Calibron 12 | Theodore Edison's Impossible Wooden Puzzle

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Regular price$38.95

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All standard orders normally ship within 1 business day.

Custom orders normally ship within 2 business days.

Description

Calibron 12 is a handcrafted wooden brain teaser originally designed in 1933 by Theodore Edison. Fit 12 uniquely shaped pieces into a perfect square. There is only one correct solution.

Each puzzle is hand-cut from ash, maple, walnut, and other fine hardwoods, with laser-engraved markings for a precise fit. Ships unsolved. Includes a printed solution guide for when you have exhausted every other idea.

  • 12 unique wooden pieces.
  • Difficulty: Expert. One of the hardest puzzles ever designed.
  • Engrave up to 45 characters on the puzzle box at checkout.
  • Gift for engineers, puzzle collectors, mathematicians, and serious puzzle solvers.
  • Browse more challenges in the expert wooden puzzles collection.

Handmade by Creative Crafthouse in Hudson, Florida.

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Add a personalized laser engraving to your puzzle or game.

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Product Specifications

Materials
Wood
Difficulty Level
Impossible
Age Range
Adults (18+ years)
Piece Count
12
What's Included
Puzzle base (1), Puzzle pieces (12), Wood cover (1), Instructions and solution sheet (1)
Cognitive Benefits
Brain Training
Gift Occasions
Christmas, Birthday, Holidays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Thank You and Appreciation
Personalization Available
Yes
Puzzle Type
Assembly, Dissection, Logic
Category
Brain Teaser Puzzle
Availability
In Stock

Personalize It!

Did you know we can add a custom laser engraving to every puzzle and game? Well, we can. Add a personal touch to your gift with a name or message.

Personalized laser engraving

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Calibron 12?

A handcrafted wooden brain teaser originally designed in 1933 by Theodore Edison. The goal is to fit 12 uniquely shaped pieces into a perfect square. There is only one correct solution.

Who designed Calibron 12?

Theodore Edison, son of Thomas Edison, in 1933. Creative Crafthouse produces this faithful reproduction by hand in Hudson, Florida.

How difficult is Calibron 12?

Expert. Considered one of the hardest puzzles ever designed.

What materials are used?

Each piece is hand-cut from ash, maple, walnut, and other fine hardwoods, with laser-engraved markings for a precise fit.

What is included with the puzzle?

Twelve uniquely shaped wooden pieces plus a printed solution guide for when you have exhausted every other idea.

Does Calibron 12 ship solved or unsolved?

Unsolved. Half the fun is putting it together.

Can I personalize Calibron 12?

Yes. We laser engrave up to 45 characters on the puzzle box at checkout.

Where is Calibron 12 made?

Handmade by Creative Crafthouse in our Hudson, Florida workshop.

Is Calibron 12 a good gift?

Yes. It is one of our most popular gifts for engineers, puzzle collectors, mathematicians, and serious puzzle solvers.

How fast do orders ship?

Standard orders typically ship within 1 business day. Personalized orders usually ship within 2 business days.