Karate Key by Craig Petty and Seth Race

Push Your Spectator’s Finger Straight Through a Solid Key!

See it. Feel it. Believe it. This jaw-dropping illusion delivers some of the strongest reactions we’ve ever seen from a key trick.

“Revolutionary! This is the coolest everyday carry I’ve ever seen.”
 - Alex Jesson (Matricks Illusion)

“Craig’s new Karate Key is the perfect addition to any key-magic routine — a powerful visual finale or a punchy standalone moment of pure astonishment. The new handling that ends with the key on the spectator’s finger is genius and guaranteed to wow.” -  Phill Smith

“Cobra Craig has done it again! More key magic than Yale & Chubb! It’s organic, practical, and the perfect EDC. I can’t wait to perform it. Brilliant!”
 - Steve Gore

“Craig’s taken a killer visual and built it right into a key — which is perfect, because this trick unlocks some serious reactions. Everyday carry, everyday awesome.”
- Jamie Williams

“With coins disappearing from pockets, it’s great to have a classic reborn in a modern, everyday object. This one’s definitely joining my Keymaster set.”
- Roddy McGhie

“The key ends up on their finger! I’ve never seen anything like it. Absolutely brilliant.”
- John Morton

“Let’s be honest - it doesn’t matter what any of us say. The Keymaster series already reigns supreme in key magic, and this new addition is spectacular. Karate Key is destined to be huge.”
- Chris James

The Effect

Your finger melts through the face of a solid brass key as if it were passing through air. Then just as impossibly the key restores itself and can be handed out for full examination.

Inspired by David Roth and expanding on the legendary Keymaster line, this stunning piece of visual magic is always ready to go right from your pocket.

Here’s what happens:

Why You’ll Love It

Karate Key is 100% sleight-of-hand driven — no threads, no magnets, no nonsense — just pure, powerful magic that creates unforgettable reactions.

Designed by Craig Petty and Seth Race, this updated classic fits perfectly with your existing Keymaster routines or shines as a powerful standalone effect.

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