Difficulty Level: Expert
Half-Hour Puzzle
Half-Hour Puzzle
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A Timeless Classic from a Puzzle Legend
The Half-Hour Puzzle is one of the most beloved designs by Stewart Coffin, a trailblazer in the world of wooden puzzles. Named for the time it might take to solve (though many find it takes longer!), this elegant 6-piece puzzle has captivated puzzlers for decades.
The Challenge
Your goal is simple: assemble the 6 uniquely shaped pieces into a perfect cube. But don't stop there - the included challenge booklet offers dozens of other fascinating shapes to create, from pyramids to abstract forms.
Why You'll Love It
What makes the Half-Hour special is its accessibility. Almost anyone can become absorbed in the tactile pleasure of fitting these smooth wooden pieces together, yet it remains engaging enough to challenge experienced puzzlers. It's the kind of puzzle you'll return to again and again.
Perfect For:
- Puzzle enthusiasts discovering Stewart Coffin's work
- Anyone seeking a screen-free, meditative challenge
- Gift-givers looking for a thoughtful, premium present
- Collectors of classic wooden puzzle designs
Designed by Stewart Coffin, one of the most influential puzzle designers of the 20th century.
SHIPPING
SHIPPING
- Standard Postage is $15 or free for orders over $60.
- Buy any 3 puzzles to get a 4th (up to value $25) for free.
- Express postage is $30 or free for orders over $120
PUZZLE BUYING GUIDE
PUZZLE BUYING GUIDE
We’ve curated the perfect selection of ingredients for your puzzle library at home.
- Selecting 3 or more different puzzles ensures you’ll have something for everyone in the family, keeping hands and minds busy during holidays or while travelling.
- Products are handcrafted with care by boutique production partners overseas using sustainably sourced tropical hard wood.
- All puzzles come with instructions and/or solution and walkthrough videos available below.
DIFFICULTY GUIDE
DIFFICULTY GUIDE
E - A gentle puzzle suitable for younger kids or first time puzzlers.
M - Challenging but approachable for tweens and teens
H - Hard. Teens and adults May take weeks to find a solution
HH - Expert. Teens and adults may take months or even years to solve.
EMH - Puzzle has a range of challenges from easy to very difficult.
BENEFITS OF WOODEN PUZZLES
BENEFITS OF WOODEN PUZZLES
- Apart from being fun and interesting, wooden puzzles develop mental skills like spatial reasoning and creative problem solving no matter your age.
- The tactile nature of wood is often cited as a grounding, mindful break from the screen-saturated world we live in.
- Yes, you can get games and puzzles on your phone but you think differently when you’re holding and moving wooden pieces around.
- Building patience and persistence is a skill that kids can practiced using wooden puzzles as a tool.
- Any family or household will enjoy having a beautiful, enticing wooden object sitting around as a conversation starter when guests are visiting.
