Description

release date: Friday, August 30th at 3PM EST

This version of the pocket box is printed in dark blue. There will only be 14 dark blue pocket boxes. The rest will be black.

A small, portable puzzle that fits right in your pocket, perfect for introducing friends to the world of puzzle boxes. It also doubles as a satisfying fidget toy.

As a puzzle enthusiast, one of my greatest joys is watching others experience the challenge of solving a puzzle box for the first time. There’s something incredibly rewarding about seeing someone crack a puzzle they’ve never encountered before. This inspired me to design a pocket-sized puzzle box that’s as engaging to play with as it is to solve.

I specifically aimed to create a puzzle box the size of a deck of cards, making it easy to carry and irresistible to tinker with. This puzzle is highly interactive, so much so that I often find myself fidgeting with it even when I’m not actively trying to solve it. Its straightforward starting point draws people in, encouraging them to keep going. This is important because if a beginner doesn’t feel like they’re making progress within the first few minutes, they’re likely to give up.

So, how challenging is the Pocket Box? Difficulty can be subjective, so I prefer to talk in terms of solve time. For most beginners, it takes about an hour to solve. Some people have taken longer, especially if they were distracted, like at a party. Experienced puzzlers usually solve it within 15 minutes to an hour.

The Pocket Box is 3D printed in dark blue PLA using silver and gold silk filament as highlights, which reflects light beautifully and catches the eye. It measures 90 x 68 x 24 mm and is printed with 100% infill to ensure a solid, premium feel. Weighing 150 grams, it’s substantial without being cumbersome. The final compartment is empty and is sized to fit a rolled-up bill or a stolen ikea pencil (10 mm in diameter and 86 mm in length).