The Goal of the puzzle is to remove the ring.The solution is connected with the design appearance so its a nice hint to find slowly what to do. This puzzle Won the 1st prize in the International Puzzle Competition 2011 IPP31 in Berlin

#49 of 100This is a hefty aluminum puzzle with a very special lock. No force, no banging, no centrifugal moves. The object is to retrieve several items inside the puzzle, undo the lock, and then return everything to its original state. Very interesting mechanical design.The reason why this puzzle was titled "Pleasure and Pain" was because, in its original configuration, it was possible to get completely stuck. Solution included. Emergency key to get unstuck (which I purchased from Strijbos ...

One panel of this lock is tight.From Puzzlemaster.ca original description:Made from solid metal, this Trick Lock is more complex than it appears, and unlike regular locks, a key is not the only answer. The hidden mechanism is deceiving and requires a more careful inspection to unlock it. These locks are hand made, there are slight variations in each lock. These are replicas of ancient Indian locks. They are made to look old but are brand new.

Akio Kamei's Karakuri Club Christmas present for 2015

Hiroshi Iwahara's Karakuri Club Christmas present for 2015

The object is to separate the 2 pieces of the cross. Puzzlers experienced with the classical version will find that Strijbos has added an extra element that makes this more difficult. Also, it is produced with very high quality in metal, as collectors of Strijbos' creations are used to.From William Strijbos' original description:I first came up with this idea in early September (2015), actually pretty late In early September! (A company in Switzerland wanted to use my First Cross puzzle as a v...

The object is to remove the heart shape from the box. It's not a puzzle box in the traditional sense, but more akin to the Haselgrove box. The internal shapes must be shifted around correctly to release the heart.When I first got this box, it got stuck inside because the fit was too tight. Brian Pletcher graciously took the puzzle apart, sanded it down so that it worked, and glued it back together. Thanks Brian! The result of all this disassembly and reassembly is that there is a noticeable...

Robert & Norman's Exchange Puzzle from IPP22 Antwerp.I'm selling these as they are duplicates in my collection following a purchase of the complete set of IPP22 exchange puzzles.The shakers were made from Walnut and Red Oak by Perry McDaniel. The puzzles come complete with solution sheets and storage bags. Some of the text on the black (pepper) bag is a little worn though is still legible. These puzzles were made in a limited edition of 250 and includes Pepper Shaker #70 and Salt Shaker #67....

It is a puzzle from the 80s and is patented by Claus Fohlmeister. It is a coin bank. To open the bank you have to know the trick, but it is not a simple trick .You need more then 4 steps before you can open it!!!Shipping cost is< 500g world 5.25 $< 1kg world 10.5 $ I will combine shipping cost if you have more then one puzzle.You have to pay the paypal fees.

SECRET KEY PUZZLE BOXThe Secret Key Puzzle Box was designed and crafted by Gene Dobberstein. This puzzle box takes its looks from a vintage puzzle box design but incorporate tools and a sequential discovery sequence to solve its secrets. I count at least 13 steps to solve, and it is made of Walnut and Maple. A solution sheet is included with the puzzle box. Shipping can be calculated at auction close, so please allow time for that before sending payment. Buyer is responsible for PayPal fees....

Matthew Dawson's IPP 32 exchange puzzle, made by Brian Young of "Mr Puzzle". Multiple steps in this small sequential discover puzzle.

From Eric: 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 between the lightest wood available and one of the darkest.This puzzle is very well made with ...

BOB PENKO PUZZLE BOXThis unique puzzle box comes with a treasure map and 3 hand crafted keys. The solver needs to use the 3 keys to open the puzzle box using clues provided in the treasure map. The puzzle box is ornately crafted with inlay and many interesting design features. No solution is provided, but I can assist the solver in email if required.Shipping can be calculated at auction close, so please allow time for that before sending payment. Buyer is responsible for PayPal fees. If you h...

NAKED SECRET BOX "RED"This is the original Naked Secret Box designed by Akio Yamamoto that was Meiko Kimura's exchange puzzle at IPP 34. It takes 9 moves to open the puzzle box. It comes with a storage box and solution.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!

A clever puzzle box with 24 moves to open. Number 7 out of a series of 40 boxes. Signed by the creator. Original voice recording intact (it can be changed).

This is the first edition holly version. Has been played with, but still fits extremely well and no damage.

Cross Box by Robert Yarger. The puzzle's 17 blocks must be manipulated to find the 2 secret compartments. The solution takes a minimum of 20 moves and has a designer's difficulty rating of moderate. Woods used are Bloodwood, Purpleheart, Beli, Maple & Walnut. Puzzle is in like-new condition. Limited edition: #16 of 30 made. Includes original information card. Buyer to pay actual shipping and insurance charges, and all PayPal fees, if applicable. Western Union is okay, if buyer pays th...

Jigsaw puzzle - comes apart in a non-trivial way. Exchange puzzle from IPP14.

Another great puzzle box from Ron Locke. This one is 9 moves to open. Not as difficult as his others but beautifully crafted with wooden inlay in the sword (see pictures). Nice tight fit.This one is #3 out of 30 boxes created and is signed by the creator

Wooden take-apart to release an internal penny.