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Palm transfer

Palm transfer

Palm transfer

A “palm transfer” refers to the act of secretly moving an object, such as a card or coin, from one hand to another while maintaining its concealment. The palm transfer technique is a critical component of many magic routines, allowing magicians to reposition objects for subsequent sleights or reveals without alerting the audience. The transfer is executed with precision and fluidity, often under the guise of natural hand movements or gestures, ensuring it remains imperceptible. Palm transfers are used in conjunction with various palming techniques, such as the classic palm or finger palm, and require extensive practice. Palm transfers rely on misdirection and natural choreography to disguise the motion, making the palm transfer appear incidental rather than deliberate.