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BePuzzled | Nutcase Hanayama Metal Brainteaser Puzzle Mensa Rated Level 6, for Ages 12 and Up
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Brand | Bepuzzled |
Puzzle type | Assembly and Disassembly |
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 144.0 |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Product Dimensions | 2"L x 8"W |
About this item
- The ''nuts and bolts'' appearance of the Nutcase Puzzle from Hanayama is deceptively simple
- First, figure out how to disassemble the 2 small nuts - then reassemble them but change the word order
- Hanayama is known worldwide for challenging puzzles and quality manufacturing
- Level 6 puzzles are considered very difficult by most puzzlers
- BePuzzled is more than just jigsaw puzzles - it's puzzle-plus
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2 x 8 x 0.1 inches |
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Item Weight | 4 ounces |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B0038BHZW4 |
Item model number | 30864 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 12 years and up |
Best Sellers Rank | #8,297 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #24 in Assembly & Disentanglement Puzzles |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Release date | November 30, 2023 |
Department | Math & Word Games |
Manufacturer | University Games |
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The "nuts and bolts" appearance may lull you into believing this to be a straightforward puzzle, but it is a total brain drain. Inventor Oskar van Deventer presents two challenges: 1) remove the small nuts by disassembling the nutcase, and 2) change the order of the wording on the bolts from "nut-case" to "case-nut." Hanayama of Japan, maker of the world's finest cast puzzles, chooses from designs by master puzzle inventors for their challenging line of cast metal brainteaser puzzles. Hanayama are known for their extreme attention to detail, high finish quality, and creative, clever and innovative styles in six degrees of difficulty from easy to expert. Complete the first task of taking the puzzle pieces apart, then try to figure out how to get them back together and return the puzzle to its original state. Can you take it apart? Now try and put it back together!
From the Manufacturer
Hanayama has done it again, with the cast metal Nutcase Puzzle. The ''nuts and bolts'' appearance of the puzzle may trick you into believing it's simple to solve. But this brainteaser is a total brain drain. Designed by Oskar van Deventer, the puzzle presents two challenges. First, remove the small nuts by disassembling the nutcase. Then, reassemble it, but change the wording from ''nut case'' to ''case nut.'' We've included the solution along with your puzzle just in case you find yourself stumped. This amazing brainteaser puzzle is just one of the many intriguing puzzles from Hanayama. Rated Level 6, considered very difficult by most puzzlers. BePuzzled is more than just jigsaw puzzles. It's puzzle-plus. Not only do we develop interesting jigsaws, but we also apply our University Games game development expertise, using it to build special added value into our products. You'll find a wide range of entertaining puzzles for children and adults.
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About BePuzzled
BePuzzled offers several collections with innovative designs and varying levels of difficulty to challenge players and grow with each puzzler’s improved skill level. Our 3D puzzles offer challenging collections which encourage puzzlers to build, collect and display their puzzles as works of art.
Hanayama Cast Metal Brain Teaser
Level 6 Puzzles
Hanayama cast puzzles are some of the world's finest brain teasers. These high-quality, cast metal puzzles come in six challenging, Mensa-rated levels of difficulty.
These Level 6 puzzles are considered very difficult by most puzzlers. Hanayama puzzles are recommended for ages 12 and up.
- Hanayama is known worldwide for challenging puzzles and quality manufacturing.
- Can you take the pieces apart, then put them back together again?
- Hanayama Cast Puzzles brought to you by BePuzzled.
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6
Elk
'At the end of the 19th century, Britain experienced a huge puzzle craze. I managed to pick up a number of the puzzles famous from that period in flea markets, despite their rarity. Based on these original puzzles from Britain’s famous puzzle period, this is one that we have successfully revived in its new form. The key word here is 'antlers.' Can you free the antlers… and then put them back together again?'
-Nob Yoshigahara, 1986
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - Chain
'There’s a whole of wisdom wrapped up in this Oskar Deventer masterpiece. The three pieces can be separated and then joined again in their original form. What’s special about this puzzle is that it can be solved three different ways, depending on which of the three pieces is chosen as the middle piece. Solving this puzzle requires an especially subtle kind of working of the pieces, the kind that often leaves the victim struggling in frustration. Keeping in mind its chainlike behavior and using your feeling to your advantage is the best way to attack this. The key word is 'chain.'
