Pretend you've arrived at an out of town show...and your precious props aren't with you. No Multi-Di**nsional. No MOABT. No MindBus*er. Nada. I think most of us could manage as long as we could get to an office supply store. But with this DVD collection, you'll learn some of Richard Osterlind's solutions to all of the above without using anything high-tech. This is a DVD set with a pile of usable routines that have been tested in the real world by Osterlind.

You won't run across many mentalists who haven't been influenced by Osterlind in one way or another. His thinking, props and L&L DVDs have been teaching performers for 45 years. That's the inspiration behind his newest 2 DVD set: "The Sapphire Collection." There are 15 effects presented in the four hours...all original to Osterlind. Some use his specialized props. Many use props you already have -- or can acquire for a couple of dollars.

If you purchased Six Shooter, you're familiar with some of the material. Or if you're one of the many that picked up Numeric Vortex, Transparent Forces, a Dynamo Deck or a Whispering Die Box -- you're familiar with the basic workings of these props. What's new? On these DVDs you can see them presented to a live audience and then go backstage with Osterlind and Jim Sisti to learn the inner workings...and many of the nuances behind those presentations. "Nuance" is a very important component of presentation. If you're a visual learner like me, SEEING these props and routines is also seriously useful.

Each DVD concludes with a discussion on mentalism -- which is easily one of the highlights of this set. Osterlind's controversial and he's passionate...but there's no discounting who he is and what he's accomplished. I am always challenged by what he says.

So if you've ever wondered what Osterlind would do with an imp pad...or how he uses his own creations -- these DVDs are a wonderful resource. If you're interested in what gears turn in his mind when he's designing a routine this is the one. All of the effects are audience tested, well designed and many are very simple to execute.

It's obviously a matter of personal preference...but from where I'm sitting, there are three gems in this collection: the Vinyl Folder Q and A is brilliant way to do this mentalism classic with items purchased in a stationary store. I've been using Osterlind's ThoughtScan or Banachek's Psychic Folio -- but this concept could be done in a pinch and I am delighted with the simplicity of it. (And here I was thinking I was the only one who used doub*e sided t*pe to hold those bill*ts in place. )

I loved the pendulum routine (and not just because he was using one of Sheree's creations) because, as with many of Osterlind's creations, this was simple to execute -- and can draw off the charts reactions from audience members. Pendulums are a big part of what I perform and I see many ways that the material Osterlind presents (or material using m**ked tarot or playing cards) would play very well.

One of the highlights for me was also the Poor Man's Book Test...which will literally cost you about a penny to perform...and can be used with any book. I first read this in Six Shooter...but the clarification on this DVD made a good concept crystal clear.

I also like the way this DVD looks. I like the camera angles...the editing. It has a wonderfully creative hand-made feel to it. Does that make sense?

If you're an Osterlind fan..."The Sapphire Collection" is a must have.

I bought this direct from Richard. As a long time fan of Richard's I have to say I was disappointed in this release. Don't get me wrong, the effects taught are all very good, and the interviews and afterthoughts are interesting.

My beef is that nearly everything on these DVD's can be found in Richards earlier work. Yes it may be a different handling or updated, but the effects are same to the layman. This high priced DVD set is being billed as 15 Brand New effects. In reality, if you have his six shooter book, you already own about half the so called new releases on this DVD set. The effects listed below can be found in the Six shooter book that is also available on this site.
* Hands Off
* 3 ESP
* Wanted Dead Or Alive
* Poor Man's Book Test
* Almost Real Prediction
* Perfected Add A Number

There are others that were also listed as being new, that in fact can be found in Richard's earlier books or DVD's. Again, all top knotch effects, but NOTHING NEW here. Really disappointing, Richard is usually a class act, but this is a big let down, especially for the high price.

I also purchased this from Osterlind directly. I am a big fan of his,arterial and own most of his DVD's as well as Lectures from Penguin.

Overall I was underwhelmed with the material . Don't getme wrong there is a few gems on this collection. He does demo a few items that he sell'sbut to his credit he does show how to make them . The Vortex routine - which he sells is probably the most underwhelming of the routines on the disk.

The interviews at the end of the tape felt more like filler

The explanations were to fast and did not realy go that deep - especialy the items that he manufactures - he just shows the working and moves on.

Richard is a great mentalist & Teacher. If you are interested in Mentalism this is full of great stuff. New to Menatlism Perfect.

osterlind is back with a vengance to restablish himself as one of the great teachers in mentalism, this is no one trick dvd , for your investment your going to get 15 dffects explained and performed ,read the reviews, see the info of the effects if your like the description of each of them you knwo you going to love them after osterlind explains how each of them is done

It was with great expectations I looked forward to the launch of The Sapphire Collection.
Richard established his own standard with his first series, Mind Mysteries, and many have said that it would take a lot to beat this.

However, everything he has released since, has its own great and unique character.

So is it also with The Sapphire Collection
There is great material for both stage and close up, and everyone will find much they will use for their real audiences.

I was really interested in how he would perform effects like Hands Off, Perfected Add a Number and Almost Real Prediction described in Six Shooter - and I was not disappointed.

But there's more here!
Osterlind Read, Mind Reading with Cards and Vinyl Folder Q & A are effects I will tap into my heart!
Others will find their their favorites.

If you have not ordered it yet, do it now - you will not regret it!

The Sapphire Collection is highly recommended!

This dvd is pure gold. I've never found so many things I would use from just one product. Some people are complaining that a lot of the material has been covered by Osterlind before. I don't have a lot of his stuff, so for me everything here was mind-blowing. Hands-off might be the best thing i've seen in my life.

I own most of the DVDs Richard Osterlind has released. For that reason I did not buy The Sapphire Collection when it first came out. Wasn't sure I needed another Osterlind DVD.

Well, I'm very glad I bought the Sapphire Collection, as it provides a complete mentalism act with some truly wonderful effects, all on two beautifully shot DVDs with very high production values.

If you don't have any Richard Osterlind DVDs, The Sapphire Collection would be a great place to start. If you already own other Osterlind DVDs, The Sapphire Collection will be a very nice addition to your library.

With a 45 year track record, Richard remains one of the top corporate mentalists performing today. This DVD set is honestly a Master Class in modern mentalism taught by a living legend.

Highly recommended.

What can I say. Its Richard Osterlind. This is one of his best DVDs. You cant go wrong!

If you're into mentalism, this is a great DVD set. Although, some of the effects require props that Osterlind sells, you can judge for yourself if they are worth the purchase. I saw several I liked and I purchased them. Even when an effect requires a purchased prop, you still get to see how a master mentalist handles the prop and, if you are so inclined, you may be able to make the prop yourself. In addition, there are effects that require nothing more than a trip to Staples or using props and ESP cards you already have.

Richard Osterlind is one of the top mentalists of all time. His props are high quality and well worth the money. His DVD's are solid gold. His performance style is with the times and fits well with corporate, nightclub and stage events.

I own and use a lot of Osterlind's effects, and they just kill.

These DVD's are worth the money. You will likely find several professional effects to add to your repertoire.