| Information | Description |
|---|---|
| Name: | Powder Keg |
| Brand: | SiamMandalay |
| Level (Complexity): | Easy (4) |
| Type: | Wooden Puzzle |
| Object: | Take apart and put back again |
| Number of components: | 11 |
| Estimated time: | 1-2 Hours |
| Size: | 2.75×2.75×2.75 in |
| Packaging: | cardboard 4×4×4 in |
| Materials used: | Wood |
| Safety: | Small parts, possible choking hazard, sharp edges |
Visual Description
Before you ask that question — no, Powder Keg by SiamMandalay is completely safe and cannot explode if you do something wrong. This puzzle is advertised like something with a hidden explosive mechanism, but it is just a smart metaphor for losing patience while trying to solve it. Or at least we’d like to think of it that way.
Powder Keg is a great wooden puzzle with a simple, yet intimidating design. The different wooden parts come together to form a somewhat chaotic, but aesthetically pleasing wooden pattern.
The fragrant coniferous smell is also there and add up to the cool overall image of the puzzle.
Main Features
That is one of the puzzles that is much harder to put back together rather than disassemble.
The disassembly part is quite straightforward. One just need to fiddle some parts back and forth and the Keg will seemingly take itself apart.
The very important thing is to memorize the way you move the parts so it will be easier to put it back together.
There are 11 different parts, with 2 base, 6 outer and 3 inner parts that you will need to assemble.
Conclusion
A great puzzle that is not very hard and is suitable for beginners. Good quality and reasonable price makes this simple model a great entry to SiamMandalay line-up.
Where to buy
Check prices for SiamMandalay Powder Keg
Assembly Tips
- It is very important to be as consistent and methodological with this kind of puzzles.
- Try to document all your steps — write down what you before or after you progress further.
- The reassembly is much harder so make sure to remember all your steps when taking it apart.
- Download full PDF Solution with pictures to Powder Keg here.
- Watch full Powder Keg solution video below.
Important Notes
- SiamMandalay donates a portion of every sale to outreach supports those less fortunate, supporting schools, orphanages and camps.
FAQ
- Detailed answers on Frequently Asked Questions about SiamMandalay puzzles you can find here.
- If you still have questions, ask them in the comments. We will answer in detail and include them in the FAQ list.
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