Which Book?

[mahucharn]

Hi All,

I've been looking into getting a pickpocketing book. I know that Ricki Dunn's book is often considered to be one of the best sources on the subject, but how does Jim Ravel's Theatrical Pick Pocketing compare?

Thanks,
Mahu

 

[Craig Browning]

You may wish to visit Stevens Magic and check out what they have on the subject, they carry several exclusive bits and if memory serves, there is a video series on pick-pocketing techniques.

 

[mahucharn]

You may wish to visit Stevens Magic and check out what they have on the subject, they carry several exclusive bits and if memory serves, there is a video series on pick-pocketing techniques.

From what I've heard (and read) the Coats/Byrd series were not very good. As a beginner, I want to establish a solid foundation in the art and then move forward with that. Thank you though.

 

[Craig Browning]

I'm betting you just looked at the site listings. . .

Did you check with Mark like I suggested? Stevens carries more stuff than most and lots of it is exclusive and for that matter, not available through the on-line listings.

If you can read French you may look up Gerard Majax, he was one of the top Pick-Pockets in the world and for a brief time, the "David Copperfield" of France.