The idea for the Escalating Box came from a couple of different mechanisms I'd been fooling around with. I was going to release them as two fairly simple separate boxes but realized that I could put them both into one trickier box. I made a poll on our Facebook Group and everyone overwhelmingly voted for a single, more difficult box. Done and done!I got to the drawing board and realized not only could I put both mechanisms together, but that they would interact making the sum more difficult th...

Manvell's IPP32 Exchange (Washington, D.C.). The goal is to separate the monument from its base.Buyer pays Paypal or wire transfer fees, as well as the shipping cost (calculated after the auction)

Confetti Box was designed to cap off 2019, a great year which saw us make more puzzle boxes than we ever have before. It's festive, it's surprising, it's abrupt! This box went through several prototypes and redesigns, and I'm quite happy with the final result. The operation is a new concept for me and I'm eager to see how much of a challenge it proves to be.This puzzle has a unique bevel on the Padauk top, which does not affect the function or the solve.These puzzles are extras and oddballs that...

"Paradox Box" seems easy at first. Movement here...movement there...what you need to do is immediately apparent, but seems impossible to achieve. Creative thinking will be needed to discover the surprising solution.This puzzle is shipped assembled.For multiple items, combined shipping is available. Simply message me once you are finished bidding and I will send an invoice.*********************These puzzles are listed as part of the Reserve Puzzle Program: for each newly released puzzle on Cubicd...

Buyer pays actual shipping costs (to be determined from location)From Cubic Dissection original description:The idea for the Escalating Box came from a couple of different mechanisms I'd been fooling around with. I was going to release them as two fairly simple separate boxes but realized that I could put them both into one trickier box. I made a poll on our Facebook Group and everyone overwhelmingly voted for a single, more difficult box. Done and done! I got to the drawing board and realized ...

Buyer pays actual shipping costs (to be determined from location)From Cubic Dissection original description:Small Box One - "Window Box" is a devious drawer tucked into a box with lots going on for its size. The large hole in the box serves as a window into the mechanism...careful observation and experimenting is necessary to reveal its secrets. I'm very happy with how this box turned out, the mechanism works flawlessly and repeatably once you know the scoop.The construction of this puzzle is st...

Van Grol's IPP34 Exchange (London). A real chinese tea box, containing 10 tea bags (English Breakfast and Earl Grey, hence T-42). The goal is to open the box and to enjoy a cup of tea.Buyer pays Paypal or wire transfer fees, as well as the shipping cost (calculated after the auction)

In a Cage by Shiro Tajima.Winner of jury honorable mention in 2017 Nob Yoshigahara Puzzle Design Competition.Goal is to remove the box from the Cage.Comes in original box and solution available upon request. It is possible to wedge the puzzle after solving; more information will be provided to the buyer. Proceeds to be donated to a Houston based benevolent organization. Buyer is responsible for the cost of shipping which is calculated at the end of auction as well as paypal fees.

United States Marine Corps Puzzle BoxThis unique puzzle box was a commemorative gift to the 242nd division of the United States Marine Corps. It's nicely decorated with gold inlay on the top and a metal inlayed emblem on the front.  The puzzle box comes with a solution sheet included inside the box.Shipping will be calculated at auction close, so please allow time for that before sending payment. Buyer is responsible for PayPal fees. If you have any questions just send me an email. Many thanks!

Puzzle BoxI cannot remember who designed or crafted this puzzle box, it is marked inside C.B.S.  The unique feature is the hand finished wood burning Japanese symbols on the top and bottom of the puzzle box.Shipping will be calculated at auction close, so please allow time for that before sending payment. Buyer is responsible for PayPal fees. If you have any questions just send me an email. Many thanks!

Bits And Pieces Puzzle BoxNice Puzzle box from Bits And Pieces, no solution provided.Shipping will be calculated at auction close, so please allow time for that before sending payment. Buyer is responsible for PayPal fees. If you have any questions just send me an email. Many thanks!

Codex Silenda Special Edition PuzzleThis is the Kickstarter 7 page Special Edition Codex Silenda Puzzle.  Codex Silenda features seven intricate puzzles. Each page features a unique puzzle that requires the user/reader to unlock the corresponding bolts in order to progress to the next page. As you progress through the book, a story engraved on the back of each page, begins to develop. The story follows the adventure of an apprentice of Leonardo Da Vinci as the student stumbles onto Da Vinci’s...

Robert Yarger's renowned Chopsticks Box in bloodwood and maybe redheart.  This is from one of the later production runs and includes usable chopsticks.

USA only - No International ShippingBars Box IIby Hideaki Kawashima / Karakuri Creation GroupThis is one in a series that Kawashima has been exploring.A Christmas gift from 2018Stored in a closed cabinet in a smoke free home.

USA Only - No International ShippingTopless Box by Eric FullerThis one will definitely keep you thinking...Description from the Cubic Dissection website:Originally released in very limited numbers in 2012, Topless Puzzle Box was my contribution to the legendary Apothecary box. I always loved the design and decided to make another batch for the many newer collectors who have been unable to find a copy.I've seen a fair number of boxes and this one has what I believe are some unique characteristics...

51 Pound Puzzle BoxOn Cubicdissection.com Facebook page, Eric had a poll asking puzzlers what puzzle they would like Eric to manufacture again.  The 51 Pound Puzzle Box was requested by several people but down from the top of the list.  I found mine, packed away, and have decided to sell.  I solved it again, and the movement is very smooth.  It opened, and there was note as described in Eric’s original description.  Unfortunately, the link provided to a hidden page on Eric's website no l...

High quality, hand made, beautifully finished and decorated cricket box, made from hardwood, acquired in Shanghai.  See specifications for measurements.  These boxes are pocket sized and well suited for a wide variety of small items, personal effects and/or display.From https://www.chinatravel.com/facts/chinese-cricket-culture.htm"Crickets are a key component of Chinese traditional culture. The tradition of favouring singing insects and fighting crickets has ancient roots and has been handed ...

**SPECIAL** 1985 Tortuous Box (Oak) #3 by Akio Kamei.Objective is to open the puzzle box and locate the secret compartment with the artist's hanko.  Finishing and movement are excellent.  Includes original box labeled "Kamei #3 Oak".Early original 14 move puzzle box, very unusual mechanism, Kamei's hanko inside.Detailed original solution diagram is included.The founding Karakuri craftsman, Akio Kamei, began producing fine wood puzzles in the 1970's in Japan.  A museum quality example of Kam...

Brass Pyramid is a 3 piece Doug Engel design, produced here in solid brass in its original box with solution.Mahalo!NEW THIS AUCTION   FREE BONUS PUZZLE(s) will be added to the Winner's shipment as follows:$1 to $99 = 1 puzzle$100 and up = 1 Hanayama puzzle and 1 puzzleNo specific puzzle type, model or condition is guaranteed for Free Bonus Puzzles.Bidding constitutes acceptance of the terms specified in the Shipping tab for this item; you must review this prior to bidding.International Ship...

The Brass Cannon puzzle is a sequential discovery puzzle, was designed in the 19th century.  It is based on a wooden version called “Cannon and Ball” described in  Hoffmann's book "Puzzles Old and New" in 1893.  This piece is believed to have been manufactured in the 1990s, made from solid turned brass and cast alloy.Like a real cannon, the goal of this puzzle is to get the cannonball out of the barrel. You can see and hear the ball rattling around but the opening is slightly too smal...