Escapology

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Asylum Wrist Restraint - Blaine Harris

Escape Artists; Magicians...

From the archives of Blaine Harris, we present the Asylum Wrist Restraint (Yes. It's the same Blaine Harris some of you may remember from Premier 75 Magic Studio back in 1975). The Asylum Wrist Restraint is completely examinable and can be used as a feature escape or as part of a larger effect (Sub Trunk, Torture Board, Spirit Cabinet, Packing Crate, etc.).

Based on a very old principle, this new version has some improvements that make it easier and more fool-proof than its predecessors. This restraint is 100% hand-made by Blaine and is designed for years of tough service. The leather is thick top-quality American Latigo Cowhide.

The performer's wrists are bound as tightly as possible by an audience member yet release is instantaneous and completely under the control of the performer. The wrist restraint has a new added feature in a buckle that can receive a padlock making it look really impossible! The lock can even be sealed for extra effect. The restraint is ungimmicked and no extra keys or special hidden equipment necessary. It may even be placed on an audience member proving escape impossible.

What you receive:

22" long adjustable heavy leather belt restraint - Padlock to fit the locking buckle - 7 page color instruction booklet with photos by my good friend Allen Zingg. These instructions contain valuable tips and suggestions for performances as well as "how-to!"

Price: £35


Hiatts Speedcuffs (2103)

I have managed to obtain a small quantity of decommissioned, Hiatt "Speedcuffs". These are genuine handcuffs that have actually been used by the police themselves. All serial numbers have been removed to comply with UK decommissioning laws. Every handcuff is checked and reconditioned so even though they are ex-police they are in excellent condition. Supplied with one key.


Strait Jacket - Viking - (UK Exlusive)

I am very proud to be able to offer this jacket from Viking Mfg. Which I believe to be the very best comercially available escape strait jacket on the market today! - M

Ever since Houdini made the Strait Jacket escape famous, it has been a success where ever performed. This Strait Jacket is made of soft cotton canvas with leather-like trim and 100% leather belting which gives it an air of authenticity and makes it appear the formidable challenge that it is. It has been engineered to allow the magician-escape artist flexibility and ease, yet, it appears to present an impossible task. They are rugged and will give years of service. This is one escape everybody likes to see. Packs small and plays big. And as usual, you receive Viking's guarantee of quality at a reasonable price. A Sensational crown-pulling effect which can be carried in a brief case! Ideal for upside-down Escapes, Galas and Stage use. The Strait Jacket Escape has been the feature of many famous Escapologist -Houdini *Murray *Alan Alan *Shahid Malik *Howard Peters *David Deval and many others.

Available in several sizes... Please state you chest size when ordering... (If an appropriate size is not in stock it can be ordered specially for you. You will of course be notifiued if this is the case)

See the Straight Jacket Escape DVD by Jay Leslie

Price: £190 or £200 with Jay Leslie Strait Jacket Escape DVD!


Electronic Release (superior model) - (UK Exlusive)

A ferocious looking volunteer is chosen and handed a steel shackle with four chains welded onto it. After close examination the performer is secured into the device by the afore mentioned volunteer. (By the way it's the shackles that are closely examined, Not the performer ! But then again it depends upon your audience I suppose…..) He does this utilizing any two padlocks (which are not supplied as you may use any padlocks, even borrow them if you wish.) After several members of the audience have checked that the performer is thoroughly secured, he can and does of course make his miraculous escape. OR…You can present it in comedy style where you appear to escape by removing one hand and when you turn around you are still securely chained. You can at anytime remove either hand and replace it immediately. Great prop takes up no room in the case but plays BIG. Great accessory for Sub Trunk and other such Illusions.

Do not confuse this with the cheaper model found elswhere, this is the superiour model made from thick sturdy steel (Chrome plated) and a much more compact design!

Price: £22


Mail Bag Escape

mailbagA classic escape routine. The performer is locked in a large examined "mailbag" from which he magically escapes. The bag can be thoroughly examined before and after performance. It is a canvas bag, with metal grommets on top. A solid examined steel bar is passed through these grommets, with padlocks on both ends of the bar. This is a very effective escape act that may be presented as a complete act or embellished with additional escape props. For example: Performer could be handcuffed and then placed in the bag and escape from both bag and handcuffs. Or the bag could be used in-conjunction with a Substitution trunk, with performer's assistant being handcuffed and locked in bag and then the trunk. Performer standing on trunk changes places with the assistant in the twinkling of an eye. This comes complete! The apparatus supplied comprises of… A large size canvas bag with grommets on top. A solid "steel" bar (actually plated brass for long rust-free life) with holes for padlocks at the ends. A pair of large padlocks with keys. (Although you can use any padlocks or have them borrowed). A reputation builder…

Price: £85


Handcuffs (Unfaked)

These are nice quality normal unfaked cuffs with a double locking mechanism. Standard swing thru action, ratchet style cuffs. (These cuffs are identical to the greased lighting cuffs but unfaked) Comes with two keys. Perfect for practicing your lock picking skills. (In case you didn't already know, most ratchet style cuffs you will come across in you daily life will open with these keys!) So add them to your act no need to pick them just hide the key!

Price: £18


Leg Irons (unfaked)

The same as above but Leg Irons. Or can of course be used on the Elbows too. Again supplied with 2 keys. Nickel plated finish and double locking mechanism.

 

 

 

Price: £29


Thumb Cuffs

Table hopping escapology! A great carry around in the pocket escape item. The spectator can't escape but you can, if you know how! Theses are totally UN-faked so there is nothing to find. Now comes with comprehensive booklet of ideas and routines.

 

Price: £14


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