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Dodecagon Dilemma | Impossible Wooden Math Puzzle

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Precio normal$42.00

Difficulty: Impossible

Our Impossible Puzzle Series, our hardest tier.

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Delivery and Shipping

All standard orders normally ship within 1 business day.

Custom orders normally ship within 2 business days.

Descripción

Dodecagon Dilemma is a handcrafted wooden math brain teaser by Creative Crafthouse. Twelve numbered wooden discs sit in a rectangular wooden base with a fitted cover. The mechanism is edge-matching: the numbers on adjacent discs must align. There is one correct arrangement.

Each disc is precision laser-cut from contrasting hardwoods with engraved numbers around its edge. Ships unsolved with the printed solution included for emergencies.

  • 12 numbered wooden discs in a rectangular base with a cover.
  • Mechanism: edge-matching. Difficulty: Expert.
  • Typical solve time: 45 minutes to several days.
  • Includes: rectangular puzzle base, 12 discs, wood cover, and instructions/solution sheet.
  • Engrave up to 45 characters on the base.
  • Browse more challenges in the math puzzles or expert wooden puzzles collections.

Handcrafted by Creative Crafthouse in Hudson, Florida.

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Product Specifications

Materials
Wood, Metal
Difficulty Level
Impossible
Age Range
Adults (18+ years)
Piece Count
12
What's Included
Puzzle base (1), Puzzle pieces (12), Wood cover (1), Instructions and solution sheet (1)
Gift Occasions
Christmas, Birthday, Holidays, Father's Day, Mother's Day
Personalization Available
Yes
Puzzle Type
Math, Logic, Edge Matching
Category
Brain Teaser Puzzle
Availability
In Stock

Personalize It!

Did you know we can add a custom laser engraving to every puzzle and game? Well, we can. Add a personal touch to your gift with a name or message.

Personalized laser engraving

a puzzle being laser engraved with personalized text by creative crafthouse

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This wooden math puzzle receives overwhelmingly positive reviews. Customers praised the "excellent quality" and "terrific craftsmanship," noting it's "beautifully made" with fine wood finishing. The puzzle provides a genuine challenge, ideal for math enthusiasts. Reviewers highlighted fast shipping and secure packaging. Minor feedback noted discs could align slightly better.

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  • 5 stars: 48 (96%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Amy

Quality looks terrific. Wish I had bought this for me. Lol.
Christmas gift.

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Susan

Bought this for a friend and he is going to love it! Came well wrapped, the wood appears finally finished, and it's just like the pictured product. I've purchased from this shop in the past and they have never disappointed!

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Etsy customer

Puzzle is well made and is a wonderful gift!

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Etsy customer

Great gift for someone who solves puzzles far too easily. Everyone has been having fun playing the different games bought from this shop. Thank you.

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Gwenaelle

Au top ! Tres beau produit !

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Sue Ward

High quality item, will bring hours of fun!

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Kathleen Cauz

Have bought a few now. Great quality and craftsmanship.

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Barbara

A perfect math puzzle for someone for Christmas... well made, well packed... arrived quickly... Thank you!

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Tiffany Robinson

Item arrived quickly and looks like the picture.

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rebecca edwards

Very quick shipping. Solid well made wood puzzle.

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BusyIzzy

Quick shipping, excellent quality! Can’t wait to see if my cousin can figure it out!

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Carol

Great quality! Looks challenging and I can't wait to give it as a Christmas gift! Thank you!

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Courtney

This was well-received by the recipient.

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Debra

Will make a great gift. Can’t wait for the boys to see

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Betsy Riley

Made the perfect gift for a math puzzler!

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Etsy customer

Beautifully made wooden puzzle. Very happy with my purchase!

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Judy Thul

This was a gift, and the recipient loved it. Thank you ❣️

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Stephen

Very well designed. Difficult to solve, that’s the point. Perfect to leave on the table to tinker with while coffee is brewing.

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Cynthia Tabisz

Great game!
He will love it!

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Kiersten Busse

Would highly recommend this shop

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Jeannine

Great quality, looked just like the picture.

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Mary

Wow -- The gift arrived just a few days after being ordered. It was a big hit. Well made and challenging. Thanks.

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Mitchell Thompson

Excellent Christmas gift for the math whiz that is my grandson!

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Etsy customer

Bought many puzzles from seller. They are all wonderful products. I recommend ALL of them.

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Etsy customer

Dad, age 84, loves this!

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Laura Malinowski

Couldn't tear this out of anyone's hands on Christmas morning! Biggest hit under the tree. Thanks!

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Cara Meyers

Ordered as a gift for my son; think he will enjoy the challenge, and I love the craftsmanship - it’s a gorgeous gift.

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Mary

I’ve bought quite a few puzzles from this shop; my orders always arrive on schedule, sufficiently packaged and protected. The puzzles themselves are absolutely gorgeous. I highly recommend ordering from this shop - they don’t disappoint!

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Etsy customer

2nd time buying from this Etsy Shop - Love the products. Perfect gifts for Son-In-Law.

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Jennifer Bradac

Very solid wood and details in the design, very cool game!

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Mry S. Hustede

It will make a surprise gift and be challenging.

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Dean

Great challenging puzzle.. I wish the discs just lined up a little better.. however it’s fine and well made…I recommend

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Monica Mesmer

This was a great gift for my husband and it smells so good! He created an excel formula to come up with various ways to solve this puzzle. I’m glad that I purchased it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dodecagon Dilemma?

A handcrafted wooden math brain teaser. Twelve numbered wooden discs sit in a rectangular wooden base with a fitted cover. There is one correct arrangement.

How does it work?

The discs use an edge-matching mechanism: the numbers on adjacent discs must align. Only one configuration solves it.

How difficult is it?

Expert. Designed for serious puzzle solvers.

How long does it take to solve?

Buyer reports range from 45 minutes for experienced solvers to several days for casual attempts.

What materials are used?

Contrasting hardwoods with deeply laser-engraved numbers on every disc. Includes a rectangular base and a wood cover.

What is included?

A rectangular puzzle base, 12 numbered wooden discs, a wood cover, and instructions/solution sheet. Ships unsolved.

Are there any common quality issues to know about?

A small number of buyers have reported minor disc alignment variation. If your puzzle arrives with an issue, contact us and we will make it right.

Can I personalize Dodecagon Dilemma?

Yes. We laser engrave up to 45 characters on the base.

Where is it made?

Handcrafted by Creative Crafthouse in Hudson, Florida.

Who is this a good gift for?

Math enthusiasts, engineers, puzzle collectors, geometry lovers, and anyone who craves a real challenge.

What other math puzzles do you offer?

Browse the math puzzles collection: https://www.creativecrafthouse.com/collections/math-puzzles

How fast do orders ship?

Standard orders typically ship within 1 business day. Personalized orders usually ship within 2 business days.