The Perfect Pen
Trick and download by John Cornelius
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A legendary visual masterpiece reborn. Your new favorite everyday carry is here.
Most magicians have probably performed John Cornelius’ classic "Pen Through Anything" at some point. The ability to pierce a borrowed bill with a pen, and show it from all angles to "prove" its gone clean through before audibly ripping and restoring the bill, is truly one of the most perfect illusions in magic.
There was just one tiny issue that tended to irk some magicians. While the bill was examinable, you couldn't hand out the pen without conducting some sort of switch first.
That was, of course, until the "The Perfect Pen" was released...
- No switches
- No ditches
- Fully examinable before and after the trick
- Can be used to write with
"The Perfect Pen" launched this amazing effect into miracle territory. However, it was eventually discontinued and has been unavailable for years.
That's why we are thrilled to let you know that "The Perfect Pen" is back. Unlike the imitations and knockoffs that have surfaced in recent years, this premium pen is classy and elegant. It doesn't look anything like a magic prop and can even be used to write with.
With "The Perfect Pen" in your pocket, you'll be able to easily perform mind-blowing Pen Thru Bill effect, or even pen through coins, business cards, ties or whatever else you can think of, at any time.
We have a very limited supply of these and expect them to sell out quickly. If you’re interested in seeing how this classic of magic has been improved, we urge you to act fast.
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Customer reviews for The Perfect Pen
Derek
This is a great tool, looks beautiful, and works great. There is a downside in that, although the ad copy states the pen is fully examinable, it would be fairly obvious to someone examining it that there's something "suspect" about the pen-- as the tip part is a bit loose and wobbles slightly. Better than asking someone to examine, would be to follow up the bill illusion with another trick that requires the spectator to sign something. Just give them the pen and ask them to sign whatever it is -- that's an indirect way of allowing spectator to examine and they will be less likely to fiddle with it. But with the right handling this pen is great.
Larry
Let me preface this by saying how much I like Vanishing inc and everything by John Cornelius, including previous incarnations of pen through anything. However, there is a disappointing design flaw. The cap has no friction so it does not connect to the body of the pen. I’m told that’s in order to sell the illusion that you can slide it back-and-forth. However that’s such a small move I don’t believe it sells much. I believe the impact it has on pocket management outweighs that finesse point. Said another way if you clip it on a pocket the body of the pen will drop into your pocket while the top remains clipped and separated. If you do handed out for inspection, pieces will fly in opposite directions. I’m trying to gently bend the metal of to create that friction and I’m afraid to damage the product. I’ll keep trying and very small increments.
Tom
It is the perfect pen.I it is well built, the style is superb and it does exactly what it's supposed to doThe ending is 100% clean .My job did drop when I used it. It works so well you' won't believe your eyes Tom Williams
Walter
The concept is good, and the explanation video is very well presented. Unfortunately, the mechanism appears to be quite fragile, as mine arrived in a non-integral condition. I returned it, and while I would have preferred a refund, I got a replacement order instead. I hope it's not broken, too.
Tommy
This is a high quality prop that will preform as advertised. Has the look and feel of a quality pen rather than one of a 6 pack bundle from an office supply store. Spectators know you have a gimmick pen. With proper handling they will not be able to determine how the pen is constructed. A fun puzzler rather than the world’s greatest magic that can be part of your everyday carry. Highly recommend.
Edward
For the first time I had a snag with the USPS losing my package. Thanks to the integrity of Vanishing Inc. alone the situation was resolved. The USPS was basically useless.
The product itself is a work of art and after learning a few basics, any magician could incorporate their own spin. On day one I combine 2 versions into one plus my own twist.
The product itself is a work of art and after learning a few basics, any magician could incorporate their own spin. On day one I combine 2 versions into one plus my own twist.
Todd
I really wanted to love this pen, but it's just not quite there. Unfortunately, the cap does not stay on the back of the pen. So once you uncap it for the penetration you cannot turn the pen to display it because the cap will fall off. I have never had a regular pen where you couldn't put the cap on the back, so I assumed that the item I received was defective. Vanishing Inc kindly had a replacement sent out, and I was very surprised to see that this one also slid right off. I guess it's part of the design?
The penetration part of the pen works perfectly, but sadly it cannot be handed out for someone to scribble with, nor can you handle it like a real pen. Hopefully the next iteration will fix this and it will be a 5-star perfect product.
