RELEASED:2.17.2016PRODUCED:62 CopiesDESIGNER:Gregory BenedettiCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:PurpleheartCOMMENTS:With the invention of the NOS (New Old School) puzzle series, Gregory took the six piece burr format and turned it on its head. The only thing more noteworthy than the uniqueness of the series was how difficult they are to make. When he sent me the plans for them a year ago, I turned him down because it just looked like a nightmare to manufacture. I wasn't wrong...BUT...Gregory came up...

RELEASED:5.27.2013PRODUCED:40 CopiesDESIGNER:Logan KleinwaksCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Walnut and Ash Cages, Cherry or Holly or Maple piecesCOMMENTS:When Logan sent me the first puzzle in this series, the Bookend puzzle, I was very impressed. The concept was interesting, the solution tricky, and of course the finished puzzle displayed very nicely. He then followed it up with three more complimentary designs, each with a unique solution. I knew immediately I wanted to make them, and so now I'm...

RELEASED:5.14.2014PRODUCED:42 CopiesDESIGNER:William HuCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:AformosaCOMMENTS:This deceptive puzzle looks like a standard six piece burr, but is in fact a three piece burr with tricks up it's sleeve. Each piece is made up of two standard burr pieces "welded" together. Modest in difficulty this is nonetheless an interesting idea and a worthwhile addition to any collectors shelves. The level 4.2 solution makes it appropriate for newer puzzlers.Fit is precise; may be tight i...

RELEASED:8.14.2014PRODUCED:47 CopiesDESIGNER:Ray StantonCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Walnut, Maple, SapeleCOMMENTS:Ray took the Slideways design and went a lot further down the road with his Double Slideways design! With two sets of three identical notchable pieces, it's very tricky and confusing to solve. This was Rays exchange puzzle for IPP this year and from what I hear it was very well received. A limited number have been finished and prepared for sale here; when they're gone they're gone!...

RELEASED:4.15.2015PRODUCED:20 CopiesDESIGNER:Oskar van DeventerCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Various Exotic HardwoodsCOMMENTS:Every five years or so I make a small batch of this puzzle. I'm proud to be able to offer it at a very low price this time due to economies of scale with the Matchbox Play Six. Oskar's Matchboxes has always been one of my favorite designs. In terms of originality, interesting appearance and overall kickassness (yes I just made that word up) very few puzzles come close. No...

RELEASED:4.15.2015PRODUCED:44 CopiesDESIGNER:Tom JollyCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Wenge, HollyCOMMENTS:Another brilliant Jolly design. Bundle of Sticks is very non-traditional in appearance, and a lot of fun to solve. One stick comes out easily enough. The other three create a set of gates which must be maneuvered before the puzzle can be filly disassembled into its five pieces. The solution is a unique level 13.6! Once solved, this puzzle displays very nicely given the extraordinary contrast ...

RELEASED:11.3.2015PRODUCED:25 CopiesDESIGNER:Yavuz DemirhanCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Walnut, Maple, CherryCOMMENTS:his puzzle was my exchange gift at IPP this year. Designed by Yavuz, it's a simple but fun interlocking distraction, with a level 6.3.3.3 solution. Please note that this puzzle is not laquered, but has a natural wood finish.The construction of this puzzle is very good, with a reinforced frame and a snug fit. It may be a bit tight in very high humidity situations.25 copies made f...

RELEASED:11.3.2015PRODUCED:25 CopiesDESIGNER:Tim AlkemaCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Birds Eye Maple, Walnut, Maple, PaduakCOMMENTS:this one! The solution is not super difficult, but it's a lot of fun and a very satisfying quick little distraction.The construction of this puzzle is very very nice; I'm particulary happy with how it turned out. The birds eye maple box is beautiful and strong, with shouldered joints and a floating bottom.25 copies made for sale, each signed and dated. This puzzle i...

RELEASED:10.2.2012PRODUCED:30 CopiesDESIGNER:Gregory BenedettiCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Ash / MoraCOMMENTS:This is a nifty little puzzle. Not too tough, but fun to solve and it looks good displayed. I thought the idea was interesting, and there is a "big brother" version with the 2 cage pieces wrapped around a six piece burr that I plan to follow this up with.Construction is robust, with each joint reinforced by a small .05 shoulder. More work to make this than it looks like - it wasn't just...

RELEASED:2.13.2013PRODUCED:40 CopiesDESIGNER:Yavuz DemirhanCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Walnut / RosewoodCOMMENTS:When I saw this design (along with "Core") I knew immediately I wanted to make it. I like packing puzzles, but the old "put the pieces in the box" can get old. Begonia definitely has a twist to it - the "box" has three axes! The most interesting part of the solution is figuring out how to deal with the corners where the plane switches. Tricky but not insanely difficult, and a lot of...

