On Mar 31, 2021, Lonnie_Lyerla wrote:
Definitely too bulky for a front pocket IMO. Unless you have big pockets like slacks or something close to that which will allow you to have loos items. I’m not confident in jeans though..

As for the gimmick itself and after further inspection I’m under the impression that it’s definitely a defective gimmick I received. I’ll be returning mine for a replacement. The effect is absolutely worth it. I just unfortunately believe I received a bad unit. My review was intended to be positive and informative on my experience. I also agree with Craig. This is a must have.

On Mar 31, 2021, Lonnie_Lyerla wrote:
I received mine today. I like it. However, the gimmick I received seems to be made with some minor cosmetic issues. It doesn’t really take away how cool it is. But being someone that notices these little things, it kind of bothers me a little. I already performed it with success though. I just don’t feel like this will last me as long as I was hoping based on one of the cosmetic issues. Unless these were designed to have these specific cosmetic differences, I’ll list the two that stick out the most to me with the gimmick I received.

1. The gimmick does not line up like the rest of the cards provided. As if the cards used were glued and cut a bit shorter than the card stock that came with the gimmick. Think Sev. Deck.


2. This goes with the first one. In one of the seems/henges, the top layer of card has this overlap which creates this crimp effect in the gimmick causing it to not sit flush. Even with rubber-band. Well unless I manually force it. If someone were burning your hands, it may get noticed. Think long/short card.

Ok now for the good news. I really like this. Very clever and methodical. I can see how well this will play out during performances and yes, for some it will replace tech peeks. At least some of them IMO. If I had any complaints outside of the cosmetic issues I mentioned, it would be the depth of the gimmick. And that’s really not a complaint. More of a preference.

So on my initial reaction, I’m slightly disappointed with the cosmetic issues (unless these were intentional) but I’m excited to have this in hand and know that it’s something that will get used. A ton of people who bought this will have a blast with this.

On Apr 1, 2021, videoman wrote:
Received mine and I would call it absolute perfection.
My hands are probably too small to do the one handed method but I had anticipated that anyway. Not like it’s the first time I’ve run into that.

So was the final verdict with your set Lonnie that they are perfectly normal?

Now I’m confused because when you said the gimmick didn’t line up I thought you were talking about the printed lines you can see on the sides of the cards and gimmick. That those didn’t match up. But I guess you were referring to the difference in width. I’m pretty much a perfectionist and I never would have noticed that if you hadn’t commented on it. I have zero worries of anyone noticing or caring about that. AFA your second issue, I’m not sure what you are referring to there either. Mine do seem perfectly joined with no overlap, no crimp.

It’s a fabulous prop. I think Marc hit a home run with this one and I’m so glad he shared it with the rest of us.

I’m not worried about refills. For me, that is a lifetime supply of cards included. Probably two lifetimes. Somebody mentioned waiting to order this until refills are available (which they now are BTW) but who performs a piece like this 30 times a week? (well, other than Gumbini I guess 😃.)

Kudos to Marc Oberon for creating and manufacturing these.

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On Mar 31, 2021, Lonnie_Lyerla wrote:
I received mine today. I like it. However, the gimmick I received seems to be made with some minor cosmetic issues. It doesn’t really take away how cool it is. But being someone that notices these little things, it kind of bothers me a little. I already performed it with success though. I just don’t feel like this will last me as long as I was hoping based on one of the cosmetic issues. Unless these were designed to have these specific cosmetic differences, I’ll list the two that stick out the most to me with the gimmick I received.

1. The gimmick does not line up like the rest of the cards provided. As if the cards used were glued and cut a bit shorter than the card stock that came with the gimmick. Think Sev. Deck.


2. This goes with the first one. In one of the seems/henges, the top layer of card has this overlap which creates this crimp effect in the gimmick causing it to not sit flush. Even with rubber-band. Well unless I manually force it. If someone were burning your hands, it may get noticed. Think long/short card.

Ok now for the good news. I really like this. Very clever and methodical. I can see how well this will play out during performances and yes, for some it will replace tech peeks. At least some of them IMO. If I had any complaints outside of the cosmetic issues I mentioned, it would be the depth of the gimmick. And that’s really not a complaint. More of a preference.

So on my initial reaction, I’m slightly disappointed with the cosmetic issues (unless these were intentional) but I’m excited to have this in hand and know that it’s something that will get used. A ton of people who bought this will have a blast with this.

On Apr 1, 2021, rosariorose9 wrote:
Been playing with this for a few hours. Am I the only one who cannot get the hinge to properly 'pivot' one handed? Pushing with the thumb doesn't work unless I grip the two ends with my thumb and four finger respectably, and start the 'hinging' - otherwise, my thumb is just pushing against the hinge. Any tips would be appreciated.

On Apr 2, 2021, Marc Edgar wrote:
Also, I think Phill Smith's HUMINT is a perfect routine to use with Insider: https://miscellaneousmiracles.co.uk/collections/frontpage/products/humint.

On Apr 2, 2021, Nathan Alexander wrote:

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On Apr 2, 2021, Marc Edgar wrote:
Also, I think Phill Smith's HUMINT is a perfect routine to use with Insider: https://miscellaneousmiracles.co.uk/collections/frontpage/products/humint.

I love Phill's routine. And the coin is beautiful. Hmm... Running out of excuses to get this.

On Apr 3, 2021, westo wrote:
Well at least you lasted longer than me Neil!!

On Apr 3, 2021, johndamen wrote:
Quite interested in this, but can anyone explain why one would need refills of index cards, which are the most common item to find anywhere on Earth. Are the cards supplied made of special paper? And if so, why? Or if not then why wouldn't standard index cards be fine to make refills?