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  1. byronblaq

    What is the thinnest deck of playing cards on the planet?

    the B9 stock is huge. Probably the thickest deck I own. As for using thinner decks, I use both regularly but thin decks are a treat for bottom dealing. Using both will make you proficient with anything you’re handed though. both have benefits. BB
  2. byronblaq

    Cartamundi officially acquires USPCC

    That would seem the best approach given the success the product side already has. Who knows, they may expand access to lower print volumes however as they have done themselves? BB
  3. byronblaq

    Cartamundi officially acquires USPCC

    As do I. I’ve been really impressed with the more recent decks I’ve gotten from USPCC this year and it seems they are on stroke so I’m hopeful that not to much will change but also looking forward to what might be introduced from the acquisition. Exciting times! BB
  4. byronblaq

    Up the ladder shuffle tips

    @Scodischarge Fair points. I would agree. Forte is in a world of his own in terms of capability. My point here in terms of league is that both men have mastered their craft. Not a dig at either. Certainly from @Jimmy88 ’s perspective, he would have more access to material from Turner than...
  5. byronblaq

    Up the ladder shuffle tips

    Anytime @Jimmy88, Always happy to help where I can. Turner is in the same league as Forte. I have an incredible respect for both and worthwhile having all the material both have released. BB
  6. byronblaq

    Cartamundi officially acquires USPCC

    It’s official, USPCC is now part of the Cartamundi group! More can be read here at the press release: https://cartamundi.com/en/press/cartamundi-announces-closing-united-states-playing-card-company-uspc-aquisition/ I for one am looking forward to what this brings in future. BB
  7. byronblaq

    What is the thinnest deck of playing cards on the planet?

    Manipulation cards are far thinner than your standard deck. You could also look at the Phoenix doubledecker cards. if you’re after useful cards then the E7 stock or penguin elite bikes are pretty decent. BB
  8. byronblaq

    Up the ladder shuffle tips

    @Jimmy88 That is indeed an up the ladder sequence. And that will keep it in perfect order. Nothing wrong with that at all. The one that @Gabriel Z. shows above is the version published in Expert Card Technique and is attributed to Charlie Miller (although it wasn’t his move, technically)...
  9. byronblaq

    Up the ladder shuffle tips

    The hardest part about up the ladder is that there isn’t any real secrets to share other than practice. I would strongly suggest investing time in your standard strip so that you get your speed consistent but otherwise it’s all a practice game. just filmed this for reference. I’m no Steve...
  10. byronblaq

    Interpretation on S.W Erdnase

    My understanding is that the artist behind many if not all of the illustrations (M.D.Smith) could recollect meeting him in a small hotel room in Chicago and was able to describe the man he met although at that point it had been decades since they met. BB
  11. byronblaq

    Dealing with a new deck

    Hey Coffeeparamedic, I practice relentlessly with new decks. I found working with new decks to be far harder than worn in decks and decided the best path is to practice with newer decks. it’s not the most affordable path but ensures my card control is always on point. in addition, I use...
  12. byronblaq

    How do I get used to cards?

    Hey Isaac, If it’s sleights you want to be proficient at, it really doesn’t matter what you start with. For me it was constantly fanning cards that really started it all. Over and over until they were seamless every time. Then I moved to Sleights usually by following through with a book. The...
  13. byronblaq

    United Cardists deck sales

    Hey Dave, I have purchased cards through that forum in the past. Like any forum, the risk is in the individuals not the forum itself. UC is a great community and typically has decent decks available too. Most often payment is made through PayPal which helps to give you some extra security...
  14. byronblaq

    What cards are traditionally cut with a smooth finish

    Hey David, You could also try the Lee Asher Fournier 605’s They don’t fan well but they are one of my go too’s for table work. And they last forever. Like forever. I still have the first deck I opened almost 10 years ago and it’s great. B.
  15. byronblaq

    Creating custom cards: what do I use

    A bunch of great questions! I use adobe illustrator for the design software. For a place to get this done you could try printbymagic. They even be able to help with the design side but I’m not sure... B.
  16. byronblaq

    David roth and coins

    I leave most areas of magic untouched for this reason. I’ve never learnt a second of coin magic because I love that feeling of wonder that comes from great magic, and I don’t want to lose it. The more I’ve progressed it’s harder to avoid but I still try to keep some areas of magic for...
  17. byronblaq

    Vaping around your cards

    Hey, I’ve never come across this as an issue. If you’re exhaling directly into the cards then it probably doesn’t help but if you’re just exhaling into the room it shouldn’t be an issue. More likely to be the general humidity or quality of cards you’re using that’s the perpetrator. B.
  18. byronblaq

    Steve Forte teachings

    Hey, Steve hasn't released any projects focused on teaching techniques, yet. He has, of course published two books on the techniques used to cheat (Casino Game Protection and Poker Protection) these books teach about these techniques but don't go so far as teaching you how to do them...
  19. byronblaq

    Gambling books

    Well you always have the Expert at the Card Table? In addition to this you have almost any book by Darwin Ortiz. Jason Ladanye’s books are also great and gambling themed. Steve fortes books on gambling protection ‘Casino Game Protection’ and ‘Poker Protection’ both of which are fantastic books...
  20. byronblaq

    Scarne on card tricks trick not working?

    Hey Nick, I’ll PM you. B.
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