RELEASED:5.14.2014PRODUCED:39 CopiesDESIGNER:William HuCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Paduak, Maple, Walnut, Leopardwood, Yellowheart, PurpleheartCOMMENTS:William brough two fresh ideas to the table for this update...the Two Wheeled Cube and this one, the "Ring Lock". The goal is to make a 5x5x3 assembly. While the level 2.3.4.4.3 solution isn't very high, the rotation involved is very tricky and unlike any I have seen before. Once the puzzler starts solving it it becomes clear that most of the p...

RELEASED:7.26.2013PRODUCED:32 CopiesDESIGNER:Stewart CoffinCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Bloodwood, Maple, Bubinga, Wenge, Chakte Viga, Yellowheart, Purpleheart, Paduak, MahoganyCOMMENTS:The half hour puzzle is a Stewart Coffin classic, and if you don't have a copy in your collection you really should. Although this puzzle is fun and approachable by anyone, it's far from simple. The pieces were deliberately chosen to be as tricky as possible, and there is only one solution. Mr. Coffin has this t...

RELEASED:11.27.2013PRODUCED:40 CopiesDESIGNER:Osanori YamamotoCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Walnut / Imbuya or Jatoba/PurpleheartCOMMENTS:Pair Dance is a fun little distraction with a level 14 solution. It's not nearly as difficult as that may sound since there are only two pieces. Approachable and interesting, I'm glad I made this little gem!Each puzzle is made of solid exotic woods, beveled and finished. Fit is just right, not too tight nor loose.40 copies made for sale, each signed and dated....

RELEASED:8.14.2014PRODUCED:42 CopiesDESIGNER:William HuCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Jatoba, Maple, AcrylicCOMMENTS:Even though I knew it would be a difficult project, I couldn't resist making this puzzle. It's a very unique concept and execution. The acrylic maze piece must be removed, and the three key pieces are simultaneously manipulated to achieve the goal. Very tricky and very interesting looking, this puzzle begs to be solved.Construction was tricky...the solid side spine and endgrain key...

RELEASED:8.14.2014PRODUCED:42 CopiesDESIGNER:William HuCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:White Oak, Chakte Viga / WalnutCOMMENTS:This seemingly simple puzzle uses a very interesting and difficult type of rotation. Ultra tricky and not like anything I've tried before. Level nine and fun...watch out, this one will have you pulling your hair out! Construction was tricky...the solid side spine and endgrain key pieces were fun to make, but very labor intensive. Fit is excellent; may be difficult to solve...

RELEASED:3.27.2013PRODUCED:35 CopiesDESIGNER:Ishino KeiichiroCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:PaduakCOMMENTS:I had not made a standard six piece burr in a long time, and was feeling the urge. But which to make? So many good candidates out there. I knew I had to choose one that most of my customers did not have, but I also wanted to pick one that was fairly complex and interesting. While shopping around I came across Ishino's Unique 4.6 Moves design, and I knew I had a winner. Notchable and with a s...

RELEASED:12.16.2015PRODUCED:55 CopiesDESIGNER:Gregory BenedettiCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:MapleCOMMENTS:With the invention of the NOS (New Old School) puzzle series, Gregory took the six piece burr format and turned it on its head. The only thing more noteworthy than the uniqueness of the series was how difficult they are to make. When he sent me the plans for them a year ago, I turned him down because it just looked like a nightmare to manufacture. I wasn't wrong...BUT...Gregory came up to m...

RELEASED:4.15.2015PRODUCED:40 CopiesDESIGNER:Bill CutlerCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Canarywood, Purpleheart, PaduakCOMMENTS:Another classic Cutler burr, I chose to interpret this one with more colorful woods than the usual cherry/walnut/maple. The size is also a bit smaller so it doesn't crowd your shelves.Here is what Bill has to say about the Visible Burr design: I like to design burrs which are difficult to take apart. This requires irregular notches in the pieces, and I usually like to hid...

RELEASED:9.20.2013PRODUCED:38 CopiesDESIGNER:Goh Pit KhiamCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Cherry, WalnutCOMMENTS:This puzzle is a groundbreaking and highly anticipated design. Only 30 copies have ever been made in the past, and Brian at Mr. Puzzle sold them out very quicky. The Ternary burr consists of 22 pieces, with over 90 notches and and grooves. The unique solution requires 75 moves to get the first piece out, and over 90 moves to completely disassemble the puzzle. A very difficult work of ar...

RELEASED:11.29.2012PRODUCED:38 CopiesDESIGNER:Eric FullerCRAFTSMAN:Eric FullerMATERIAL:Striped Quartersawn Sapele / Quilted Maple / PaduakCOMMENTS:Several years ago Robert Yarger and I threw around the idea of collaborating on a massive project. We both were interested in making a complex Apothecary style box with many drawers and a sequential discovery style solution. He threw out a crazy idea - why don't we get a bunch of other puzzlemakers to chip in, and have each drawer unique? Having been ...