“The Grand Vizier” This puzzle is a exchange puzzle by Pavel Curtis for the International Puzzle Party 22 held in Antwerp, Belgium 2002 Description:1. Put all 16 pieces in frame A2. Put 8 pieces in frame B  Packaging: Zip lock bag.Preliminary estimate of shipping costs from the Netherlands.   Netherlands: from 0 - 2 kg max. approx. $ 13.50 Europe 1: from 0 - 2 kg max. approx. $ 23.00 to Belgium, Germany, France, (incl. Corsica and Monac...

Akaki's Picnic is a wonderfully creative Packing Puzzle. The goal is to pack each 3x3 cube into the Picnic Basket so that all pieces are flush. Assembling the cubes outside the basket is trivial; the challenge comes when you try to fill the container. The handle of the basket blocks your progress, causing you to analyze the situation and think outside the box.Akaki named the cubes after different foods you might find at a picnic. Each has a unique solution, representing a range of difficulties. ...

Amulet is a tricky and interesting variation on the standard six piece burr. To quote Allard's blog post about it: "He's fiddled around with a standard six-piece burr and added a few constraining voxels around the middle and shorted one of the axes... adding those voxels makes all the difference it turns out – without them there'd be 144 solutions, with them the solution is unique... and quite tricky!"Construction of this puzzle is excellent, with a nice fit that will tolerate a fair amount of...

I'm a sucker for puzzles which take a common shape and do fun things with them. I especially like puzzles with cage constraints...they look good and can drastically increase complexity. Attis is a good example of that...by introducing a very simple cage, the solution of a straightforward burr becomes level 15.14.4. The contrast between the purpleheart and yellowheart makes it a looker!Construction of this puzzle is excellent; fit is dead-on, not too loose, not too tight.Note: Slight color fading...

Another great one from Belgian burr builder Alfons Eyckmans, Barzoi is a very unique design. A twelve piece burr with interaction between the inner and outer components almost as if it behaves like a nested burr. Six outer pieces overlap six inner pieces with an offset on each axis to make this puzzle stand out when assembled.The solution is only a moderate level 13.2.1.1.1.2. Don't let that fool you, this puzzle is difficult! With a few different multi-piece movements, disassembly alone is a gr...

De Kas is a very challenging ten piece burr puzzle by Alfons Eyckmans. Four eight unit burr pieces interlock with two larger board pieces and four congruent smaller board burr pieces zig-zagging inbetween to make a very unique final shape. The design is in a similar style of Alfons' puzzles we have made in the past, specifically Spiral and Steps. With a level 24.2.2.2.2.2.2.2.4 disassembly alone is a tough task with a few dead ends towards the start.The puzzle was made from a very nicely sourced...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

I love unusual burr puzzles, and the shape of Cobalt immediately grabbed me. I hadn't seen one that looked anything like it before. After checking out the design and solution, I was doubly impressed. The tricky level 12.8 solution is made even more difficult by the unfamiliar interactions between pieces bent at 90 degrees. I decided to make it from two contrasting woods, mostly for the looks but also to give a bit of a hint to the solver.Construction of this puzzle is outstanding! Fit is very pr...

De Kas is a very challenging ten piece burr puzzle by Alfons Eyckmans. Four eight unit burr pieces interlock with two larger board pieces and four congruent smaller board burr pieces zig-zagging inbetween to make a very unique final shape. The design is in a similar style of Alfons' puzzles we have made in the past, specifically Spiral and Steps. With a level 24.2.2.2.2.2.2.2.4 disassembly alone is a tough task with a few dead ends towards the start.The puzzle was made from a very nicely sourced...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

Up for Auction is Free Me 7, a wonderfully clever take apart puzzle designed and crafted by Joe Turner. This puzzle was the 2021 Turner Christmas Puzzle with about 200 made. Some went to family and friends.  About 150 have made it out to the puzzle community. Note: This copy is number 133. Original solution & info card from the manufacturer is included but not photographed. It is still sealed and unopened. ************************************************************These puzzles are extras an...

De Kas is a very challenging ten piece burr puzzle by Alfons Eyckmans. Four eight unit burr pieces interlock with two larger board pieces and four congruent smaller board burr pieces zig-zagging inbetween to make a very unique final shape. The design is in a similar style of Alfons' puzzles we have made in the past, specifically Spiral and Steps. With a level 24.2.2.2.2.2.2.2.4 disassembly alone is a tough task with a few dead ends towards the start.The puzzle was made from a very nicely sourced...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

Up for Auction is T13, Trick Lock 13 by Rainer Popp. Puzzle was solved and stored, patina did develop. Polished and waxed using British Museum approved products. Some light scratches and faint patina are present upon close inspection. There are two dings noticeable from far away. One on the front face and one on the beveled edge on the front right side, see photos for detail. Other than that the puzzle is in excellent condition. Additional photos are available by email upon request. Note: Orig...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

Initially released in 2012, Topless Box is a favorite we never tire of recreating. The solution is tricky and surprising. Upon inspection Topless Box immediately presents a conundrum: with two lids and no top or bottom, how can it be opened? Where do you even begin?The mechanism may be deduced without the use of external tools. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. Once opened, the elegant mechanism is visible to the solver, and you'll...

De Kas is a very challenging ten piece burr puzzle by Alfons Eyckmans. Four eight unit burr pieces interlock with two larger board pieces and four congruent smaller board burr pieces zig-zagging inbetween to make a very unique final shape. The design is in a similar style of Alfons' puzzles we have made in the past, specifically Spiral and Steps. With a level 24.2.2.2.2.2.2.2.4 disassembly alone is a tough task with a few dead ends towards the start.The puzzle was made from a very nicely sourced...