First Cross – Wil Strijbos original puzzle
16 January 2020We know Wil for his amazing Lotus, First Box, and other very difficult puzzles. But let’s not forget where it all started. The First Cross.…
Current release from Hanayama in Japan – Slider
The puzzle is to separate the three pieces and put them back together again. When the pieces are lined up just right and you get the movement correct they will slide apart very smoothly. Could the clue be in the name? Perhaps the fact that it was designed by Vesa Timonen is a clue in itself; Hanayama collectors know his work well and know that he loves simple and symmetric movements.
Mid-range difficulty so everyone will be game to have a go. Smaller size so you can take it in your pocket with you wherever you go.
This is the 10th puzzle that Vesa Timonen from Finland has designed for Hanayama.
Top 10 Vote getter in the 2019 Puzzle Design Competition https://johnrausch.com/DesignCompetition/
https://www.mrpuzzle.com.au/cast-slider-hanayama
Two new bolt puzzles from Wil Strijbos
19 January 2015Like many other bolt puzzles the goal is to try to remove the washer. Unlike other bolt puzzles these designs by Wil Strijbos use two…
Puzzle Designer Wil Strijbos
1 April 2013Wil started collecting puzzles in the early 1970’s and by 1980 he had designed his first puzzle and he has not stopped since. He is…
