Topless Box (2020 Second Release)

DESIGNER: Eric Fuller MATERIAL: Striped Quartersawn Sapele, Birdseye Maple, Paduak RELEASE DATE: 1.25.2021 EDITION: 90 Copies Released SIZE: 3" Topless Box by Eric Fuller was my contribution to the legendary Apothecary Puzzle Chest . Topless is an unusual challenge; with two lids and no top, how can it be opened? The solution is tricky and will surprise you. Originally released in 2012, we found strong demand with our re-release last year and decided to make one more batch for newer collectors who have been unable to find a copy. No bumping, banging, shaking, spinning, gravity moves, or excessive force is necessary or allowed. This batch of Topless was constructed from a plank of very nice striped Sapele which shows a lot of shimmer via chatoyance in the grain structure. A slight modification to this release should result in more dimensional stability by the use of the same Birdseye Maple on the inside and outside of the lid panels. Reviews: Neil's Blog and Video , Puzzle Pusher , Puzzle Paradox , Jerry's Collection , 90 Copies are available. Each Puzzle is signed and dated. Topless Box ships assembled. This is the final release for current production. Our work is handcrafted to ve