Among the information that can be found, the Color-Changing Knives can be traced back to 1930 and usually credited to the illusion master, Walter Jeans.

For the next ninety years, due to its extremely versatile effect, as well as its ease of use, and unique audience interaction, the color-changing knives are very well-loved by the magic world. Countless top magicians perform the color-changing knives as part of their professional repertoire, and some have secured a spot in the famous World's Greatest Magic series.