John Bannon’s Chop Shop: Easy Card Magic Packet Trick with Ace Transformation
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- Master John Bannon’s captivating “Find the Lady” routine culminating in an astonishing Ace transformation.
- Beginner-friendly: Simple sleights make it accessible for all skill levels, no complex palming required.
- Completely examinable cards at the trick’s conclusion – no gimmicks or breaks.
- Includes all necessary cards and detailed, expert instruction from John Bannon and Erik Tait.

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John Bannon’s Chop Shop: A Masterclass in Packet Card Magic
Immerse yourself in the world of captivating card magic with Chop Shop by John Bannon, a renowned packet trick designed to leave both laypeople and seasoned magicians spellbound. This routine transcends mere sleight of hand, weaving a narrative of challenge, misdirection, and an utterly unexpected finale.
The Astonishing “Chop Shop” Routine
The performance begins with four distinct cards: three blue-backed Jokers and a single red-backed Queen of Spades. After clearly displaying both the front and back of each card, the Queen is openly placed into the magician’s pocket. A challenge is issued: can the audience catch the Queen returning to the packet, not once, but twice? With no discernible moves, the red-backed Queen astonishingly reappears amongst the Jokers.
The Queen is pocketed again, and a subtle hint of misdirection is introduced. The cards are recounted, revealing a peculiar bright yellow card marked “LOOK” within the packet. This card too is discarded. Yet, incredibly, a red-backed card manifests once more. The magician then reveals the true extent of the deception: the red-backed card has transformed into the Ace of Spades, and the remaining Jokers have miraculously changed into the other three Aces, completing a breathtaking four-Ace production.
Why “Chop Shop” is a Must-Have for Every Magician
Effortless Performance, Maximum Impact
Chop Shop is engineered for ease of learning and performance. The required sleights are straightforward, making this a perfect routine for beginner magicians looking to perform a powerful effect, while also offering a strong, practical piece for professionals. You don’t need advanced card palming skills to execute this incredible illusion.
Gimmick-Free and Fully Examinable
One of the most compelling aspects of Chop Shop is its clean ending. At the conclusion of the routine, all cards are completely examinable by your audience. There are no gimmicks to hide, no sticky cards, and nothing to break, ensuring a pure, baffling magical experience.
Comprehensive Instruction and Ready-to-Perform
Your Chop Shop package includes all the specialized cards necessary to perform the routine right out of the box. Beyond the props, you receive detailed, expert instruction from the legendary John Bannon himself, alongside Erik Tait, guiding you through every nuance and subtlety to ensure a flawless and impactful performance. Inspired by Cameron Francis’s “Chop The Monte” and Paul Richards’ “Imagine,” Chop Shop elevates a classic premise into a modern masterpiece.
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Behold! John Bannon’s Chop Shop! Witness a mind-boggling game of find the lady, ending with an astonishing ace transformation! An easy-to-learn packet trick that will leave your audience spellbound. Get yours now!
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Chop Shop by John Bannon: A Magical Transformation
Step into the world of magic with Chop Shop by John Bannon, a captivating card trick that will leave both laypeople and magicians in awe. This trick is not just about sleight of hand; it’s about storytelling, surprise, and a dramatic finish that no one will see coming.
What Happens in Chop Shop?
The magician begins with four cards: three blue-backed Jokers and one red-backed Queen of Spades. After showing both the front and back of the cards, the Queen is placed into the pocket, and the magician dares the audience to catch them returning the Queen to the packet not once, but twice. With no visible moves, the Queen reappears amongst the Jokers. The magician then uses misdirection, and a bright yellow card marked “LOOK” appears in the packet. After more suspense, a red-backed card emerges again, only to be revealed as the Ace of Spades, with the Jokers transforming into the remaining Aces.
Why Choose Chop Shop?
- Easy to Perform: The sleights are simple, making it perfect for beginners and professionals alike.
- Examinable Cards: At the end of the trick, all cards can be inspected—no gimmicks, no breaks.
- Comprehensive Instructions: Includes detailed guidance from John Bannon and Erik Tait.
- Ready to Use: Comes with all necessary cards straight out of the box.
Inspired by Cameron Francis’s “Chop The Monte” and later presented as “Imagine” by Paul Richards, Chop Shop is more than a trick; it’s an experience. Turn a simple game of find the lady into a breathtaking miracle that will be remembered long after the cards are put away.
Play a game of find the lady that ends with the transformation of all of the cards into the aces. The packet tricks of John Bannon always get huge reactions from laypeople and magicians alike. With this phenomenal trick, you get to challenge your audience to catch you out while knowing that you have a killer ending that no one will see coming. This is Chop Shop by John Bannon.
Here’s what happens:
The magician introduces four cards; three blue-backed Jokers and one red-backed Queen of Spades. The cards are shown on the front and the back, and then the Queen is put into the pocket, and the magician challenges the spectators to catch them sneak the Queen back into the packet not once but twice. With no moves, the red-backed Queen of Spades appears back amongst the three jokers. The Queen is again placed into the pocket, and the magician notes that this time they will have to use misdirection to sneak the Queen back into the packet. The cards are counted again, and this time a bright yellow card that says “LOOK” on it appears amongst the blue-backed Jokers. That card is also put away, and this time, without any funny moves, a red-backed card has once again appeared in the packet. The magician then admits that they cheated, but not just once. They cheated twice. The red-backed card is turned over to reveal it is now the Ace of Spades. The remaining blue-backed cards are turned over, and the jokers have magically transformed into the remaining Aces.
Chop Shop comes ready to go with all of the cards you need right out of the box. The sleights are easy and well within the grasp of even beginner magicians. The best part is that at the end, all of the cards on the table are examinable. There are no gimmicks that can break, and you don’t even have to be able to palm cards to sneak the Queen back in the packet. In addition to the cards required for the routine, you also receive detailed instructions from John Bannon and Erik Tait on how to perform this incredible routine. Turn a challenge into a miracle with Chop Shop by John Bannon.
Inspired by Cameron Francis’s “Chop The Monte,” later presented as “Imagine” by Paul Richards.
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