CROOK LOCK (watch video).
A bill is secured in the plastic frame and a padlock is snapped shut through the frame. Three keys are shown to the spectators. It is demonstrated that only one of the keys will open the lock. The keys are mixed up in a bag. Two volunteers are given a free choice of a key leaving one for the magician. They are told that if their key opens the lock and releases the bill it will be theirs to keep. Before each volunteer is asked to try his or her key, they are asked if they would like to trade it for the key you are holding. Each person in turn tries their key, unfortunately none of the keys work the lock. The only key left is for the magi, which happens to open the lock. The magi therefore retains the cash.
This is a great effect to use as a sucker trick at a kid's party. Children love the chance to win some money.
CROOK LOCK (watch video)
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