Magic Tricks

Mr. Magic had produced a cheap reel advertised to be able to perform the Serpentine Silk effect. This reel is small and can easily be concealed in the hand. The clips on the reel are easily bendable; however, the flesh-colored paint on them did chip off (this is not a real issue for me). The reel can't be used close up as it does make some noise, but on stage if, light music is playing or regular audience chatter is going on, it shouldn't be an issue. If you are planning on doing the Serpentine Silk effect, I would recommend doing it with a 24'' silk. In Jeff McBride's At the Table Lecture, he goes over this effect and it is an additional resource you should check out. If you are planning on using this reel for a silk through the microphone effect I suggest using an 18'' or 12'' silk. Overall, this reel is good for its retail price range. Aside from the paint and noise, it would be a nice reel to use and explore with. So buy one, or not, the choice is yours.