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McKinven, John. Spirit Clock Dial. Lake Forest, Ill., ca. 1990. Hand-painted Lucite clock dial 12" in diameter and wooden framework which holds it. Though there are no apparent connections to the dial, its hand will answer questions, reveal selected cards or perform other feats when spun. Hand and fittings made of vintage chrome-plated brass. In a custom wooden carrying case also manufactured by McKinven. Unique. This outfit was specially manufactured for Walter Graham by McKinven and can be operated by the magician or a hidden assistant. The device was described in Robert Parrishs book, Great Tricks Revisited (1998). A copy of Parrishs book accompanies the prop.


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2016-08-27

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