Haydn, Whit: The Intricate Web of Distraction (The Color Changing Knives) ©1989 The School for Scoundrels Softcover, report-bound, 8.5x11", 12 pages

Image from Magicref

Comments: Whit Haydn's color changing knives routine is a well thought out approach to the effect. The routine is not too long or too short, and includes audience participation and comedy. B&W photos are adequate but not too clear. Recommended.

Contents:

1 Introduction and motivation
2 The Knives: uses a three knife set with stag and pearl handles. The stag handle helps in differentiating the sides.
2 The Moves
2 The Paddle Move
3 Spread Paddle
3 The Flip
3 The Close Vanish
5 The Spin Change
7 The Routine: the routine is set up so that the color change is presented as just a "distraction" to the intent. Routine ends with the knives in the pocket.