The penetration part of the pen works perfectly, but sadly it cannot be handed out for someone to scribble with, nor can you handle it like a real pen. Hopefully the next iteration will fix this and it will be a 5-star perfect product.
Kevin
Great additional tips to The Perfect Pen! :)
Randy
Really great teaching!!
Neal
Brilliant! Not the most high quality bit super strong nonetheless. Do not expect the same quality as the original though.
Jessie
This really is The Perfect Pen!
Some things to keep in mind!
The cap is met to be loose on the back, its not a baton. Watch instruction videos for why its loose.
The pen looks high end but bare, not typical of high end pens. Luckily, there are many methods that you can use to decorate or personalize the pen.
Some things to keep in mind!
The cap is met to be loose on the back, its not a baton. Watch instruction videos for why its loose.
The pen looks high end but bare, not typical of high end pens. Luckily, there are many methods that you can use to decorate or personalize the pen.
Jessie
This really is The Perfect Pen!
Some things to keep in mind!
The cap is met to be loose on the back, its not a baton. Watch instruction videos for why its loose.
The pen looks high end but bare, not typical of high end pens. Luckily, there are many methods that you can use to decorate or personalize the pen.
Some things to keep in mind!
The cap is met to be loose on the back, its not a baton. Watch instruction videos for why its loose.
The pen looks high end but bare, not typical of high end pens. Luckily, there are many methods that you can use to decorate or personalize the pen.
Jessie
I stand by my last review of this pen being good.... However:
Upon handling the pen for a few days the part inside of the cap that makes the gimmick work has caused the entire pen barrel to turn copper looking.... It literally looks like it was made of rose gold now..... It completely ruins the effect of the pen and kind of makes it impossible to use the way it was intended.
If you do buy this, I would buy one for handling and one for using with your spectators.
Upon handling the pen for a few days the part inside of the cap that makes the gimmick work has caused the entire pen barrel to turn copper looking.... It literally looks like it was made of rose gold now..... It completely ruins the effect of the pen and kind of makes it impossible to use the way it was intended.
If you do buy this, I would buy one for handling and one for using with your spectators.
Michael
Just in the way of maintenance, do you need to lubricate from time to time. And if so, which lubricant to use?
Jeff
Great variation on a classic.
I do wish that there were more detailed instructions, though.
I do wish that there were more detailed instructions, though.
Jeff
After 50years or so in magic, this is the first penetration trick I’ve done.
This is really remarkable!
So happy I found this.
Highly recommended!
Brilliant!
This is really remarkable!
So happy I found this.
Highly recommended!
Brilliant!
Jeff
Just excellent in every aspect.
Very pleased!
Very pleased!
Steve
This is a great addition to the pen through bill routine. Number one, looks nothing like the typical plastic pen you use for this routine, looks nicer. Second, you can hand it out and have them write something etc. and nothing is revealed. Third, it works flawlessly, and last there is nothing to ditch, it takes care of itself. This is a very nice devise and if you do the pen through bill just get this. You'll love how it works and how easy it is to use. If someone you do the bill penetration for "thinks" they know how the trick works....this devise will blow their mind and fool them.
Nicholas
It's the best version of pen thru bill I've ever seen. So much fun to play with.
Laura Bautista
I had never before had such a powerful and deceptive tool in my hands to perform the pen through the bill/paper routine.
It's not until you try it yourself that you realize that you won't be using any other gimmick for this routine. It really is the perfect pen!
It will need some kind of maintenance in case you use it quite A LOT, but I guess it's not something you won't find easyly on the drug store.
It's not until you try it yourself that you realize that you won't be using any other gimmick for this routine. It really is the perfect pen!
It will need some kind of maintenance in case you use it quite A LOT, but I guess it's not something you won't find easyly on the drug store.
Gosset
very good
Jason
The pen is a lot of fun and pretty deceiving. Have gotten great responses. I found that while practicing and using the pen that the cap and clip tend to come loose but that's really not a problem. I like that I can add some shards of bill as a convincer. The pen itself works fine.
Jonathan
This is just a brilliant visual piece. It’s so self-contained and the method is just as clever as what you can achieve with it. I was dubious hearing people criticising the looseness of the lid, but with a touch more practice, this allows for an extremely visual process of penetration. Very easy to pick up and perform, great to play with handlings to make it even stronger. It’s pretty examinable: I never like the idea of asking people to ‘examine’ something as you’re just inviting skepticism - but get them to use it, initial something, handle it - that’s the most powerful convincer.
