Tavern Puzzles

Tavern Puzzles, also known as brain teaser puzzles, are reproductions of a type of puzzle once forged by blacksmiths to amuse friends at country taverns and inns. It is believed that perhaps the making of an iron puzzle was sometimes used as a forging exercise for young apprentice blacksmiths.

These brain teaser puzzles are mechanical in nature; removal of the object piece does not rely on force or trickery. Hand made in the USA.

Featured Tavern Puzzle:

Lyons Loop Tavern Puzzle: The original can be found in a private collection in Philadelphia, PA. This puzzle was named after the famous 19th century blacksmith, Patrick Lyon, c. 1840. The object is to remove the large ring. For ages 8 and up. Level: Intermediate Buy Direct

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