What makes this routine unique is that every sequence is justified by the patter. It is not a series of unrelated tricks with a piece of rope, but a true routine that has an internal consistency and intelligence that draws the audience in and keeps them involved and interested throughout the performance.

While supposedly explaining to the audience how "that old trick" of cutting a rope and restoring it is accomplished, the magician cuts a rope and ties it back together with a special knot. The knot "pops" off the rope and the rope is restored. At this point things get more complicated as the magician seems to lose control of events. The rope is cut in three pieces which changes sizes and then are stretched and shrunk back into correct sizes. The three ropes are tied together, the two knots are "popped" off and tossed into the audience, and the rope is shown back together again in one piece. It can even be left for audience examination.

The video not only teaches a powerful and entertaining routine that "packs small and plays big" it is a real lesson in magic from a great thinker and performer. Whit explains what goes into creating a routine, the subtleties of performance and presentation, and the little moves and details that can throw the spectator off and make it impossible for him to figure out the secrets. You will not only enjoy performing this routine, but learning it will help make you a better magician.

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Our E-Book Version includes a PDF file of our award-winning Notes on Three Card Monte. A must have for every hustler.

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A must have. This book covers everything from the history of the game through the psychology of the moves as it is performed on the street by grifters. It includes three different Fast and Loose exhibition routines--including the famous Jules Lenier routine--along with thorough explanations and patter. It is the most in-depth treatise on the subject ever written. Many new moves, methods, hooks and come-ons never before in print.

"This is the definitive work on the subject."
--Darwin Ortiz

Effect: The spectator has a free choice of three cards. (3-ball, 8-ball, 10-ball) You tell him that every great hustler knows how to "read" other people and more importantly influence their decision. You tell him that you can psychologically trick him into picking the card you want him too. Whichever one he chooses, it matches your prediction. This effect is powerful, baffling. The entire trick fits into your shirt pocket and requires no sleight-of-hand.

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Never pay for a drink again! The Pool Hustler's Handbook is the ultimate bar bet book with 128 color pages and over 100 diagrams. This collection of the fifty best billiard brain teasers are designed to make you appear to be a knowledgeable and skilled pool player. It also teaches you how not to get hustled. Non-Buyers Beware!

"I can't believe he hustled me!"
Minnesota Fats

"A clever, entertaining book I wish I had written. What fun!"
Robert Byrne - BCA Hall of Fame

"Chef Anton shoots the works!
If you don't already know this stuff, buy a copy.
If you do already know this stuff, buy every copy--The jig is up!"
Harry "The Hat" Anderson - Cheers, Night Court, etc.

"If we were rating books on their fun factor,this one would walk away with all of the awards. Everyone who has ever picked up a pool cue should have a copy of this book - if only for their own self-defense!"
Pool and Billiard Magazine

Some customer reviews:

"Great job on the book.  The presentation is superb.  I can't wait to dig in!"

-- Califon Billiards

"We sold out in just three days.  Customers are asking for it by name."

-- Game Room Gallery

I can't tell you how much your book has changed my life. I mean things
are completely different now. COMPLETELY  different!!
Using your pool table hustles earned me millions of tax free dollars and
made me LOTS of new friends!! And roommates.

-- Alan Bernhoft

• Thank you very much for the prompt service and

• for personally autographing the cover - what a great and unexpected touch."

-- Rupert Ashford

"The spiral binding was a 'stroke' of inspiration, making the book easy to use"

-- Tom Shaw

Chef Anton has served up a step-by-step reference guide for the advanced player. If you want to learn how the experts think; if you want to learn the theory behind the game; if you want to learn how to play the game of pool, you are going to enjoy this book. You will be rewarded with a lifetime of enjoyment in a game few people truly understand.

Chef Anton's Trick Shot Video

"The best billiard trick shot video for kids and adults."

Pool and Billiard Magazine

Chef Anton's award-winning video which features all of the shots that he used to win the United States Trick Shot Championships. This one hour performance tape is the perfect blend of mind-boggling trick shots, close-up magic, and stand-up comedy.

