The Stealth Case

Anthony

Hi All... I noticed there were no reviews on The Stealth Case as yet, so I thought I would offer my own review on this awesome utility device!

Review:
As we magicians know, sometimes quotes from well-known magicians in the product description, and the overall hype built up surrounding a product or effect, can sometimes be a little counter productive for the 'everyday' magic consumer, with the performer realizing once the effect is received, it does not relate well to the everyday working requirements a lot of us have, in reference to angle restrictions, quick reset needs, what is involved to reset (in the open or privately), ease of use, and finally, whether it would truly suit an individual performer's repertoire, character, and style. This has, on the odd occasion, been my previous experience anyway.

Rest assured...!!! The Stealth Case is absolutely wicked in its creation, and completely compatible for the everyday worker's repertoire, demands, and varied performance environments.

Also, in this specific case... (The Stealth Case, in fact!) the hype and testimonies are actually accurate and meaningful, for they are merely a testament to the creative ingenuity and devilishly clever principles The Stealth Case incorporates, which are hidden in plain sight to all, but allow the performer to create miracles!

The Stealth Case is a powerful "peek" utility device. It allows you to reset instantly, or in just a couple of seconds (depending on your set-up), with reset able to be done either in front of your spectators, or casually as you walk between tables. You wouldn't even call it a "true reset", since this clever case handles a majority of the work for you seamlessly. All you have to do after each performance is "tidy up", ready for its next use!

Steve Cook, who has created so many masterful effects (many of which I own), has once again excelled himself, to create a sleek and professionally designed card case (which will fly under the radar of any audience member without question), whilst incorporating some of the most ingenious methodology to obtain one of easiest, stress-free peeks you could possibly dream of, whilst your audience are completely oblivious to the devilishly clever principles at play!

Variations and subtleties of how to use The Stealth Case can be chosen to match the exact environment you are working in, concerning things such as any possible angle restrictions (though the regular use "peek" angles are amazing, since so much work has gone into The Stealth Case's design), whether you are performing seated or standing, and of course the level of spectator involvement in handling the business cards and the case, with the spectator being able to place the business card they have drawn or written on (face down) back into the stack of business cards, square them all up, and then place the squared up pack of business cards back into the case and close the lid. Depending upon your routining and how you choose to work the effect, it can seriously be this level of "hands off" performance during this process.

I was fortunate enough to be aware of the online "Live Product Launch" and was one of the first few to buy this product. The Stealth Case is definitely, without question, now my "go to" utility device for any "peek" requirements. Performing it feels so fair within the blocking of movements and routining, that I now don't even place any subconscious "heat" on myself whilst exploiting the "peek" (if that makes sense!).

You also have the added bonus of providing your audience with an extremely interesting patter regarding the business cards supplied with The Stealth Case. The business cards are of Dr. J.B. Rhine, and you can explain the story of his initial research into Parapsychology, and using "test conditions", which you then proceed to emulate. Or, you have the option of using your own business cards with The Stealth Case, to create any routine you so desire.

One final point at add within this review:

I've read a lot of debate and queries on the Magic Cafe forum thread, specifically regarding "That Old Chestnut..." concerning "Do you have to open the case again to obtain your peek?"

To answer this honestly, as a performer who uses The Stealth Case, and who has watched all the accompanying tutorial videos supplied.... You have the option to do either!

There are 2 extra videos already available online, with the download code you receive upon purchase. The first video offers a few varied routines, nuances, handlings, and goes over the differences with supplied cards and your business cards for routines.

The second video is Dave Loosley's explanation and handling of how he obtains a clean and easy "peek" (using the 'creative ingenuity' of The Stealth Case), without having to open the case again once the cards are placed inside. This subtlety, when practiced, is so clean, there would be no "heat" on that given moment, as the misdirection is perfect. In fact, in watching Dave perform his version, prior to him explaining the process, his "peek" flew straight past me, undetected... twice!

Along with The Stealth Case, props and DVD supplied, you will receive a registration code, allowing you to access any new handlings or routines Alakazam Magic place online.

Just as importantly though, you will then be able to join a "Private - Closed Group" FaceBook forum page, dedicated solely to The Stealth Case, with ideas and videos on further variations of handling, alternate ways to "peek", and an array of routines and further ideas, from magicians sharing ideas and knowledge, from around the world. This is certainly a worthwhile aspect to get involved in.

Overall, The Stealth Case is quite simply an amazing piece of equipment, and an exceptional utility device well worth owning. Personally, I believe any performer using The Stealth Case will be smiling constantly 'on the inside' every time they use it, due to just how ingenious it is... I know I do!