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Head Case Inner circle 1138 Posts 
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I just stumbled across this... Seems pretty neat. Curious who has used it and if it is worth the money?
I get the basic principle. So I'm curious, How long does the sharpie last? (As in, before you can no longer use it), Do you just buy (make?) refills for it? If you can purchase it, and maintain it, and use it for years. This might be an item for me. Just seems like there might be a little more too it that would make it a little less practical than its leading on. Im curious if that's the case or not. If you own it and wouldn't mind giving your input, I would appreciate it. Feel free to PM me to go into it in further detail than we could on here. |
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Head Case Inner circle 1138 Posts
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I know there is also the SansMinds sharpie, where you can make X's or a heart or symbol jump around between a spectator and you, or objects...
Id like to know what the difference is between this one and that one? Are there any other "jumping ink X" routines out that that may be more practical for real world conditions? I have never messed with anything like this before so if someone that knows a lot about these type of effects can give me the rundown, that would be a huge help. This idea of drawing an X and having it jump off and on skin really peaks my interest. |
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Taterini Special user 604 Posts
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I sent you a PM regarding this.
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crg123 New user 4 Posts
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Hi, Can you pls. PM me too the same info. Please, I have the same questions. Thanks.
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Taterini Special user 604 Posts
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Crg123, PM sent regarding this thread.
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funboy247 New user 64 Posts
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I'm also very interested in the difference between Double Cross and the Sand Minds Sharpie. Seems to be the same
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RedHatMagic Loyal user UK 239 Posts
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There is a thread on this I believe under latest and greatest
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Jamie D. Grant V.I.P. as seen in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Twice! 2413 Posts
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I just picked this up and am loving it! I haven't used it at a gig yet, though, and am wondering how people will feel having the X on their hand at a high-class party. I haven't decided yet.
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eddie2m New user 99 Posts
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At first they might not want the x on their hands but after you do the trick they don't mind it's on them. I say I'm going to draw an x on my hand don't worry. Then people come up to me saying put the x on me now it's funny.
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tommyellison Regular user 159 Posts
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I'm envisioning using this with a Turbo-stick and having the last X vanish and appear on the spectator's hand. Still working on the process and the patter.
Any one want to jam on this idea? Maybe in the Banquet Hall? Tommy |
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Head Case Inner circle 1138 Posts
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To sort of bring this back up... Someone mentioned a while ago that you can order these from a certain site for like 35 bux. Anyone know who has a good price on this? Seems like penguin is selling it for 60. That's a little steep for me, for this.
Let me know here on in a pm, please. I'd like to order one this weekend. |
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Kaliix Inner circle Connecticut 1999 Posts
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If you can get it new for that price then you should definitely jump on that deal. I don't see it anywhere online for that amount. You may want to try a WTB post in the Let's make a deal section. I bought mine from there for $35 price you are looking for.
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The greatest obstacle to discovery is not ignorance; it is the illusion of knowledge.
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Kaliix Inner circle Connecticut 1999 Posts
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Here you go, $35 for the trick if the deal is legit...
http://madhattermagicshop.com/magicshop/......id=13756
The greatest obstacle to discovery is not ignorance; it is the illusion of knowledge.
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Uncle Joe Regular user Japan 194 Posts
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On Nov 24, 2015, tommyellison wrote: Good idea. I'm thinking about combining this with an ESP effect. Perhaps a way to present a revelation of the + card. |
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magicmarc New user NYC 30 Posts
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Hello all magicians!
ive got a question, maybe y'all can assist. hi, I use double cross, alot... and I'm having a heck of a time replacing the invisible ink cartridge... as I followed the instructions, bought a few refills from magicsmith, but still having issues with the 'dried out tip, not getting the (refill cartridge) ink. when replacing, I used the end with the hole in it...for the marker tip to be inserted... as well I can squeeze it a bit, and see that some ink..it comes out of cartridge, but when I stick the marker tip in, it doesn't get the ink to the point... ideas? was wondering if y'all had any good ideas/methods for this process... also if theres any way to obtain 'cheaper' refill ink cartridges? (is there anything special about these invisible ink (dry erase) maker cartridges... Thanks mm |
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Nash Inner circle Hong Kong ~ USA 1102 Posts
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Love it and I hate it.
Love it because it is the strongest and most memorable piece of magic you can EVER do in the HISTORY of walk around magic Hate it because it unfairly evens out the playing field for close up magicians in the eyes of our clients
I teach leaders the magic of curiosity and empathetic communication. keynote Speaker | Seattle magician
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Red Shadow  Inner circle 1788 Posts
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Nice effect, but not as earth shattering as I wanted. I could never do it as I do lots of corporate gigs where the guests did not want marking with permanent ink. If the ink rubbed off onto their shirt or jacket, that was my wages gone replacing it.
Also, I'm not a touchy-feely person and it felt un-hygenic touching them. You never know where there hands have been and if they ever wash them. I also did the math in my head in regards to how much ink was used during each performance, versus the price of replacing. It was going to cost me far too much to perform this trick over and over again before one of the cartridges ran out. But worst of all was the stamp end. It was always getting dirty and staining my pockets. Yes, I know about carrying an extra sharpie lid on the end to keep it covered. But my thumb holding the little bit would always get scruffy and leave me a mess for the next table. |
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peppermeat2000 Elite user 428 Posts
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I agree with ku7uk3...I was really excited to get this. Upon receiving it and giving it a few test runs, I am now offering it for sale.
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How Regular user NJ 102 Posts
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Great effect, always nervous it won’t stick to finger tip.
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How Regular user NJ 102 Posts
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Posted: Sep 3, 2015 08:36 pm 