Timeless Deluxe
Timeless Deluxe
New Gender Neutral Versions Available!
"Timeless" is one of Vanishing Inc.'s earliest hit tricks, and not a week goes by that someone, somewhere, doesn't ask us to re-release it. And for good reason: "Timeless" combined one of the strongest, simplest mentalism effects with something completely new and unexpected. "Timeless" was, quite simply, unforgettable. We're delighted to present "Timeless Deluxe," which is the new and much-improved "Timeless" package mentalists have been dreaming of for almost a decade.
"Timeless Deluxe", features a slick, elegant new watch and band design in three gender neutral styles to suit any performer!
The classic Midnight Black Version (black band with a white watchface) is now accompanied by a vibrant and fun Patriot Version (with red, white and blue stripes). Additionally, as Vanishing Inc. continues to find ways to serve the needs of ALL magicians, we're proud to introduce a brand-new Midnight Black (Thin Band) Version that features a slim, chic band and sleeker watch face for those with smaller wrists.
Effect: The performer speaks about implanting memories, or causing someone to see something that isn't actually there. To demonstrate, the performer removes their watch and asks a participant to twist the knob to move the hands around randomly. The performer's head is turned away the entire time. When the participant is happy, she looks at the watch and remembers the random time she stopped at. Then she holds the performer's watch between her palms. Even from a great distance across the stage, the performer divines the exact time the participant chose. But here's where it gets next-level impossible. To emphasize the idea that the participant didn't actually see anything, the performer asks her to look again at the watch she holds. The hands on the watch are gone.
The reason that "Timeless Deluxe" is fooling everyone though is because, immediately afterward, the watch is completely examinable. In fact, a watch with no hands is a such an odd, striking prop that we ENCOURAGE you to pass it around when you're done. The effect resets quickly, and requires no palming or practice. You'll be able to do "Timeless Deluxe" instantly after learning the method.
"Timeless Deluxe" builds on one of the great mind reading effects ever: divining a chosen time. But to make the watch hands vanish? Now we're in miracle territory. This effect is great not only live onstage, but also in impromptu situations or for television or social media magic: it's quick, impossible, and most importantly, it's a rare visual for mentalism.
Included in the "Timeless Deluxe" package are the brand new watch and band design, video instruction, and the secret gimmick that takes care of everything for you. No electronics whatsoever, and absolutely nothing about this unit can ever break.
Note: You cannot use "Timeless Deluxe" as your everyday watch; it will not keep time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is it to do?
It is unbelievably easy. In fact, it's almost self-working. There is no palming and there are no gimmicks which you need to add in or take away.
Can the effect be repeated?
Absolutely! The effect can be repeated after a quick 20 second reset. It can be a different time with each performance.
What is the difference between the watch styles?
Both watches work in the same way so you just choose the style that suits you best. The black imitation leather band is perfect for formal environments, whereas the Patriot band is ideal for informal settings.
I already own the original Timeless. Is it worth me picking up this version?
Yes! You'll already be familiar with the method but the watch you receive with Timeless Deluxe is far superior. The face is larger which means the reveal is clearer. The watches are better quality and look much nicer. You also have a choice of style too.
Customer reviews for Timeless Deluxe
The other thing that comes with it to make it work I thought was going to be to thick , proved me wrong as the trick actually worked as bold as the method is but will still buy an extra that is thinner than the one that comes with the watch just for my peace of mind .
It works , can be done surrounded and got a great reaction so , yeah strongly recommend it.
He was obviously destroyed by it. He examined the watch carefully and had no idea how this worked. He spent about 20 minutes looking for the secret "Button" that removed the hands. I was shocked, so out I went and performed it to a few people in the park (social distancing obeyed). EVERYONE was blown away. No-one spotted the secret.
I LOVE THIS
It's a shame because the effect itself is good. The part where you show the time on the watch will not hold up to 'scrutiny' as has been stated but it will pass if you rush things along a little and keep hold of it. I really wish that I could perform this but short of keeping the watch in a protective case of some sort it just isn't workable.
It would also help if the performance video was a little better. The lady in the video doesn't seem even vaguely impressed which doesn't fill you with confidence in the method.
I really like being able to "disappear" the hands to show it blank. That's a great moment of "misperceived" reality.
It’s quite bold, but definitely worth the investment.
The Hoy effect Andi explains is great for Stage and parlour too!
As said with a different tool being used to apply the method then prehaps it would be a lot more convincing. However with the tool that you get when you first buy this is useless, as it doesn't come close to the effect needed.
