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Professor Puzzle: The Case of the Sherlock's Lock Brain Teaser

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The Case of Sherlock’s Lock Puzzle is a tactile mechanical brainteaser by Professor Puzzle, inspired by Sherlock Holmes. Using a small key, the player must move internal blocks in a particular sequence to release a lock and outwit Moriarty’s cunning scheme. Once solved, the puzzle can... Read More

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Professor Puzzle: The Case of the Sherlock's Lock Brain Teaser

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The Case of Sherlock’s Lock Puzzle is a tactile mechanical brainteaser by Professor Puzzle, inspired by Sherlock Holmes. Using a small key, the player must move internal blocks in a particular sequence to release a lock and outwit Moriarty’s cunning scheme. Once solved, the puzzle can be reset for repeated play, making it both a challenging and re-playable experience.

Constructed from solid materials and designed to be highly portable, the puzzle measures approximately 105 × 73 × 15 mm and weighs around 280 g. It includes step‑by‑step solution guidance and is suitable for ages 12 and over, making it a perfect gift for fans of detective tales and logic challenges.

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Barcode: 5056297244011

Publisher: Professor Puzzle

Mechanical puzzle primary mechanism: Lock / combination, Sequential / maze

Puzzle theme: Books

Puzzle type: Brain teaser, Puzzle box

Recommended age group: 12 years or older

Toy game material: Wood, Metal

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Weight: 0g

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