Minima 1 - Frederic Boucher - Pelikan Puzzles

Minima 1 - A Clever Miniature Packing Puzzle

Embark on a delightful challenge with Minima 1, a compact packing puzzle designed by Frederic Boucher and expertly crafted by Pelikan Puzzles. This elegant puzzle, part of the innovative Minima series, invites you to pack three uniquely shaped pieces into a small box, offering a perfect blend of accessibility and ingenuity in a beautifully crafted wooden format.

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 50 mm by 35 mm by 35 mm (approximately 1.97 inches by 1.38 inches by 1.38 inches).
• Material: High-quality wood (Elm/Wenge), offering a tactile and visually striking contrast.
• Piece Count: 3 uniquely shaped pieces.
• Difficulty Level: Moderate, ideal for puzzlers seeking a focused yet engaging challenge.
• Producer: Pelikan Puzzles, known for precision craftsmanship.

Features:

• Unique Packing Challenge: Pack three pieces into the box, leveraging two unusually placed windows to unlock the solution.
• Premium Craftsmanship: Produced by Pelikan Puzzles with meticulous attention to detail, using high-quality woods for durability and aesthetic appeal.
• Compact Design: Its petite size makes it a portable and visually appealing addition to any puzzle collection.
• Innovative Concept: Part of Frederic Boucher’s Minima series, designed in a 2x2x3 unit format for concise yet challenging puzzles.

Why You'll Enjoy It:

Conceived by Frederic Boucher during his daily train commutes in Tokyo in spring 2020, Minima 1 is the first in his acclaimed Minima series, born from experiments with a 2x2x3 unit format using Livecubes. This puzzle challenges solvers to pack three pieces into a compact box, with two uniquely placed windows serving as the key to the solution. Puzzle enthusiasts, like reviewer Kevin Sadler, praise the Minima series for its clever design and Pelikan’s precision manufacturing, noting the tactile joy of the wooden construction and the satisfying challenge of mastering the puzzle’s mechanics. Perfect for both novice and experienced puzzlers, Minima 1 is a must-have for collectors seeking a concise yet rewarding experience.