Classic Force Modification

What I am about to describe is a variation of the Classic Force, developed by Josh Earp. It has several advantages to the traditional Classic Force. For one, it’s easier to move the card into the spectator’s hand. It also looks more natural when you spread the cards. One more thing; before you start reading this, you should already know how to do a Classic Force. This isn’t a replacement, it’s a modification.

1. First off, here’s the position you need to be in. The deck needs to be in left-hand dealers grip, with the card to be forced side-jogged about ½ inch to the right. You can cover the fact that it’s side-jogged by either holding it in Biddle Grip with your right hand or just tilting the deck to the right. There are several ways to get into this position, If you’re doing an Ambitious Card routine, you can side-jog the card while putting it in the middle of the deck. If you have a break under the card, you can use your left fingers to side-jog it, like in the side-steal.

2. Once the card is side-jogged, push up on the card from underneath using your middle and ring fingers.

3. Now, begin to spread the cards into the right hand.

4. Once you reach the card to be forced, use your middle and ring fingers to maneuver the card (As well as the spread), into a position where the spectator will take the card.

You will use the same technique as with the standard Classic Force to have a spectator take the card, but since you don’t have to control the card with your thumb, the process will look much more natural, and the spectator won’t suspect anything.

Move Created By: Josh Earp
Article Created By: Shane Wiker