Radresa

I really love this routine everything disappear and re appear at his place in a few seconds . The materials we receive are good quality ! I was afraid to receive a watch who looks cheap but it is not ! It is quality and looks great . I am really happy with the props and surprise how good quality it is . Great job !!! And if you love this kind of effect , go for it . they explain 2 handling /way to do this beautiful effect .

 

Roger

Good parlor tricks are hard to find. After practice and your getting your timing down I believe this lets your audience know that you are a real magician. I also love the way Andi explains his routine which is classic.

 

Ken

This is brilliant I have been sitting on the fence for a while and so glad I hit the order button.
Did not take long to arrive.
Will soon be in my working set .

 

Josh

Such a great effect. Andi and Jack really simplified things and made this something I'm actually excited to perform. The gimmicks and handlings allow to focus on my performance and not fumble with everything as I did in other versions I've done. If you do this classic, you'll love these updates to a wonderful piece of magic.

 

Jim

Very detailed instructions on two methods. Thanks for the ease of learning this awesome effect, Andi!!!!

 

Todd

First of all, I have loved this plot since I saw the Tommy Wonder performance on the old Vision of Wonder videos. The issue of course what Tommy's version required a very complex and expensive hookup that has been made available in recent years for $1200.

With practice, this version will get you close to what Tommy did for 1/10th the price. And, I believe this version has a few advantages over Tommy's. First of all, in placing the watch and money into the envelope, you actually place them in the envelope. Secondly, you can perform this version with a shirt and an over-shirt. You don't absolutely have to have a jacket. This is harder than using a formal jacket, but I have tried it and it will work. Also, because of the way the setup works, you don't have to do this as an opener whereas with the TW version you pretty much had to do it as an opener.

The overall instruction is solid and tells you everything you need to know to do the trick and Andy specifically points out the area that he practiced hundreds if not a thousand time to get performance ready. I thought all of that was quite good.

My negatives about this are:
1) The video included did not include any live performance video. I had to go to a competitors site to see both Andy and Jack perform this.
2) There is no discussion about other methods, like the Tommy Wonder method for stealing back the ring. Tommy's method would absolutely work here and I don't know why that isn't covered. It isn't as if that method is somehow specific to Tommy. It is a method used in lots of tricks.
3) There was no discussion about potentially using different kinds of envelopes and why you might want to try something different. I tried something more like what TW used and it has some very specific advantages that make the dropping of the watch and money look more compelling.

Overall, I still give it 5 stars because for $99 (and in my case it was on sale for $59) this is is a real miracle and if you do use it as an opener, it announces to the audience in about 90 seconds that you aren't uncle Bob doing some magic tricks. It really sets a tone and the props are well made and should last a long time.

 

Marc

 

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Bob

Quality gimmicks and really clear explanation

 

James

This is absolutely incredible. I remember seeing Andi perform this at a lecture, and I was kicking myself for not picking it up then. Though getting this during the Black Friday sale is amazing. This is easily worth triple what I paid for it. I can't wait to start performing this.

 

Marc

Heist is a fantastic routine that I will use in my stand up magic show repertoire.
Magician entertainer Mister "M"

 

Manuel

 

Aurelio

Excellent. Professional routine very well conceived and explained.

 

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Tim

Great trick. I actually now enjoy tricks where I have to put a bit of work in to perfect it. I used to dread it and often sold things because I didn't want to put the work in! But now I actually enjoy it. My one tip is when you are fairly good at a trick film yourself, a phone will do. It enables you to see how it looks from the spectators point of view...invaluable! I'll be starting on this one first thing tomorrow. Very clever little touches to an already great effect. Well done everyone involved. I am pleased I ordered this and am sure it will get a lot of use.

 

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Danny

This is my holy grail effect, my #1 and most fav premise of all time. I really love the teaching that ANDY does and the props with updated method/Gimmick are fantastic. This is a classic and will go down as one of magics greatest effects, it's just fun!

 

William

Tutorial is very good. The instructions as to performing this effect are clear and defined. The effect itself is entertaining and can keep the audience interested, if performed calmly and not rushed. The props and gimmick are very good quality. "Heist" is an excellent purchase and should provide the performer with many great moments of entertaining an audience. Highly recommended.

 

Michael

The instructional video and the two handlings were very good. Thank you for sharing both handlings.

 

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Official review from Genii Magazine

From the February 2016 Genii magazine. Reviewed by David Oliver

IN A WORD: Opener. Establishing yourself to an audience at the top of your show can be a daunting task. Jack Wise has met that challenge with his own take on a classic routine.

Three vanishes, three appearances, a fun and humorous story all within 90 seconds. That’s a pretty strong way to open your show and establish yourself as a skillful entertainer to your audience.
Copyright 2016 by The Genii Corporation.

 

Daniel

This is the rare unicorn of an effect that not only meets, but exceeds expectations! It is packaged beautifully, presented simply, and very well thought through. You'll want to take this out for a spin immediately, but you should fight that urge - spend the extra time it will take to write something that makes sense for who you present yourself as when you perform. The sequence of events present in this effect can shatter spectator realities - they will leave your shows thinking you are Keyser Söze. Very happy, would highly recommend!

