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Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 6:28 am
by Rob Rand
Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet
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Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 6:29 am
by Rob Rand
Oh my! I have such a soft spot for ring on rod effects!

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 8:51 am
by Olaf S
Do i read right, front door remains closed when the ring is lifted out on top ?

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 9:31 am
by David DeTenyo
This is a very interesting effect (I didn't buy The Enchanted Rings). The rod (or sword) is a lot higher in the box which makes it look a lot more convincing.
I also appreciate the fact the box can be shown from all sides.
The front panel is, in my opinion, a bit dull, but some people might like that. And you can always improve the looks with stickers, jewels, ... - take a look at what John Talbot did with the Houdini Block: https://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/vie ... 8&start=20 :o :)

For now, I'm looking forward to see a demonstration video 8-)
Olaf S wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 8:51 am
Do i read right, front door remains closed when the ring is lifted out on top ?
I suppose you can take away the front panel (doors) before the ring is lifted up? If not, I don't think that's a problem ... .

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 11:42 am
by Simon Corneille
David DeTenyo wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 9:31 am
I suppose you can take away the front panel (doors) before the ring is lifted up? If not, I don't think that's a problem ... .
A borrowed ring can be used, which means the ring we see on the floor is the same that the one we see a moment later on the sword. So I guess what matters here is that there is no duplicate ring still laying on the floor after the penetration took place.

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:08 pm
by Rob Rand
I like this version more than the very bulky Louie Gaynor “Ring on rod penetration”, which I sold by the way...

And the handling will be much easier I think...

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:22 pm
by Simon Corneille
Rob Rand wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:08 pm
I like this version more than the very bulky Louie Gaynor “Ring on rod penetration”, which I sold by the way...

And the handling will be much easier I think...
Rob, do you think the modus operandi will be somewhat similar? :geek:

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:34 pm
by Olaf S
Rob Rand wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:08 pm
I like this version more than the very bulky Louie Gaynor Ring on rod penetration
Do you mean this version ? It is not MW size but it seems it works very well


Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:51 pm
by Rob Rand
Simon Corneille wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:22 pm
Rob Rand wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:08 pm
I like this version more than the very bulky Louie Gaynor “Ring on rod penetration”, which I sold by the way...

And the handling will be much easier I think...
Rob, do you think the modus operandi will be somewhat similar? :geek:
Yes, there will be a lift mechanism involved. The Louie Gaynor version worked pretty unhandy.
I think with this item it will work supersmooth...

I’m in for this one :)

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:52 pm
by Rob Rand
Olaf S wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:34 pm
Rob Rand wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:08 pm
I like this version more than the very bulky Louie Gaynor Ring on rod penetration
Do you mean this version ? It is not MW size but it seems it works very well

Yes, this is the one. I’m actually glad I was able to get rid of it. Too large, an enormous ring, very awkward handling.

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 11:07 pm
by Simon Corneille
David DeTenyo wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 9:31 am
The front panel is, in my opinion, a bit dull, but some people might like that. And you can always improve the looks with stickers, jewels, ... - take a look at what John Talbot did with the Houdini Block: https://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/vie ... 8&start=20 :o :)
What about laser cutting (metal overlay) or engraving (directly on teak)? :?:

A jewel is an excellent idea... :idea:

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 4:10 am
by Olaf S
My first impression was not as enthusiastic as it seems other Magic Wagon lovers are ?

But the curiosity for how it works is there. My aesthetic sensibility for the design is not

served, so i am still undecided - The trick preformance itself i find appealing and good

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 3:46 pm
by John B.
Overall it looks very nice, although the handle seems a bit big. That a borrowed ring can be used is a good feature.

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 5:13 am
by Olaf S
Available now for 299.95 USD

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 5:39 am
by Rob Rand
Yes! My order is placed :)

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 5:10 pm
by CollinW
Rob Rand wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:52 pm
Olaf S wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:34 pm
Rob Rand wrote:
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:08 pm
I like this version more than the very bulky Louie Gaynor Ring on rod penetration
Do you mean this version ? It is not MW size but it seems it works very well

Yes, this is the one. I’m actually glad I was able to get rid of it. Too large, an enormous ring, very awkward handling.
I have a similar one and have to agree about the awkward handling. It's a nice dust collector.
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Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2021 4:06 am
by Olaf S
CollinW wrote:
Tue Feb 23, 2021 5:10 pm
I have a similar one and have to agree about the awkward handling. It's a nice dust

Collin 🤔 I do not know how it works and what is the awkward part but it looks nice to me
Meridian Ring Cabinet on the other hand seems to have also a weak point in looking inside
As far as I see it so far, the spectator must therefore not be placed too close or high seated

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2021 4:06 am
by Olaf S
Rob Rand wrote:
Tue Feb 23, 2021 5:39 am
Yes! My order is placed :)

I am very curious about your review

After 3 days still 17 in stock ...

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2021 8:34 am
by Rob Rand

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2021 8:39 am
by Rob Rand
And I received my copy today :)

Well the video of Madison is very accurate.

He hides some possible sounds with music though...

Although a slower presentation can diminish the sound issues...

It’s a very clean effect. No hidden parts outside!

So if performed slowly, there is hardly a sound issue.

Very nice prop! Well made. I like it!

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2021 10:15 am
by Olaf S
Rob Rand wrote:
Fri Feb 26, 2021 8:39 am
He hides some possible sounds with music though...

Although a slower presentation can diminish the sound issues...

Rob, that's what i like about your videos, they are unmasked and real

I hope - that a more slowly and softer handling does not require music

I am in any case pleased - that the trick looks better than on mini photo

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2021 12:09 pm
by Rob Rand

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 28, 2021 12:39 pm
by John B.
Nice video Rob, smooth presentation! I did not buy this one this time, so it is nice to see the close-up of the cabinet in your video. The woodworking is indeed very nice.

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 28, 2021 3:53 pm
by CollinW
Rob Rand wrote:
Sat Feb 27, 2021 12:09 pm
Here's my video:

https://youtu.be/TzUerSLAXsE
I notice it has the same noise issues as the ring box I have.

Re: Magic Wagon - Meridian Ring Cabinet

Posted: Sun Feb 28, 2021 7:21 pm
by Rob Rand
CollinW wrote:
Sun Feb 28, 2021 3:53 pm
Rob Rand wrote:
Sat Feb 27, 2021 12:09 pm
Here's my video:

https://youtu.be/TzUerSLAXsE
I notice it has the same noise issues as the ring box I have.
It's the sound of the ring flying through the air and hitting the sword :D

I recorded my video in silence, which is pretty rare. Usually you tell a story, specs are moving in their chair or drink a beer...
But the sound is in my opinion not really disturbing.
IT'S AT LEAST NOT THE SOUND OF A GARBAGE TRUCK!
:D :D :D
So no need for you to order this one!
Can you tell us who is the manufacturer of your version?