Price$39.95
Media TypeTrick
CategoryPyrotechnics
Date AddedDec 18, 2003
Flash Gun
Pyrowizard
(Based on 1 review)
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If you've never used flash paper before, you may not realize how fantastic the audience response can be to a little bit of flame- gasps of amazement, applauds; not only does it instantly liven up a mundane routine, it's a great way to provide misdirection while you or your assistant quickly sets up the next gimmick or sleight.
This device provides excellent value for the price. Depending on how you fold the flash paper, multiple types of pyrotechnics can be achieved, from a six foot gout of flame to a fireball that shoots 15 feet across the stage. Be sure to practice, though, especially if you've got an assistant in the line of fire (don't aim this directly at them! It's better to fire it slightly downstage). I used the latter in a sword fight during a Temple of Benares illusion, and the audience could feel the heat in the second and third rows.
Pyrowizard's flash gun is well constructed; mine is well over 5 years old and still looks good and works well. The glo-plug is easy to replace if it burns out. The battery holder is a bit tight, but you should be able to switch batteries without too much trouble. Though you can't see in the illustration, the back of the "finger clips" is painted a neutral caucasian flesh-tone, and quite undetectable unless the audience is really close (which they shouldn't be, anyway, for safety reasons.) It can be repainted to match your skin or gloves if you wear them.
You do need to be aware of angles when using the flash gun- it can be seen by anyone who can see the palm of the hand holding it, but it's easy enough to slip on or off during a routine, if you've got a large, loose pocket or equivalent to steal it from. There's also a slight delay between pressing the switch and ignition of the flash paper (about a half second at most). My one complaint about the device is it's set up for right-handed use (woe to us lefty magicians!) and the ignition button can't be flipped over. It's still possible to fire with your left hand, just uncomfortable (your thumb will need to go under the switch instead of on top of it.)
In summary, if you've ever thought about adding pyrotechnics to your show, the Pyrowizard flash gun is an excellent, cost effective way to do it.
This device provides excellent value for the price. Depending on how you fold the flash paper, multiple types of pyrotechnics can be achieved, from a six foot gout of flame to a fireball that shoots 15 feet across the stage. Be sure to practice, though, especially if you've got an assistant in the line of fire (don't aim this directly at them! It's better to fire it slightly downstage). I used the latter in a sword fight during a Temple of Benares illusion, and the audience could feel the heat in the second and third rows.
Pyrowizard's flash gun is well constructed; mine is well over 5 years old and still looks good and works well. The glo-plug is easy to replace if it burns out. The battery holder is a bit tight, but you should be able to switch batteries without too much trouble. Though you can't see in the illustration, the back of the "finger clips" is painted a neutral caucasian flesh-tone, and quite undetectable unless the audience is really close (which they shouldn't be, anyway, for safety reasons.) It can be repainted to match your skin or gloves if you wear them.
You do need to be aware of angles when using the flash gun- it can be seen by anyone who can see the palm of the hand holding it, but it's easy enough to slip on or off during a routine, if you've got a large, loose pocket or equivalent to steal it from. There's also a slight delay between pressing the switch and ignition of the flash paper (about a half second at most). My one complaint about the device is it's set up for right-handed use (woe to us lefty magicians!) and the ignition button can't be flipped over. It's still possible to fire with your left hand, just uncomfortable (your thumb will need to go under the switch instead of on top of it.)
In summary, if you've ever thought about adding pyrotechnics to your show, the Pyrowizard flash gun is an excellent, cost effective way to do it.