Alchemist: Screwdriver

Alchemist Screwdriver – Self-Bending Metal Magic Trick

Bend a real screwdriver with your mind. No switches. No sleights. Just pure, visual impossibility.

The Alchemist Screwdriver is a revolutionary magic gimmick that redefines the classic metal bending plot. Unlike forks, spoons, or paperclips — which spectators might associate with strength or sleight of hand — a screwdriver is solid, industrial, and designed NOT to bend.

That’s exactly what makes this so powerful.

Metal bending with maximum impact.

Imagine handing a cold, solid screwdriver to your spectator. It rests in their open hand. You focus — and slowly, visibly, the steel begins to curve.

They feel it happening. They see it bending. And there’s no way to fake it.

Even strong spectators won’t believe it’s possible — because this isn’t a utensil or novelty item. It’s a tool built to last. Bending it with your mind feels like true superhuman power.

Revolutionary Handle Design = Total Control

What sets this version apart from every other heat-activated gimmick is the handle.

The specially engineered handle allows you to block the heat source until you’re ready to perform.

That means:

• More control over timing
  
• No accidental activation
• Clean, confident performances

What makes the Alchemist Screwdriver different?

• Reinvents the classic plot with a totally unexpected object
• Heat-activated gimmick responds to body warmth
• Performs hands-off — the magic happens in their hand
• Stays straight at room temperature for easy control
• Includes both bend and unbend gimmicks 
• Engineered handle blocks heat until you're ready

FAQ – Alchemist Screwdriver

What is the Alchemist Screwdriver in magic?
The Alchemist Screwdriver is a self-bending magic gimmick that allows you to perform a powerful metal bending effect using a real-looking screwdriver. It's designed for mentalists and magicians who want a visual, hands-off miracle using an object no one expects to bend.

How does the self-bending screwdriver work?
It uses a heat-sensitive metal core that reacts to body warmth. When activated, the metal slowly bends in front of your spectator’s eyes — or even in their hand — without the need for sleight of hand or switches.

What makes the Alchemist Screwdriver different from other bending effects?
Unlike spoons or forks, a screwdriver is an industrial tool that even strong people can't bend convincingly — making the effect feel truly impossible. Most importantly, the Alchemist Screwdriver features a revolutionary handle design that blocks heat activation until you're ready. This gives you complete control over timing, handling, and presentation.

Why is the heat-blocking handle important?
The specially engineered handle prevents accidental activation by insulating the gimmick from heat until you're ready to perform. This makes it safer to handle during presentation and more reliable in real-world conditions.

Is it safe to carry and store?
Yes. It is just like a normal screwdriver except it is made out of specialized metal that changes form due to heat. 

What do I get in the box?
You receive two gimmicked screwdrivers:

• One that bends with heat
• One that unbends back to its original shape
• DVD instruction (digital video stream version available upon request)

Can I use this for close-up or stage?
Yes! The Alchemist Screwdriver is perfect for close-up, parlor, stage, walk-around, or even television. The bending is slow, smooth, and visual — and can be done in the spectator’s hand or completely hands-off.

Do I need to reset the gimmick between performances?
Yes, a simple manual reset is required using cooling and shaping. Each screwdriver is made to return to a specific shape when exposed to body heat:

• One gimmick is designed to bend when heated.
• The other is designed to unbend when heated.

To prepare for performance:

• Cool the bending screwdriver, then manually keep it straight.
• Cool the unbending screwdriver, then manually bend it.

When you're ready to perform, body heat will activate the transformation — either bending the straight one, or unbending the bent one — depending on which gimmick you’re using.

No tools or complex setup needed — just cool, shape, and you're ready to go.