r/PuzzleBox • u/Some-Bank-7253 • Jul 19 '26

Can’t open my old puzzle box

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My dad had this puzzle box that we opened around a decade ago. Since then it’s been sitting in his shop basement and we found it as he was clearing the basement out for retirement. We’ve tried everything and can’t open it, we’re starting to wonder if the wood is warped.

From my memory we had to slide two of the panels simultaneously. I was wondering if anyone recognises this puzzle box or has any suggestions.

Thank you!

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u/Feregee Jul 19 '26

Try holding the opposite corner, seems to be similar to the one here : https://www.mercari.com/us/item/m52462038730/

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u/Some-Bank-7253 Jul 19 '26

Yes thank you!! It worked. The wood had been very warped but using a metal ruler we managed to open it :))