(Apparatus) Wrist Chopper. Owen Magic, ca. 1963.

A blade with two holes is removed from a finely finished wood stock. Spectator inserts both wrists into the stocks and the blade is dropped. When the stocks are opened, the spectator’s wrists are se

A fine version of this classic chopper / penetration effect and operates perfectly. Two spectators insert their wrists into a beautiful hardwood stock arrangement. Solid metal blade is thrust into the

Circa 1940. Finely made wood and metal chopper (21” h. x 16” w.) will cut vegetables but not the volunteer’s wrist. Condition: Very good. With initials “ENJ”(?) on base. Functional, but SOLD

Ca. 2000 Described from the original instructions: "No other item comprising the series of ten will be either as expensive or as rare as this piece of apparatus." It is "...built of the finest of mate

A spectacularly baffling piece of apparatus invented by Len Sewell and made by Eric Lewis when he was working with John Gaughan ca. 1970’s. The cabinet can be shown completely empty through the fron

Wrist Guillotine. California: Wallace Magic Co., ca. 1950. Metal guillotine for the chopper effect in which a spectator's wrist is unharmed, yet other objects placed in the guillotine are severed in h

Blue Phantom. Asuza: Owen Magic, ca. 1980s. A blue checker stacked among gold-colored checkers mysteriously travels to a different position when covered by the genie tube. 17 ½” tall. Very good.

Die and Silk Casket. Alhambra: Owen Magic, ca. 1960. A metal large die and a silk handkerchief transpose magically between a borrowed hat and a glass cabinet trimmed with wood. 3” metal die with

Coin of the Realm. Alhambra: Owen Magic, ca. 1960s. A coin penetrates a glass plate even after it has been shown to the spectator and replaced in the closed walnut box. 4 _ x 3 _ x 1 ". Good.

Tip-Over Chest. Alhambra: Owen Magic, ca. 1960. Wooden chest lacquered to represent a brass-bound treasure chest. Shown empty by tipping it forward, then a massive production is made from within. 11 x

Chameleon Box (Red and White Trick). Los Angeles, Owen Magic, ca. 1960. A wooden box changes color from white to red and back again when a handkerchief of a corresponding color is placed inside. An in

Coin of the Realm. Alhambra: Owen Magic, ca. 1960s. A coin penetrates a glass plate even after it has been shown to the spectator and replaced in the closed walnut box. 4 1/2 x 3 x 1". Scratches and l

X-Ray Vision Chest. Alhambra, Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1960. The mindreader discerns the contents of the chest even though it is closed and bound with string. 8 x 5 x 5 ½”. With instructions. Very g

Dr. Q Slates. Azusa: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1990. Though examined by the audience, these slates will produce “ghostly” messages on their surfaces. 10 x 8”. Hallmarked. Very good.

Lock Flap Card Box. Alhambra, Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1960. Finely crafted walnut box exchanges, vanishes, or produces playing cards when opened and closed. Locking gimmick. With instructions. Fine.

Silk Cabby. Asuza: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1996. Hardwood cabinet changes, vanishes, or produces silk handkerchiefs placed inside. Handsome walnut construction. Hallmarked twice. 8 x 4 x 5". One tiny

Card in Balloon. Asuza: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1995. A selected card appears in the center of a balloon resting on top of a hardwood stand when the balloon pops. With original instructions.

This is a remarkable Morrison Cannon Ball vase that was hand turned and signed by Les Smith at Owen Magic Supreme ca. 1987. The story goes that Bill was visiting with Les and Gertrude one afternoon an

Card Trimmer and Corner Rounder. Asuza: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1999. Magnificent machined brass devices used to alter playing cards. Adjustable settings make possible the creation of short, narrow, a

Burning Alive – Cremation Illusion. Azusa: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1980. An assistant laying on a tray is slid into a casket. The lid is removed and the casket is set ablaze. When the doors of the c

Hindu Cups & Balls. Alhambra: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1993. Set of three turned hardwood cups in the Indian style crafted by Les Smith of Owen Magic Supreme. 3Ó diameter, 2 7/8Ó high. One bead near

Made by Carl Owen at Owen Magic Supreme ca. 1950’s, This cabinet can be held in one hand while the other does the manipulation. The cabinet has doors in front, rear, and top which may all be opened

Spirit Bell. Azusa: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1990. A bell on a wooden platform, covered by a glass dome rings – once for yes, twice for no – as if activated by an unseen spirit hand. Ringing device

Jumbo Lock Flap Card Box. Alhambra: Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1970. Finely crafted walnut box exchanges, vanishes, or produces jumbo playing cards when opened and closed. Locking gimmick. Fine.