I head off to Blackpool for the Blackpool Magic Convention February 18, 2009.  This is a superb convention. I look forward to attending each year and seeing friends from around the world, all the while looking for the newest items to bring to Murphy's. My friend, Danny Garcia, will be lecturing and performing there. (I just spoke to Danny today. Murphy's will be distributing his new book that will be shown for the first time at Blackpool.) Watch for this and other new releases from Blackpool by the end of February.  One item I am particularly excited about is Coinvex 2.0.  If you purchased Coinvex and liked it you will love this.  It's quite good and a great way to bend a borrowed, signed coin openly.  In my opinion, Coinvex 2.0 and Quantum Bender 2.0 are the best ways to openly bend a borrowed, signed coin.  This effect is VERY strong.  My friend, David Blaine, has been using this effect with much success in his daily performances. 

Speaking of David, Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc. was honored to work with David and his crew (Dan White, Doug McKenzie, Danny Garcia, etc.) on the last special.  It was loaded with great magic.  We will soon be starting work on the next special so if you have material that should be considered please contact me in complete confidence as we are always looking for new ideas, effects, etc. 

Tim Trono