
Magic Video - Cigarette Through Quarter by David Acer (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Experience the Unbelievable: Cigarette Through Quarter
Prepare to captivate your audience with one of close-up magic's most iconic and memorable effects: the Cigarette Through Quarter. This digital download features the acclaimed Paul Bélanger version, widely considered by many as the finest interpretation of this stunning illusion. Guided by the masterful David Acer, a true expert in magical instruction, you'll learn to perform an impossible penetration where a borrowed cigarette (or even a rolled bill) passes cleanly through the very center of a solid, borrowed quarter. This creates a truly breathtaking moment of visual magic that leaves spectators questioning reality.
Master Every Nuance with David Acer's Expert Instruction
This comprehensive instructional video equips you with all the knowledge and subtleties needed to execute this effect flawlessly. David Acer meticulously breaks down each critical phase, ensuring you understand not just the 'how,' but also the deeper 'why' behind every move and presentation choice. You'll gain invaluable insights as you delve into the secrets behind:
- 'The Switch': The foundational sleight that ingeniously sets up the magic.
- 'The Penetration': Expert guidance on making the cigarette or bill appear to melt seamlessly through the coin.
- 'The Camirand/Ouellet Grip': An essential, natural grip ensuring ultimate control and a convincing performance.
- 'The Suspension': Crafting moments of pure astonishment as the items interact impossibly.
- 'The Fall-Away Restoration': An elegant and quick method for instantly restoring the quarter to its original state.
- 'Breaking the Habit': Richard Sanders' clever alternative restoration, offering valuable versatility for different performing situations.
Beyond these core techniques, David Acer also shares an alternative presentation strategy and includes valuable bonus clips, providing extra insights and ways to personalize your performance. This isn't just a simple trick tutorial; it's a full course on mastering a modern classic, taught by an engaging and experienced professional.
Why David Acer's Approach is Unrivaled
David Acer is renowned for his clear, concise, and engaging teaching style, coupled with his profound understanding of magical performance and audience psychology. With this digital download, you gain instant access to his expert performances and incredibly detailed, step-by-step explanations, ensuring you learn every nuance correctly and confidently. The inherent versatility of being able to use either a cigarette or a rolled bill adds significant value, making this effect adaptable for a wider range of audiences and performing environments, from casual close-up to more formal settings. Imagine the impact of borrowing a quarter and a bill from a spectator, performing the impossible right before their eyes, and then handing both items back completely unharmed and fully examinable. This is the profound, impactful magic you'll unlock with David Acer's 'Cigarette Through Quarter' digital download.
Important Note Regarding Your Purchase
Please be aware that this purchase is for the comprehensive instructional video download ONLY. The specialized gimmick coin, which is absolutely essential for performing this particular effect, is NOT included. You will receive a high-quality digital download containing all the detailed performances and expert explanations required to master this incredible illusion. To fully practice and perform this captivating effect, you will need to acquire the necessary gimmick coin separately.
Original Specs
Cigarette Through Quarter by David Acer
Gimmick coin not included, only instructions video download
Considered by many to be THE finest version of one of close-up magic's most memorable effects, The Paul Bélanger Cigarette Through Quarter (which can also be performed with a rolled bill) is finally available with a companion DVD featuring performances and explanations by David Acer!
Imagine this:
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A borrowed cigarette or rolled bill penetrates a borrowed quarter in a stunningly visual, utterly impossible manner!
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Both the quarter and cigarette (or rolled bill) can be shown on all sides during the penetration!
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When the quarter slides off the end of the cigarette or rolled bill, it drops into a spectator's cupped hands FULLY RESTORED, and can be examined immediately!
you receive a DVD that includes:
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The Switch
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The Penetration
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The Camirand/Ouellet Grip
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The Suspension
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The Fall-Away Restoration
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Breaking the Habit: Another Restoration (Richard Sanders)
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Plus an alternative presentation by David Acer and bonus clips!









