3D Wooden Puzzles – Mechanical Models and Puzzle Boxes

The Lab's 3D wooden puzzle collection brings together models that you build yourself, piece by piece, from laser-cut and engraved plywood sheets. Once assembled, they are more than just beautiful: the music box plays its melody, the safe opens with its three-dial code, the ballista fires its projectiles, and the aperture of a secret box opens like a camera lens.

Assembly is done by interlocking pieces, following an illustrated manual: a soothing moment of concentration, away from screens, resulting in a decorative object to place on a desk, shelf, or bedside table. These kits are intended for adults and teenagers aged 14 and up, and make original gifts for fans of mechanics, DIY, and secret-compartment objects.

What you will find here

• Music boxes and gramophones to build
• Code safes, combination chests, and secret boxes
• Mechanical models: motorcycle, airship, ballista
• Wooden globe to assemble

For more hands-on challenges, discover our puzzles and desk toys, or explore the entire Lab.

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