This puzzle appeared in a book called 'Puzzles Old and New' written by Professor Louis Hoffmann, and published in 1893. The book is regarded as a classic in terms of mechanical puzzles, and quite a few of the puzzles in the book have subsequently been described as Hoffmann puzzles, although in many cases he did not actually invent them. This version of the famous Hoffmann Barrel and Ball puzzle consists of a blue barrel which contains a ball bearing. There is a hole in one end of the barrel, b...

The puzzle has a stand (see second picture) and the goal is to take apart and put the pieces together again. Shipping can 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!

This is one chess puzzle from Hanayama's Cast Puzzle Premium Series. Designed by Marcel Gillen and produced by Hanayama. This is the Silver version and like new. Opened once. Shipping can 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!

This is one chess puzzle from Hanayama's Cast Puzzle Premium Series. Designed by Marcel Gillen and produced by Hanayama. This is the Silver version and new in an unopened package.  Shipping can 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!

Serial #049No banging, no rotational moves, minimal force requiredBuyer pays actual shipping cost

20 moves to remove the first piece. Movement is very smooth.

Hanayama Globe BallNew and SealedAll fees exclusive - questions to kevinfphelan@gmail.comPayment by paypal, Buyers in Europe may pay by bank transfer.Worldwide registered (signed for with tracking number) postage $16 (500g)Combined shipping up to 2kg for $26 with two increments in between, up to 1kg,up to 1.5kg

Part box, part burr, part take apart puzzle. This was the first of Yamamoto's naked boxes and was entered in the ipp competition. The slight damage does not affect functionality.Comes with solution sheet and boxPs buyer to cover PayPal fees. Thanks.

Jailbreak, Bits and Pieces #07-7775. With instructions, but no box. Weighs 12 oz with shipping box, costs $22.75 to ship overseas.

Culax, by Markus Gotz, in original Philos packaging, with instruction sheet. Shipping overseas is $22.75 thanks to our extortionate postal service.

A lovely puzzle box by William Waite, and Rob (so nice he must be a serial killer) Yarger.This is #92 of 100. Booklet included.Ps buyer is responsible for PayPal fees.

This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2008.This is a new version of packing box series. "V" ditch was made on the face.It camouflages the trick. In this packing box, I had to make 3 straps, though this is a small work.

Buyer pays actual shipping cost

Buyer pays actual shipping cost

Trick Box - Hakone - Fuji, by Hakone Maruyama, from Karakuri Group. 

Brand new puzzle in its original packagingA trick opening puzzle where you have to free the spark plug. There is a hint on the puzzle.The solution is not included with this puzzle. Please note that this is a rather large puzzle that weight around 500g 

The Yin Yang Ball is a fairly rare and unusual item, and the manufacturer didn't call it a "puzzle" when they sold it. As a puzzle, it is extremely simple; the four inner rods contain magnets, and keep the two outer shells together. It's a bit of struggle to get it apart, but not terribly so. It's an oddity from the year 2000, originally sold at www.yingyangball.com, which no longer exists. 

25 moves to remove the first piece. Movement is very smooth.

One of the rarest puzzles in my collection. Scott Peterson's simple but elegant puzzle. Beautifully crafted. Time for someone else to enjoy it.

This is an early version of Rocky's pin'n'nut. Made in 1993. It has extra pins on the bottom nut and is maybe 50% larger.Definitely a collectors edition. Solution sheet included.