-Nob Yoshigahara, 2002
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - Enigma
'America in 1975, the somewhat swirled pieces of this puzzle by Eldon Vaughn must be disjoined and then put back together. I once found a smaller version of this puzzle about twenty years ago in America, but considered it impossible to solve at the time. We have made a new version maintaining the difficulty of the original and licensed it for the Cast Puzzle series. This is without a doubt among the most difficult of all puzzles. The key word is 'twist.' Don’t use too much force… the pieces should just slide apart.'
-Nob Yoshigahara, 2004
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - Infinity
This puzzle is called Infinity not only for its appearance, but also because its movement continues endlessly until the pieces are taken apart. Even though it looks simple, solving this puzzle will entertain you for hours. Hanayama cast metal brain teasers have 6 levels of difficulty, and each puzzle is Mensa-rated. By Finnish designer Vesa Timonen.
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - News
'I came up with the idea for this puzzle when I was 19 years old. It just came to me during a stroll home in the snow, truly a creation of my youth. Unfortunately, saying anything here about its construction would give away how to solve it. I certainly can’t disappoint the fans that have come to expect frustratingly difficult puzzles from me. Besides, the fans that refuse to accept any link of hint are those who make me the happiest! The key word is 'needle.'
-Nob Yoshigahara, 2003
Chain
Enigma
Infinity
News
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - Nutcase
There are two goals to the Cast Nutcase created by the Dutch puzzle inventor, Oskar Deventer: 1. Remove the small nut by disassembling the Cast Nutcase. 2. Cast puzzle enthusiasts (nutcase) can enjoy trying to change the wording on the bolt from 'nut-case' to 'case-nut.' The key word is 'interlocking.'
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - Quartet
'True bonds has always been hard to form but once formed, such bonds are eternal and hard to break. My original version was created with this image in mind, but the puzzle was completed into a Cast Puzzle with a bond that is truly difficult to unravel. How would you go about breaking and forming this bond? There are two approaches to this puzzle and I challenge you to both! The key word is 'bond.'
-Uyematsu, 2007
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - Square
This puzzle consists of 4 pieces that are combined to form a square. Will you be able to take it apart? What’s more, these pieces have a secret: each time their arrangement is changed when recreating the original shape, the solution changes. Are you up to the challenge of completely solving the riddle of this square? The theme of this puzzle is 'orientation.' Created by Finland’s Vesa Timonen.
Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzle Level 6 - Trinity
With this puzzle, each piece is entangled with the other two pieces. Its organic design without a grip is interesting. Since there are combinations other than those pictured, we hope you enjoy trial and error. Designed by puzzle writer Kyoo Wong of Hong Kong.
Nutcase
Quartet
Square
Trinity
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Customer Reviews |
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Difficulty: | Easy | Fairly Easy | Moderate | Challenging | Difficult | Very Difficult |
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Customers like the gift-giving possibilities of the puzzle. They say it's a great gift for those seeking a challenge and for those who like challenges. Customers also appreciate the elegant design and unique solution. However, some customers have mixed opinions on size, value, and difficulty level.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the puzzle. They mention that it's well built, heavy, and a fun challenge. Some say that it is perfect for puzzle enthusiast beginners or someone looking for a cool conversation piece. They also appreciate the excellent craftsmanship and the semi-antique appearance. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Fun for Everyone: Whether you're playing alone or with friends, this puzzle is a blast. It's a great way to have fun and test your brainpower...." Read more
"This was a “dirty Santa” gag gift for adults and it was fun, everyone trying to solve it." Read more
"...You can't go wrong with this puzzle. Perfect for puzzle enthusiast beginners or someone simply looking for a cool conversation piece." Read more
"This is a great puzzle for adults...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the puzzle. They mention that it's elegant, unique, and well-designed. Some appreciate the semi-antique appearance and excellent craftsmanship. Overall, customers are happy with the product's appearance and find it to be a nice desk fidget.
