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Enigma II Encryption Machine Small | STEM Cryptology Tool

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Precio normal$36.95

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All standard orders normally ship within 1 business day.

Custom orders normally ship within 2 business days.

Descripción

This is an encryption machine that will allow you to encrypt your own messages and in addition we have provided 8 secret messages for you to try and solve.
Send and receive secret messages to anyone who has a machine. It's quite easy to use but creates messages that can be extremey difficult to decode. Complete instructions on how to use the machine are provided.
Hardwood construction with gears cut from ¼” thick wood. All letters and text are deeply laser engraved into the wood. The gears turn on alloy steel pins. Made in USA and designed to last a lifetime.
Available in 2 different sizes. This listing is for the size small which measures approx. 9.4” x 3.2” x 1”. Each gear is approx. 2.7” in diameter.
Also available on a different listing is a larger size made from Sapelli wood and maple. It measures 12.75” x 4.5” x 1”. Each gear is approx. 3.7” in diameter

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To encode a message:
1. Define the gear order such as 7 (spokes) - 6 - 5 as shown above
2. Create a 3 letter key word and put gears on pins with letters of keyword at each respective arrow. In the example above the keyword would be ZCK.
3. The 3rd gear (right side) is the Output Wheel, or the gear that defines the unencoded letter. Turn this gear such that the first letter to be encoded is at the arrow.
4. Record the encoded letter on the 1st gear at the top arrow. In the example above the letter “K” would encode to “Z”
5. Turn the Output Wheel to the next letter to be encoded.
6. Record the encoded letter on the 2nd gear (middle gear) at the top arrow.
7. Repeat this process going back and forth between the 1st and 2nd gears.
Note that encoded messages are commonly grouped in blocks of 4 letter with no regard for word spacing or punctuation. Once the letters are decoded it is relatively easy to see the words.
8. OPTIONAL: you can make your message even more secure if you change your Key code during the course of the message. There are many ways to do this. For example you might have a key phrase that contains 3 key words. (such as “Pet the Dog”)
Then after every 12th letter you change the wheels to match the next key word. The first key setting would be PET, then THE, then DOG. Repeat this process moving through the key words and then starting over. It greatly increases the security of the message.

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Product Specifications

Dimensions
9.4 × 3.0 × 1.0
Materials
Wood
Difficulty Level
Hard
Age Range
Teens (13-18 years), Adults (18+ years), Kids (6-8 years), Tweens (9-12 years), Seniors (65+ years)
What's Included
Enigma base (1), Enigma gears (3), Instruction sheet (1), Worksheets (2), Messages to decode (3)
Gift Occasions
Christmas, Birthday, Holidays
Personalization Available
Yes
Puzzle Type
Enigma Machine, Escape Room
Category
Educational Learning Tool
Availability
In Stock

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Enigma II Encryption Machine Small?

It is a working wooden encryption machine that lets you encrypt your own messages using a set of geared cipher wheels.

How does it work?

You set the gear order and a 3-letter key, then turn the output wheel to each letter and record the encoded letter from the gears. Full step-by-step instructions are included.

Are any messages included?

Yes. We include 8 secret messages for you to try to solve.

Can I send messages to a friend?

Yes. Anyone who has their own machine can send and receive secret messages with you.

How secure are the messages?

It is easy to use but creates messages that can be extremely difficult to decode. You can increase the security further by changing the key partway through a message.

What is it made of?

It is hardwood construction with gears cut from 1/4 inch thick wood. All letters and text are deeply laser engraved, and the gears turn on alloy steel pins.

What size is the small version?

The small size measures about 9.4 by 3.2 by 1 inch, and each gear is about 2.7 inches in diameter.

How is it different from the large version?

The larger version is made from Sapelli wood and maple, measures about 12.75 by 4.5 by 1 inch, and has gears about 3.7 inches in diameter. It is sold on a separate listing.

Who is it for?

It suits code and cryptography fans, STEM learners, escape room builders, and anyone who enjoys sending secret messages.

Where is it made?

It is made by Creative Crafthouse in our Hudson, Florida workshop and built to last a lifetime.

Can I personalize the Enigma II Encryption Machine?

Yes. The Enigma II Encryption Machine can be personalized with a custom laser engraving. Add a name, date, or short message when you order. See our laser engraving page for details and examples. For a custom logo or artwork, request a quote for custom work.

How fast does it ship?

Standard orders ship from our Florida workshop within 1 business day. Personalized orders ship within 2 business days.