Here's what the Pool Gods say about
Chef Anton's Magical Menu of Pool Ball Wizardry:

"I hate this tape! Now everyone will know about Chef Anton
and his ingenious, surprising, and highly original trick shots."
Robert Byrne, creator of Byrne's Standard Video
of Trick Shots and Byrne's Treasury of Trick Shots

"Watch it once and you'll laugh. Watch it twice and you'll laugh hard. Watch it again
and you'll laugh long and hard. Watch it one more time and you may die laughing!"
Pat Fleming, Pro Tour Player and creator of The Creative Edge

"Ingenuity plus!"
Ken "Sarge" Aylesworth, Professional Trick Shot Artist

"Chef Anton has served a smorgasbord of refreshing and
tasty new trick shots! A welcome menu for any pool gourmet."
Paul Gerni, 17 time World Trick Shot Champion

"My children were captivated. The surprise in their eyes when the shot took
place was all a mom needed to know that this is family entertainment at its best!"
Robin Bell, Two Time World 9-Ball Champion

Since being voted by Exhibitor Magazine to be one of the country's top trade show sales entertainers, Anton is constantly traveling across the country. On the trade show floor, Anton combines comedy, magic, and pool ball wizardry as a way of incorporating company's sales message and product benefits. This 7-minute promo video gives you an inside look at his unique act.

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Simply the best clip on the market.   These clips come heavily plated in gold or sterling silver.  They are large enough to hold most rings, rounded to prevent scratching, easy to open, and locks tight when closed. Ideal for Ring-Flite or for use with any pull.

Have a piece of history as Chef Anton becomes the youngest United States Trick Shot Champion of Pool.  This 4-color poster has endorsements from Minnesota Fats, Richard Pryor, and Roseanne.  There were only 1000 printed and each will be individually autographed and numbered.

This beautiful set of knives is perfect for the Whit Haydn routine for the color-changing knives – The Intricate Web of Distraction. The set of three knives includes one that is black with a ‘stag horn’ type finish, and one that is a ‘white pearl’ smooth finish, and the gimmicked knife. These three knives have the ‘rough and smooth’ textures that are so essential to this routine. They are manufactured for us by Joe Mogar.

"Bottom line: If you are looking for a set of terrific black and white color changing knives that look like you bought them at a fine hunting and fishing store (without the novel red/yellow colors), these are the best I've seen in a long, long time."

--Danny Orleans, Genii Magazine

"I like this routine because it is simple to follow, is practical under a variety of conditions, and needs no reset time. It has been honed under fire for more than 20 years. If you are looking for a Color-Changing Knife routine, The Intricate Web of Distraction certainly fits the bill and is worth your serious consideration. Recommended."
--Michael Close, MAGIC Magazine

This booklet includes all the moves, patter and presentation for Whit’s color-changing knife routine. The book contains plenty of photos to illustrate the moves.

This is Whit Haydn’s comedy routine for the cut and restored rope. Photos illustrate all the moves, and complete patter and presentation are included. This routine was part of the act that won Whit the award “Stage Magician of the Year” and “Parlour Magician of the Year” at the Magic Castle. It was originally developed for his street act in the 1960's, but has played for audiences on cruise ships, nightclubs, amusement parks, and television all around the world.

This video includes a live performance of Whit’s award-winning routine, and all the moves, patter, and presentational tips that make it easy to add this showpiece to your repertoire. This routine, originally developed for his street magic act in the 1960's, is considered by most experts to be the most commercial version of the linking rings available for any venue.

"If you don't have a linking ring routine and you want to add one to your stand-up repertoire, Whit Haydn's Comedy 4 Ring Routine is the place to start. Ring routines don't get much better than this."
--Michael Close, MAGIC Magazine

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This is a thirty-plus page book on Whit’s unique and powerful version of the Chicago Opener, or Red Hot Mama card trick. This is the version used by many of the top close-up workers--power hitters such as Bob Sheets. Including the full routine and patter, this booklet goes into great depth on the psychology of magic, and theory of magic. It is intended only for the intermediate or advanced card handler. It also includes Whit's Patter for Brainwave. This routine is one of the most powerful opening effects in close-up magic.

"The Chicago Surprise meets all my criteria for what a superior magic product should be: 1) an audience-tested, professional-caliber routine, 2) well written, 3) both handling and theoretical information (in other words, the how and the why) are included. Many professionals use Whit's routine. I'm sure you're going to want to as well."
--Michael Close, MAGIC Magazine

"This entire manuscript is a marvelous piece of work, and if it does not cause you much thought about magic, then something is terribly wrong."
--Jamy Ian Swiss, Genii Magazine