"...And it looks cool 😎..." Read more
"...So yea… this thing is cool, and I’d buy it again. I was able to solve it in about ten minutes. Maybe I got lucky. Scratch that...." Read more
"...I love the shape and the looks of it as with most hanayamas. No complaints about anything other than the difficulty rating...." Read more
"...a puzzle to add to ones puzzle collection based on it's unique design and solution. I only wish it was 100% consistent when solving...." Read more
Customers find the puzzle a great gift. They say it's easy to complete and a good challenge for those seeking it.
"Hanayama cast puzzles make great gifts for those seeking challenge. This one doubles as a fun fidget toy...." Read more
"...But thought about it old trick but new twist so to speak. Giftable for a collection, extremely thick heavy so be careful when spinning and flipping..." Read more
"My 17 yr old son figured it out in about ten minutes. Cute gift but easy to complete for most people and then the fun is over." Read more
"...This is a great gift to a puzzle oriented person, but maybe a little too tough for a beginner if you want them to enjoy it and potentially stick..." Read more
Customers like the weight of the puzzles. They say they are very nice, heavy, and solid. Some customers also mention that the puzzle is small but heavy, making it a great size to play with. Overall, customers are satisfied with the weight and feel of the product.
"...It's made of metal and feels solid. You can play with it a lot without it breaking...." Read more
"...of these Hanayama puzzles, and my biggest takeaway is the solution never requires strength...." Read more
"...puzzles are very well made, nicely durable and they have a nice weight to them, The overall quality makes it worthwhile to spend time on solving..." Read more
"The puzzle itself is built very well, and is heavy. It can be very difficult to figure out if you are a novice and are not a big puzzle solver...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the difficulty level of the puzzle. Some mention it's the easiest to solve, while others say it'll definitely test your skills. The threads are easy to cross-thread, but the puzzle is incredibly difficult and takes time to figure out.
"...Just in the sense that it’ll be difficult for a beginner, yet likely somewhat basic for someone with anything more than a bit of Hanayama..." Read more
"...The solution is simple, but elusive and is fun to demonstrate to the frustrated party after hours of shaking and fiddling with it...." Read more
"...I can say as an 'of average intelligence' male, this puzzle is incredibly difficult and it will definitely test your aptitude and motor skills...." Read more
"...At first it was really hard, but when I figured it out, it was super easy and was so surprised at how simple it really was...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the puzzle. Some mention that the size is just right, not too big or too small. They also say that it fits in the palm and is hard but perplexing. However, others say that the puzzle is a bit smaller than they thought and that it's hard to fit their balls in it.
"It really is a unique device, fits in the palm and is hard but perplexing to figure out simply because there is not very many moving parts...." Read more
"I absolutely LOVE this puzzle! It's nice and compact, very sturdy and strong, and all the pieces move freely with no binding...." Read more
"...This one requires near millimeter precision to do right without getting jammed. Would not recommend for young kids or first-timers." Read more
"...There’s no unintentional movement or wiggling, the pieces fit together very nicely...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the puzzle. Some mention that it's worth the money, affordable fun, and has variety. However, others say that it was a huge waste of good money, a waste of energy, and a gimmick.
"...The diameter is a about the size of 1.5 oreos, and it was spendy for something that small. Yeah, weird item to choose for measurement...." Read more
"...Good price. This one will keep you thinking...." Read more
"...Very unique solution, but once you solve it once it gets boring, like most puzzles." Read more
"...Great thing about Hanayama is the variety and prices...." Read more
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Strong and Durable: This puzzle is really well-made. It's made of metal and feels solid. You can play with it a lot without it breaking.
Fun for Everyone: Whether you're playing alone or with friends, this puzzle is a blast. It's a great way to have fun and test your brainpower. Overall, I'd say it's a winner!
He loves puzzles and this one has entertained him for a bit now.
His fave is the infinity puzzle and I think this seems to be his runner up.
He typically solves puzzles pretty quickly so I love it when I find him one that he plays with for a while.
And it looks cool 😎