 

Official review from MAGIC Magazine

From the July 2015 MAGIC Magazine. Reviewed by Peter Pitchford

The incomparable Tommy Wonder took Oswald Williams’ plot of being mugged and the stolen items magically reappearing and completely reworked it into something very special. I and many others have longed to perform Tommy Wonder’s The Ring, the Watch, and the Wallet but have been hindered by the expense of purchasing it or by the lack of technical knowledge and tools to create it. Jack Wise is offering a streamlined and inexpensive alternative to Wonder’s version.

 

Jim

Heist is great! The packaging that it comes in is amazing and the effect is very practical and easy!

 

Hank

Heist is great! It's so wroth the price. Just the packaging and the whole display that you get is way above normal standard. The effect is very well thought out and very practical! I'm really happy with it!

 

Gwilym

I received Heist today and I only have one word to describe. Amazing. It comes with everything you need to perform in a beautiful box. The DVD is very detailed and very informative. I can't wait to add it to my stand up show.

 

Todd

Updating my previous review which was 5 stars down to 4 because the watch band broke during rehearsal (fortunately) and I had to get two new bands. While not a big deal since I had the implement to remove the pins holding the band in, it was a big inconvenience to have to run out and find a band with a magnetic clasp. it does speak to the quality of the product which I had previously had stated was great, and now, less than a year later, the band is broken and that really should not have happened.

 

Johannes

Perfect! It answered all my questions. Thanks

Community questions about Heist

Have a question about this product? It's possible others do too. Ask here and other Vanishing Inc. Magic customers will be able to respond with assistance! Alternatively, email us and we can help too.

• Chris asks: Anyone know where I can find a replacement pull? Velvet covered mag?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: Feel free to email us and we can help.

• Danny asks: I have this and found the pull to be terrible, what is everyone doing with the pull, the elastic is not strong enough and does not snap back like it should, any replacement ideas?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: The pull should not snap back, else it would create movement in the back of the jacket. It should help move the objects, but it should not harshly pull back. Feel free to email us for further questions.

• Keith asks: Can this be done close up without fear of detection? Are the moves well hidden from the audience and fairly easy to pull off?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: I think this is more of a parlour trick, your audience needs to be opposite you ideally, and not to the side of you. It might work around tables but I wouldn't recommend it for mix and mingle.

• Ray asks: What is the best type of ring is required as it does not come with the trick?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: Any ring that comfortably slips on and off your finger will work.

• Dave asks: Would I be correct in assuming this has clothing requirements? Jacket required?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: Yes, a jacket is required.

• Gary asks: Is a jacket required? If so, is there a workaround if you perform with no jacket?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: Yes, a jacket is required for this routine.

• Daniel asks: Is there a reason the watch placed in the envelope has a metal strap but the one on the wrist has a leather one? Was a glaring error to me as many clients I perform for are watch enthusiasts and would spot this. Could you use your own watches or is this part of the gimmick?

  • 1. Philip answers: Watch the video again...the watch is a metal strap in both cases.

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• Gary asks: Is a PK ring required for this effect? If so, is it included?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: No. You provide your own ring

• Rick asks: I bought Heist just a couple of months ago. Are the props different/updated/improved in this re-release? Also, is there away previous purchasers can receive the updated instructions? Thanks! - Rick

  • 1. SGKYDUYEN answers: Please email magic@vanishingincmagic for this kind of question

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• Robert asks: Are you able to perform this just as Tommy Wonder did. Are the props the same as Tommy’s. Thanks!

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: The props are different than Tommy's version but you will be able to perform a similar routine.

• Chris asks: Do the watches that are supplied function as a watch?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: They do not function as normal watches.

• Johannes asks: What is the small extra piece of wristband for? I can‘t find an explenation on the dvd

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: please contact our Support Wizards who will be more than happy to help. wizards@vanishingincmagic.com

• Axel asks: Why is the watch not working? Do I need t replace a Battery?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: The watch doesn't need to work. The audience never sees the face.

• Keith asks: Will this take very long to master? Could you be ready after an afternoon of practice?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: While it's not hard, there is timing and rhythm you'd need to practice for the routine. You should be able to pick it up quickly though!

• Rod asks: Do you think this would work for a street show ? I am not totally surrounded due to my set up and table but the audience is fairly close !

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: Your angles are pretty good with this effect but there is a change that someone on your sides can see a quick moment of the routine. If you keep the handling tight to your body, you can do it.

• Fabian asks: After the effect, do you need to be careful not to show your sleeves/wrist too much to keep things hidden or are you free to move around? Could you take the items off again and ditch for good this time for whatever reason? Does the jacket need to be modified for this one?

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: Hey, If you email us at Wizards@vanishingincmagic.com we can discuss this in more detail with you

• Harlan asks: I bought Heist and am confused as to why I only see Andy's routine even though he continually says how great Jack Wise's performance is and I should watch it. Well. Where do I find the video of him? Quite confusing.

  • 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds: Please email us at wizards@vanishingincmagic.com and we can look into this for you