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Tavern Puzzles

Tavern Puzzles® evolved from reproductions of hand-forged artifacts that Dennis Sucilsky came across while researching architectural hardware. As a blacksmith, Dennis was able to use his knowledge of iron-working and tool making for production of metal puzzles.   

The earliest Tavern Puzzles® are based on designs centuries old. New styles are added on a regular basis; some of these are original designs, others are new versions of classics.

The purpose of any puzzle is to provide a challenge, entertainment, and fun. Our collection does all three, on several different levels. 

Tucker-Jones House, Inc. was established in 1975. It is a family business, owned and operated by Dennis and Donna Sucilsky. Dennis Sucilsky is a museum trained, traditional blacksmith. His specialty is 18th and 19th century architectural hardware. In 1980, Dennis began production of metal puzzles. Incorporating both traditional and original designs, the Tavern Puzzle® Collection emerged.
 
Tucker-Jones House, Inc. is the only company that makes the Tavern Puzzle® Collection. Their trademark assures you quality, value, and service.

The Tavern Puzzle's are made from 6mm steel; some include wooden beads. Dimensions vary: 8” to 14” long and 4” to 6” wide.

Weight varies: 12 to 20 ounces.

Answers are available for all the puzzles.

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Tavern Puzzle, Iron Heart

A simple puzzle, often made by apprentices. This variation is based on a description from a Ukrainian shoemaker. (1981)

 

Object: Remove heart

Level: Basic (Group 1)

Item #:  PZ-IRHT

Tavern Puzzle, Black Jack

Their twenty-first design, for the 21st century. For those playing with
a full deck, it's a natural! (2000)

 

Object: Remove shuttle

Level: Basic (Group 2)

Item #: PZ-BLKJ

Tavern Puzzle, Traveler's Woe

pz-tvwo_travwoe

The path to follow seems obvious, but don't be misled. This journey has many obstacles, and it is easy to get lost. (1997)

 

Object: Remove wavy shuttle

Level: Intermediate (Group 3)

Item #: PZ-TVWO

Tavern Puzzle, Blackbeard's Revenge

pz-bkrg_blkbeard

Captain Teach gave no quarter when he plundered and pillaged. Likewise, this hook will leave you hanging. No Kidding! (1993)

 

Object: Remove shuttle

Level: Difficult (Group 4)

Item #:PZ-BKRG

Tavern Puzzle, U-Turn

For official use only. Look both ways, then proceed with caution. Sound horn when approaching blind curves. (1998)

 

Object: Remove ring

Level: Difficult (Group 5)

Item # PZ-UTRN

Tavern Puzzle, Best Ever

pz-best_bestever75e

The last of the interactive designs, and
the cream of the crop. (2008)

 

Object: Remove large ring

Level: Difficult/Complex (Group 6)

Item #: PZ-BEST

Tavern Puzzle, Double Trouble

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Twice the challenge, twice the fun, twice the satisfaction. Named for the blacksmith's twin daughters. (1988)

 

Object: Remove shuttle

Level: Complex (Group 7)

Item #: PZ-DBTR

Tavern Puzzle, Freedom's Ring

pz-free_freedom75e

A sound heard in New York, across the USA, around the world. The blacksmith's most challenging design ever. (2002)

 

Object: Remove large ring

Level: Complex (Group 8)

Item #:PZ-FREE