159-A Seven-Piece Hexsticks, Improved : Stewart Coffin
USD 133.00
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| b****a (35 ) | USD 133.00 | 09/18/2022 11:31:53 |
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Description
159-A in Stewart's numbering scheme. Five pairs of pieces are joined and this puzzle has a tricky disassembly. The note in the box this comes from suggest it was made by Eric and I'm inclined to agree. Eric made 40 of these in 2008 (https://cubicdissection.com/products/seven-piece-improved-hexsticks) this looks like the Paduak version. As Eric said at the time "Mr. Coffin called this the optimal design of the various Hexsticks varieties. It has a single solution which is serially interlocking and even contains a tricky non-linear move. Moderate to difficult to solve, and a lot of fun.". I've disassembled this one and have been unable to find a signature but I am not aware of anyone else ever having made this design (aside from Stewart Coffin of course!)
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This is one of a number of rare/collectible/hard to find puzzles that I (Steve Nicholls) am selling on behalf of Ethel Brokenshire. Those who knew Laurie will understand how well these have been looked after. The puzzles are being listed with modest starting prices, please bid generously.
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I will be happy to combine shipping if you win multiple items.
Specifications
- Designer
- Stewart Coffin
- Craftsman / Manufacturer
- Stewart Coffin
- Material
- Mahogany
- Unit of Measurement
- Centimeters
- Size
- 10
- Grade
- (B) Solver: Minor to moderate flaws apparent upon close inspection.
- Cosmetic Issues
- -
- Function
- (2) Excellent: Very slightly loose or tight, no force needed, no alignment issues.
- Functional Issues
- -
- Repairs
- No
- Packaging
- N/A
- Documentation
- No
- Assembly
- Assembled
- Smoke-free home
- Yes
Payments & Returns
- Payment Methods
- PayPal
Postage & Shipping
- Item Location
- EN7 5NY, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
- Ships To
- Worldwide
- Shipping Instructions
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Shipping will be calculated and charged at cost after the auction ends. As a broad guideline I would expect shipping to the US to be around $30-35 for a fully insured, priority service. Combining shipping will add 5 or 6 USD per additional kg and around 1% of final bid price for insurance.
Payment by paypal is accepted but payment by wise/bank transfer will be preferred to minimise fees and improve exchange rates.
Payment by wise/bank transfer preferred though paypal accepted.
- Returns Accepted
- No