Topless Box (2020)

DESIGNER: Eric Fuller MATERIAL: Striped Quartersawn Sapele, Birdseye Maple, Paduak RELEASE DATE: 12.16.2020 EDITION: 50 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. 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 , 50 copies will be available with our upcoming Wednesday, December 16th release at 3pm EST (UTC-5). The second batch will be available in January 2021. Each box is signed and dated. Topless is priced at $229 and ships assembled. Our work is handcrafted to very prec