Bean Box (Purple Heart) by Louis Gaynor

Louie Gaynor spent most of his life honing his skills as a craftsman with an affinity for “wood.” Over the years he developed a respectable reputation as a specialist for high-end customers interested in special project in their homes. Years of working in this hard labor environment forced Louie to find a way to continue his love for fabrication without the physical demands of “on site” work. Enter his boss Craig Cole (a professional magician) who had the answer. Craig introduced Louie to Joe Stevens and all the ingredients came together to start this new venture.

Commissioned by Stevens Magic, as well as coming up with a few of his own designs Louie’s pieces are in high-demand. Upon viewing his version of Joe Berg Wonder Nest of Boxes, Rich Bloch said, “far and away superior to the original” and Rich was very impressed. Using various combinations of hard woods (exotic and non-exotic), Louie has created quite an impressive line of products that continues to grow. Because of Louie’s meticulous attention to details and uncompromising quality – he has earned a spot here. You can purchase Louie’s beautiful magic exclusively from Joe + Mark Stevens at Stevens Magic.

If you’ve ever wanted to do a Nest of Boxes close-up, this is for you!

Effect: The performer borrows a coin or ring. It vanishes into thin air. He now draws attention to a small latched wooden box. He picks it up and brings it to the table. He opens the front and slides another latched box out. This box is opened to show that it is full of beans.

A piece of elastic is seen among the beans. The spectator pulls the elastic out and it is found to surround yet another small wooden box. The elastic is removed and the box opened to reveal the borrowed coin or ring inside! Wonderful for parlor or stage, even close-up. Strong, visual audience participation. They love it when you use a borrowed item to perform your magic!

Outer box measures 7-inches wide x 5.75-inches deep x 5.5-inches high. Beautifully handmade by our master craftsman, Louis Gaynor. For this recent limited edition batch he has chosen Purple Heart hardwood with brass hardware for this modern remake of a classic effect. Complete with boxes, beans and an Eisenhower Silver Dollar. Use your favorite method to vanish the borrowed coin or ring.

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