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Letter S Dissection Puzzle | 5-Piece Wood Brain Teaser

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$5.96 $7.95 In stock

Letter S Dissection Puzzle - A Classic Brain Teaser

Can you form the letter S with just 5 precision-cut pieces? The Letter S Dissection Puzzle is a fascinating brain teaser based on a 1921 puzzle design, rediscovered and brought back to life thanks to Mike Tanoff. This unique puzzle is a must-have for dissection puzzle enthusiasts and lovers of classic wooden brain teasers.

How It Works

The goal is simple: use the 5 interlocking pieces to create the letter S. A small template is included to help define the final shape. Sounds easy? Don’t be fooled, this puzzle will challenge your spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills!

Features & Details

  • Historical Puzzle Design: Originally called the “New Letter S Puzzle,” first published in 1921.
  • Precision-Cut Wooden Pieces: Crafted from 5/32” maple MDF for durability and a smooth finish.
  • Compact & Portable: Measures approximately 5” x 3” when solved.
  • Solution Included: Stuck? A solution guide is provided.
  • Perfect Gift for Puzzle Lovers: Ideal for brain teaser enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone who loves a good challenge.

Perfect for Gifting

The Letter S Dissection Puzzle makes a thoughtful and unique gift for:

  • Brain teaser lovers looking for a new challenge.
  • Puzzle collectors who enjoy historical designs.
  • Teachers & educators introducing students to spatial reasoning puzzles.
  • Anyone who enjoys solving classic wooden puzzles.

Made in the USA

Each puzzle is designed and handcrafted in our Hudson, Florida workshop, ensuring top-quality craftsmanship and precision cutting. Bring home a piece of puzzle history today!

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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Samuel B. ★★★★★

I left it on my desk and three coworkers got hooked trying to solve it before lunch. The five wooden pieces fit together surprisingly snug, and the 1921 design still stumps almost everyone I hand it to.

Robert L. ★★★★★

The precision-cut pieces fit together so satisfyingly that I found myself disassembling and reassembling it for an hour past my bedtime. It's tougher than it looks for such a compact puzzle, but the "aha" moment when the S finally clicks is genuinely rewarding.

Joshua ★★★★★

This little S-shaped challenge has kept me and my coworkers quiet for a full lunch break—the five precision-cut pieces fit together so satisfyingly. Knowing it’s based on a 1921 design makes it feel like a piece of history, too.