This bank was made in Japan, right after World War ll, during the occupation, around 1948. It is a further manifestation of a mid to early 19th century tradition of hiding documents and money in boxes with "tricks" and a multiplicity of "moves" to unlock a box or trunk.Stamped Tanaka patent 918Needs some glue on non moving sides

Windmill Puzzle - Laser Cut Wooden Puzzle by Robert Longstaff Workshops, EnglandVery hard.Shipping is $4 UK, $15 elsewhere.

Designed by Wil Strijbos this is Hanayama's Menji branded anti-slide puzzle called Caramel Dice.There are numerous challenges involving 13, 14 and 15 pieces. This puzzle also comes with actual Menji Caramel Dice sweets (12 of 16 remain unopened, but please do not eat them... they are from 2008!Fantastic condition and an absolute gem for collectors.Shipping is $6 UK and $18 Elsewhere

Bus Stop is a fantastic example of celebrated puzzle craftsman Osamu Kasho’s singular combination of playful Karakuri design coupled with delightful puzzling mechanic.  There’s a bus.  There’s a stop sign.  We all know what a vehicle does at a stop sign.  How does this play out here?  Figuring that out is the key to opening the box, and even with the solution being connected to the puzzle’s theme it can still take some time to figure out the key step.  And it’s beautiful, craft...

This gorgeous, ENORMOUS Karakuri comes from their 5th Idea Contest.  This Karakuri tightly couples its theme and solution, and has fantastic shelf presence.  It depicts a thermos container decanting liquid into a cup.  How can you stop the flow?  Answer the question and you’ll open the box.   To the best of my knowledge this is the first time it has ever been available via auction.  All original packaging included. Karakuri product description: Fill the teacup with hot water from t...

Kyoko Hoshino has a distinctive style within the Karakuri Creation Group, with puzzle boxes that often possess a story-telling nature.  The story for Ramen delivery box is pretty direct: Can you fully open the delivery box?  The puzzle has a delightful solution, plus gives you a cool twist when you have to reset everything back to start with the delivery tray returned to the delivery box.  All original packing material is included. Karakuri product description: This work was designed for a...

Takarabako Puzzlebox by Rick Jenkins (Stickman apprentice)A rare chance to own a special sequential discovery puzzle with some unique tricks crafted in 2018.  The box in a lattice box construction is quite unusual but presents the Japanese Takarabako (treasure chest / strongbox) theme in a very immersive experience.Kevin Sadler says "The Takarabako Puzzlebox is the first independent creation by the Stickman apprentice, Rick Jenkins. An email went out from Robert saying that Rick was producin...

Twist Box P-57 by Akio Kamei (Karakuri)Kamei crafted the top in beautifully patterned tochi (Japanese horse chestnut); box in walnut, magnoliaNew in original box with all inserts.  Details here: P-57Shipping by USPS, payment via Zelle, check or money order.  If you have any questions, please ask them before bidding. :-)   See all active listings here: metagrobology : the study of puzzles

Octopus 33 by Osanori Yamamoto / PelikanMade by Pelikan in Bubinga, Wenge and Garapa.  33.6.6.8 move count.  Shipping by USPS, payment via Zelle, check or money order.  If you have any questions, please ask them before bidding. :-)   See all active listings here: metagrobology : the study of puzzles

Original idea by Yosuke TanakaHand-crafted by Hideaki Kawashima (Karakuri Creation Group)https://karakuri.gr.jp/en/products/co-9-3/Object:  open to find the secret compartmentNote, all plungers operate fine for both storage and solution.  Please see videos here:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RDen3cwUjuV2kjz2KGQBpQ7LPr-5YUZ5/view?usp=drivesdk and   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TSE9vEfJmqpcKimJigW8X36Tni3-LtI6/view?usp=drivesdk (caution, second one shows solution).Free shipping from...

Boxed Box by Bill Cutler / Jerry McFarlandThis is a Cutler design, crafted in 1995 by Jerry McFarland. Very rare.  The box is marked as shown "JM 95" and is stamped with serial number 6.  Pieces made from mahogany, maple, oak and walnut.23 different pieces with 69 different edge lengths form a rectangular block with no voids.  This is impossible with less than 23 different pieces.  These pieces all pack into an extraordinary clamshell box with a perfect fit - only if everything is packed pr...

Trouble with a Pencil (IPP27) by Kathleen MalcolmsonBox, lid, 5 pieces, ball, pencil.  Two challenges - pack the box with 5 pieces + ball; next pack the box with the pencil in the hole and the ball and all 5 pieces inside.  Excellent and rarely seen puzzle adapted from Serhiy Grabarchuk's original design and nicely crafted by Kathleen Malcolmson in 2007.Caution: this puzzle may cause ... trouble.Shipping by USPS, payment via Zelle, check or money order.  If you have any questions, please ask...

Detour Box DA-5 by Daiki Arimura (Karakuri)The drawer opens a little bit, but it won't open fully. Can you guess how to open it?New in original box.  Details here: DA-5Shipping by USPS, payment via Zelle, check or money order.  If you have any questions, please ask them before bidding. :-)   See all active listings here: metagrobology : the study of puzzles

Hologram 8 180 by Jochen Valett DesignsThis is an original Valett 10" diameter geometrically based sculpture crafted in stainless steel. It is suitable for display or for hanging as a mobile - it is fascinating to enjoy as it spins slowly catching light.The German artist Jochen Valett invented numerous individual objects and various architectural works.  The purpose of the artistic work was to devise objects that primarily thrived on movement, provided joy, and were easy to understand.As new in...