Enigma Hanayama Metal Brainteaser Puzzle Mensa Rated Level 6, for Ages 12 and Up

Not sure I would rate this one's difficulty at level 6, which is supposed to be the hardest puzzles they make. That being said, it was fun to do decipher and it also makes a great fidget toy once you figure out the solution. All of the Hanayama products are extremely well made with exacting tolerances. I have gotten pretty much every one that is available on Amazon and I have not had an issue with any of them being slightly off on the dimensions which then breaks the puzzle.

well made. Easy to solve, difficult to reassemble.

All Hanayama puzzles are of excellent build quality, this one is downright pretty. Mirror polished two-tone finish. Having a collection of MANY Hanayama puzzles, I notice sometimes the "Difficulty Level" is deceiving. Personally I would rate this one a level 4. This does not compare in challenge to other level 6 puzzles, but it still might be worth the buy. I solved this fast but still happy I bought it. It looks very simple, and it kindof is... but it's also TRICKY. If you're new to Hanayama this is a good one. If you've got a collection and conquered other level 6 puzzles, you might solve this fast like i did. Either way it's a very nice one to display after you've solved it. To better test your puzzling skills: "Padlock" is fun and difficult, one of my favorites. "CHAIN" another fave, is tough, simple, but clever. "Quartet" and "Hourglass" are extreme small parts manipulation challenges : ) ~Have fun

This is a well made puzzle and feels good in the hand with no sharp edges.. however, the nuts did get jammed up on the threads while I was finessing it. I had to whack it with a wrench to get the nut loose. Overall it was fairly satisfying if not too tough puzzle.

Bought several puzzles by the company. Good coffee table items for guests. They look so artistic that several parents told their children not to touch them as they thought it was for decoration only. Very durable quality. Suggestion: get an easy puzzle or two to go with the hard ones for the kids to not feel stumped.

My husband does these puzzles all the time but this one was by far the hardest for him. It was a good challenge that he enjoyed.

First things first, this puzzle says "these pieces have a secret: each time their arrangement is changed when recreating the original shape, the solution changes." This is mostly false. It's true that the pieces can be put together in different ways, however the solution is the same no matter how they are assembled. It might *technically* be different, but not in any meaningful way. In terms of build quality: This is a great piece. It looks good, fees heavy and strong. Mine came slightly scuffed up, but it's very minimal to the point where you wouldn't notice unless you were examining the finish of the pieces. The puzzle is smooth and built to last. In terms of the puzzle: This is my first ever puzzle of this type, so I wanted to start strong with a difficult challenge. That's why I bought this puzzle, it is rated 6 of 6. I was able to take this puzzle apart and put it back together within 20 minutes. I'm a little disappointed because I was expecting it to take me an hour or more, but maybe my expectations were set too high. I wish I hadn't read the puzzle's theme before attempting to solve it, as the theme served as a one-word hint which made the puzzle a little easier. The theme is given on one of the paper inserts describing the puzzle that comes with the packaging. I found this puzzle on Puzzle Master and they give it a 9/10 difficulty rating, so if you are looking for the hardest Hanayama cast puzzle I suggest you try the hourglass puzzle. That one gets a 10/10 difficulty rating and is a common result I found when searching online for the most difficult Hanayama puzzle. I can't personally attest to its difficulty, however I liked this square puzzle enough that I've already purchased the hourglass puzzle. At around $10, this isn't a bad deal. You'll get at least 30 minutes of enjoyment and a cool puzzle to toy around with and show to friends. Overall, I'm satisfied with this puzzle though I do with it were more challenging.

So fun

This is a tricky puzzle, but once you get the hang of it you try to solve it faster.

Ainda vou resolver, mas parece promissor.

My son loves these puzzles. I got him some level 6s for Christmas and he is still working on them. I find them a little pricey but they are solid construction and do keep these young adults entertained. Good thing they have a leaflet w all of the models offered.... I cross them off as time goes on, so I don't buy the same ones again.

Complicado de uma forma simbólica, porque você pode deduzir os movimentos corretos por uma abordagem mais observadora e "filosófica", senão você fica apenas em tentativa e erro e isso seria uma abordagem bastante demorada, imatura e desnecessária.

My first puzzle. Took us a few days to solve. Has not lost its charm after that, it still is tricky to get into the right combination when properly scrambled. Will be getting more of these when on sale.