Arkane A-Go-Go
This utility prop is a design variant of Stewart James’s “Go Go Vanisher” a gimmicked handkerchief that can be used to make a small object appear, disappear or even transform into a different object.
Description
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1In7IbWQblc&feature=youtu.be
This utility device is a design variant based on the “Go Go Vanisher” from Stewart James’s book The First Fifty Years (1989) – though it was first marketed by Harold Sterling already in 1947. As described therein, the vanisher was used as a table cover upon which an object was placed. This item would then vanish at the magician’s command.
This gimmick is a handkerchief that can be used to make a small object appear, disappear or even switch it for another.
The original design could easily be constructed by anyone possessing a bit of patience, however, it had some drawbacks – gravity could make a “vanished” object reveal itself by creating bulges in the handkerchief, where no bulges should be. The Arkane A-Go-Go solves this by building on, and refining, a design variant by Tom Stone.
These 42 × 52 cm handkerchiefs are made using quality cotton and are carefully hand stitched over several hours to make a durable product that will last.
3 reviews for Arkane A-Go-Go
Additional information
| Dimensions | 42 × 5 × 5 cm |
|---|---|
| Colour | Christmas Blue, Christmas Cream, Cream with Orange and Green flowers, Floral Pink and Green, Multi Coloured flower on Navy, Multi Owl, Pale Blue and White, Pale blue and white flowers (Large design), Pale blue and white flowers (small design), Pale Blue Umbrella's, Purple with White Flowers, Red and gold, Red and White Stripes, White Spots on Navy (Large), White spots on navy (Small) |
phillip –
So I have had this hanky over a month now and I cant say enough about this product it is incredible well made and downright misleading(in a good way) and sneaky . The prop itself is hand stitched and really well made in a variety of colours and It has Nikola’s own take on the product . It comes with written instructions and A tutorial video was sent It is extremely easy to use and can be used in a variety of effects from disappearances to reappearances to switches . I contacted Nikola about this device before they were available in her shop as I had read her chaos within lecture notes and wanted this prop . But could not find it anywhere she bent over backwards for me and had it in the post the same day and arrived extremely well packaged . I highly recommend this prop and the customer service is the best I have ever seen. Wish I could give it ten stars !!
Nikola Arkane –
Awe wow this has made my day. I really try to make sure everything I create works as it should and is good enough quality to be purchased and enjoyed by magicians – whom I consider friends and family! Thank you so so much for taking the time to tell me this. I have come up with. few ideas on other uses for it, and I’m hoping to video this when I have some free time. When I get this done I shall send you it to give you some more ideas. Thank you so much Phillip! I really appreciate the feedback. I hope you are keeping well my friend!
Ottar Kraemer –
This went into my kids show the moment I played around with it. It is THE perfect transition between routines and works super well – and its extreme versatility makes it easy for when you have to transition between routines that typically do not follow one another.
I could also see this product being used to commercial product spotlights in your magic show – let an old, obsolete product transform into whatever product your employer is offering!
David N. –
Echoing the earlier reviews by Phillip and Otto , I am very impressed with the high level of craft that went into making this excellent utility prop. I have used a Go-Go-Vanisher (original Stewart James model) for years , and had read about improvements to the Stewart James idea by Tom Stone and Nikola Arkane. I am thrilled to now have this improved Go-Go Vanisher made by Nikola Arkane. Nikola is not currently making these , but she went out of her way to locate one for me that she had in storage and I am delighted to have it. If you are fortunate to find anyone offering their “Arkane A-Go-Go” for sale (although I can’t imagine wanting to part with mine!) or if Nikola offers these again at some point in the future , grab it ! I would have been glad to receive the prop wrapped in a piece of plain paper , but I’ll just mention that the packaging of this item by Nikola is outstanding. It is an example of the classy presentation and craftsmanship of her props. Her written instructions and video tutorial are also very well done. Thank you , Nikola !