Magic Tricks

I can't believe I just found out about this close up bag after years of browsing Penguin!

It's compact and easy on the eye. Unlike many close up bulky and thick metal cases that scream "Look at me, I'm a magician!", this is an unassuming and light carrier bag that won't look out of place anywhere.

Of course, inside it is where the magic takes place and I was pleased to find the different modular partitions to suit any specific props and materials you'd need on that particular event/day.

Reason for the 4 stars is due to the lack of a compartment for packet tricks (of which I carry about 3 at a time). Sure, you can stand the cards up vertically directly between 2 partitions, but they stick out and are slightly taller than the top edges of the partitions. I nearly bent one set of cards using this when I wasn't paying attention closing the lid.

Of course, you can always lay them down flat and put something like a deck of cards or a wallet on top, but I prefer the former method for quick and easy retrieval.

Bottom line is, given the size and dimensions of this, don't expect to store a zipper change bag, magic wand or normal sized book test and still expect to have space for cards and coins. However, if you don't carry any of the above, then I'd say this bag is highly recommended, especially for the casual performer.