Escapology

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Escapology in its purest form is generally related to rope work, and problems are set with rope, cord, or string. However, professional escapologists' tricks will include anything from handcuffs, rigged or otherwise, to chains, mailbags, or even, in the case of Harry Houdini, prison cell.

Items such as straitjackets are a staple feature in any show, either in rigged or official versions. Although many cuffs sold in toy stores or adult stores don't even need a key to release, similar types can be opened with any thin object, such as a watchmaker's screwdriver, by pushing up from the keyhole towards the chain of the handcuffs.

Handcuffs can be secured by various methods against these kinds of attacks. Hinged handcuffs are designed to prevent twisting the wrists. Applying the cuffs so that the keyholes face upwards, towards the captive's elbows, reduces the possibility of escape. Putting the person's hands into thick gloves or mitts before applying the handcuffs inhibits the use of fingers.

One of the best ways to prevent a bound person from escaping is to secure the thumbs together; another good way is to secure his elbows. When thumbs are bound, the hands are effectively turned into paws, and cannot be used to untie knots or handle keys. Thumbcuffs, thread or fine cord can be used to do this. Wrapping the hands into balled fists with tape, preferably thicker varieties like duct tape or electrical tape, is also effective.

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