" is being used figuratively, here. I can't imagine that anyone who hears the phrase "Mecca of magic" interprets it literally, as a holy...
by mrmagik68
February 13th, 2022, 8:13 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Close Up Magic Born in Hollywood?
Replies: 25
Views: 3066

Re: Close Up Magic Born in Hollywood?

As Jean Hugard write in his book Close-up Magic for the Night Club Magician (first edition 1934), the close-up begins in Europa at the end of the XIXe century. But it is likely that the Magic Castle has contributed a lot to its development in the USA. Philippe, No doubt that the Castle has contribu...
by mrmagik68
February 12th, 2022, 8:51 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Close Up Magic Born in Hollywood?
Replies: 25
Views: 3066

Close Up Magic Born in Hollywood?

Greetings all, I'd like to first start off by saying, I think that the digital archival library of all of the Genii magazines from beginning to current that's made available to Genii subscribers is a monumental treasure trove and worth much more than the cost of a subscription, in my opinion. I was ...
by mrmagik68
February 12th, 2022, 6:03 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS: Ron Wilson Books-OOP!
Replies: 1
Views: 725

FS: Ron Wilson Books-OOP!

Hello all! Up for sale are, THE UNCANNY SCOT RON WILSON by Richard Kaufman and TALES FROM THE UNCANNY SCOT by Ron Wilson. Both books are being sold as a set only at an unbelievably low price of $185.00 with FREE Media Mail shipping in the continental US. Both books are in excellent condition. THE UN...
by mrmagik68
January 5th, 2022, 6:13 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Harry Riser - Secrets of an Escamoteur (1st edition, new)
Replies: 5
Views: 1045

Re: Harry Riser - Secrets of an Escamoteur (1st edition, new)

Hi MarcoTX,

I'll take this if it's still available. Please feel free to email me with payment instructions at: mrmagik@optonline.net -or- mrmagik68@gmail.com

Thanks,

Roberto
by mrmagik68
November 25th, 2021, 12:32 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Rene Levand as a young man on Ed Sullivan
Replies: 7
Views: 2700

Re: Rene Levand as a young man on Ed Sullivan

Wow!!!! What a beautiful treat that was. Thank you so much for posting this. I have always been amazed at what Levand accomplished with just one hand. Sullivan seems to have enjoyed good magic which is rarity nowadays with some of these TV talk show hosts. Bravo!!!



Roberto
by mrmagik68
September 12th, 2021, 4:14 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Roy Kueppers Morgan Dollar Shell Set!
Replies: 0
Views: 656

Roy Kueppers Morgan Dollar Shell Set!

Good day all!

I have up for auction on eBay, a beautiful Roy Kueppers Morgan Silver Dollar Un-Expanded Shell Set at a reasonably low starting bid. Thanks for looking.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/144198388170



Roberto
by mrmagik68
September 1st, 2021, 2:55 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: eBooks
Replies: 2
Views: 5687

Re: eBooks

That makes a lot of sense. I've seen those poorly scanned books where the end result leaves a lot to be desired. Well, it's comforting to know that the thought is still alive in your mind. I think your past writings will be of tremendous value to magicians of the current and future era of magic. Tha...
by mrmagik68
September 1st, 2021, 12:20 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: eBooks
Replies: 2
Views: 5687

eBooks

Hello Richard, I can't recall if this question ever came up before. Have you ever considered making some of your older, out-of-print books available as eBooks/PDFs? I know Harry Loryane has done this with Conjuring Arts Research and probably a few others. Not knowing anything about the publishing wo...
by mrmagik68
August 14th, 2021, 8:35 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Versatile Outjog Control
Replies: 9
Views: 1484

Re: Versatile Outjog Control

Daryl's trick is an excellent, quick routine. You can see him do it on Greater Magic Volume 7 - Daryl. I agree! Dary's routine lends a logical reason for outjogging the card. I'm already working on a presentation of my own for this. The trouble I'm running into every now and then is flashing the se...
by mrmagik68
August 10th, 2021, 8:37 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Versatile Outjog Control
Replies: 9
Views: 1484

Re: Versatile Outjog Control

Thanks Richard! I had no idea Jenning was the originator of this sleight. I don't have Jennings '67 but I'll take a look at Classic Magic.



Roberto
by mrmagik68
August 10th, 2021, 3:04 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Versatile Outjog Control
Replies: 9
Views: 1484

Versatile Outjog Control

Hey folks, I've recently become enamored with the Versatile Outjog Control. I never bothered to learn this sleight but Darly's, The Out-of-Body Experience routine has changed that. Presented well, I think this effect is a quick, direct powerhouse. I decided to learn not just the version that Daryl t...

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