Also the effect pretty much depends on you using no sleeves and setting up briefly before performance. It's hyper impractical for a performer with sleeves during walk around or close up. I say this as someone who's happy to perform Hook during close up which has a lot more setup.
Perfect if it's summer and you're sleeveless, the corners are covered and you've made sure "everything is fine" before the show. I have already suffered a couple of mishaps that make discovery by the public quite embarrassing. I wouldn't recommend it, sorry.
I was warned that I would be disappointed when the time came to first open the box and look inside. The warning didn’t change anything…I was disappointed. I thought, “It won’t work and I’m going to get caught!”
WRONG! It hits in a big way! The method is the kicker not the main effect. Keep that in mind when performing this. Use the presentation as a foundation but start adding other fun stuff into the mix the fits your style. It can be a Mentalism effect or it can be a Mental Magic Trick.
Think of this as a tool, not a trick. It will help manage your expectations.
Looks great and handles well for the price!
It’s beyond simple, and beyond effective. The method - which is at the heart of the variations of reviews - works.
And the fact that it’s based on an old method used by Kenton Knepper made me love it even more.
Yes, you have to be cautious under certain circumstances, but is there any ‘prop’ or utility that doesn’t have its issues? This just happens to be so damn simple that the ‘caution’ is, in my opinion, something most magicians don’t tend to think about.
I highly recommend this for anyone who loves powerful magic and simplistic methods.
As an amateur it is simple to perform but I’m afraid certain parts of the gimmick are noticeable….the hands on the clock face aren’t realistic. I must have eagle eyed spectators so it has put me off performing this
Community questions about Timeless Deluxe
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Rick asks: If you have peeked a time someone has written on a billet, can you put the time on the watch if the watch face was reversed facing you and you were acting like you were writing a prediction on a blank billet in the hand near wjere the watch is reversed facing you on your wrist ?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:You cannot. The time is already set at the start of the routine.
Jordyn asks: My wrists are rather skinny, around the 6 inch range. Is there any worry of the watch bands being too loose?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:If the watch band is too loose, you can actually change it out very easily to a smaller band that fits your wrist.
Monte asks: Are the sizes of the watch faces the same and the bands are different in width and color? Can the bands be changed on the watches?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:Correct and yes, they can be changed.
Mark asks: A few of the reviews say it can't be performed with sleeves. Is that still the case with the new version?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:You can perform this with or without sleeves.
Roel asks: Is it possible to show different times for every time you do this trick?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:Absolutely.
Tommy asks: Can the watch strap be replaced due to wear and tear?
- 1. Henrik responds:Yes.
Michel asks: Is the secret gimmick easily replaceable?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:You do not need to replace it, you will simply need to reset it when you want to perform it again.
Todd asks: Can this effect be done in reverse? Go from a blank face to a time like the current time. So let's say it's around 4:15. I want to show a blank face on the watch to the spectator. Then a moment later show them it is a "normal" watch with the correct time. Thank you!
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:Unfortunately not but that sounds like a cool effect!
Charles asks: You say in response to one question that “You can force any time you want. So it can be repeated for the same audience.” But you also say, in response to a question about how to explain the hands reappearing after they’ve disappeared, “We'd not recommend repeating it for the same group.” So do I assume correctly that although, technically speaking, it can be repeated (after the 20 seconds it takes to reset the watch) the presentation problems in doing that are near-insurmountable (and no creative suggestions are provided in the instructions)?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:It's not really about presentation "problems". It's more if a fundamental of magic. You just shouldn't repeat the same trick for the same audience. Not only are all elements of surprise gone, the nature of repeating a trick turns it into more of a puzzle than a piece of magic. It almost forces your audience to start trying to think about method. So no, no creative suggestions are given on repeating the effect for the same audience because we believe that is not something you should do, with this, or any piece of magic.
Charles asks: You say that “you end clean, and it can be handed out for examination” but you also say that “the watch hands would pass scrutiny [only] for someone looking at it casually,” and “how you hold the watch will make it look like different times” and “as far as suspicion goes, you’re only flashing the time at them for a second or so”. Can you clarify, then, how it’s safe to hand it out for examination afterward when people will know there’s some kind of trick involved?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:It's safe to hand out for examination because there is literally nothing to find on the watch. The method means that you could even (if you felt rich) *GIVE* them the watch to keep forever and they would not find anything. Because there is nothing to find.
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