Jesse Born looks soooooooo cute!

I would like an episode about puzzles that inspired you and the makers that you like to follow. Perhaps even something about how you came to be in this position and how the company was formed. When did you know you wanted to be a puzzle maker/artist? Hearing you eventually talk with some guests would be interesting- other puzzle makers and popular solvers. As for the new puzzle box, I'd worry some people will be left upset if they have to rely on others who might not be as diligent as them, but maybe you've designed around that already. Either way, it's great to see someone trying to innovate in this space and I'll be excited to see whatever you release next.

I've just ordered in the UK! Received my Captain's Quest a few days ago too and can't wait to find the time to get stuck in.

Sounds great, good way to mix it up with a block chain puzzle idea i hope it would work internationally also or il have to get a flight over with the GPS 😅. the future of puzzles is in good hands, keep up the good ideas and work jesse

I'm completely new to this, so apologies if this is a stupid question, but is the box that you get at the end made of wood, or will it be 3D printed? If the former, what materials? I'm interested in getting a puzzle box that is as much a work of art as it is a puzzle

I have thoroughly enjoyed the Sherlockian experience. A lot of great puzzles to solve. Can't wait to see how my theories solidify with the last box. If you are thinking about signing up for Round 2, I would heartily recommend you do!

Your Sherlockian subscription allowed me to meet several new friends online who are interested in these puzzles. Without any big youtuber covering the Sherlockian subscription there was a vacuum of information about it on the web. Creating some reddit threads was the only way I was able to find anyone else who even was working on it! So with all that being said the idea of a living puzzlebox is interesting to me since we've already had to collaborate to get through the Sherlockian shipments!

I just saw this on instagram recently. Any idea what tolerances work well? I just picked up the A1 mini so mine would match yours.

Sherlockian is a great puzzle that i would definitely recommend people to try. Cant wait for the fiinal shipment to come out!

Thanks for sharing the files. Would you ever release stl files of any of your boxes? I’ve tried recreating your deck of cards in a box and it works okay.

This is great! Keep them coming, please!

Interesting thoughts. Not sure if I'm into too collaborative puzzles as it's too dependent on other parties completely out of your control. "Travel puzzles" where you need to go certain places to get next clue or something could be cool. Or puzzle prizes for solving where it's co-ordinates to awesome secret (not well known or on the popular tourist path) special places around the world with amazing views, certain experiences (like a cave) or something like this would be fun. I'm probably too traditional in my thinking still, so fun to be challenged on opening up ones mind.

Podcast is a wonderful idea! Please, keep 'em coming! Thanks!! Wish I had more money to spend on puzzles, but, alas.....

Enjoyed the episode! Getting an insight to the way your brain works is really cool and the living puzzle box sounds fun (the blockchain aspect sounds fascinating as a crypto guy).Recommendations for the next one would be to have video and maybe a guest? Chris Ramsay would make for a great conversation imo. I am absolutely loving the Sherlockian subscription!!! It has been an incredible value and exceeded my expectations by far. I wouldn't hesitate to join a new themed subscription. Keep up the great work 🤝

The 'block-chain' box sounds interesting, I like the idea of people needing to contact one another, but maybe not quite so many as 1000. Perhaps a test with 100 would be a good beginning. - Also, the 'evil boxes' part of it is.. well, let's just say that I prefer the idea of total collaboration and cooperation instead of introducing potential betrayal / dastardliness. One thing, though: The phrase 'blockchain' has rather negative associations, as things like NFTs and cryptocurrencies are almost always scams. Perhaps the term 'massively multiplayer puzzle box' would have less potential for controversy.

Agree! Avoiding multiple parts and glue is huge, it improves strength and tolerances and time. I usually couldn't just "glue" I had to glue and clamp. The more you can print as a single part the better. 45° angles instead of 90° overhangs wherever possible are key too.

Instead of inserting the flat part, what if you tilted the whole printer 90 degrees so the part can print with gravity. When that layer is done, you can tilt it back to normal.

That’s cool!

What is the difference between a limited edition box and a regular box?

I would cry if i could just touch one of ur puzzles 😊

You remind me so much of my husband who has Asperger's. I know it's personal, But I'm curious to know if you also have Asperger's? It would explains so much including your success in these detailed brainy puzzle's you orchestrate.

Such an artist 😊

How to get hands on a puzzle from you?

to solve shrinkage problem - make your own plywood using the woods u want. (grains in different directions is the key)

Referencing the written Canon of Sherlock Holmes a simple textual analysis of keywords. Dear (363) Watson (1037), “Dear Watson” (87) [only appears once as dear Watson rather than “my dear Watson”] I have arrived (82) at the manor (35). “have arrived” is only used once: Doyle, Watson, and Holmes uses a different tense. “the manor” (16) always finishes with “house “ [manor appears once outside of the context of house once, once the man with the surname of manor is excluded.] There is an air of resentment (0) and anger (48) within this house. “air of” (44) “airs” (3) [Feeling vs fact, does Holmes have feelings?] I am sending the complete case file, to you, for safekeeping (0, and 0 variations). ‘file’ is often used as a verb, only thrice in similar context’ “case file” (0) Holmes consults back files of newspapers of ‘The Times’ and ‘old files of the paper’ twice in the works though Homes does instruct “You can file it in our archives, Watson. Some day the true story may be told.” The box, the documents (19), and every piece of evidence (145). Communicate (16) with me, by code (4) only. [Holmes uses the word ‘cipher’ (23)] If any of the suspects (1 as noun) realize (61), you have the keys to the case (807). You may be in great danger. Keep all the files hidden (26) until I arrive to collect them in person. It may be you should find (601) a clue (105) that eludes (0,0) me. There is the possibility (25,43)that I may not return. In that case, it will be up to you to: solve (73) the riddles (0,2 singular), crack the codes, inspect the evidence, and open the mysterious (29,187) puzzle (51) box. Please not that a counted reference is appears in the text as written by Doyle and penned by Watson; and is not limited just to quotations of Holmes. reference wiki Sherlockian game Package delayed by weather: ice/rain.

Jesse WTF! Just got Shipment One today and THIS IS ABSURD!!! Can’t wait to crack into it! Get ready to be pestered constantly about when orders will open back up as soon as this hits youtube. I just posted some pics on reddit, thanks again! -Patrick F

Man I'm killing my fingers trying to figure this out 😂. But it's a beautiful piece.

I like the idea of going back to your earlier work and looking at it through a more experienced lens...BUT I think you're being too hard on your past self. I bet 15-yr-old you was super proud of that box. You've definitely come a (ridiculously!) long way since then. Just a friendly suggestion, but maybe emphasize more how you could improve the design with your current skills instead of pointing out all the flaws. That said, anyone starting out shouldn't worry about achieving perfection on the first (or even second, or third...) build, no matter what age they are. Just building anything relatively functional is a great accomplishment when first starting out. Oh, and I love that you included solutions to your past puzzles, please post more videos like that, at least for puzzles you've 'discontinued'. Thanks!!

Saving this video for future reference once I officially launch my business. Thank you for sharing your Lessons Learned!

Watching Chris Ramsey solve your puzzle, I was wondering if the outer gear being in multiple sections had something to do with compensating for wood movement. Thank you for confirming!

Absolutely love the behind the scenes discussion of the puzzle design and thought process.

I like your tricks to achieve precision with the CNC. But doesn't wood movement with humidity negate the need anyway?

Love seeing the tools you discover and use. 5:25

Wirebrush-3000 is the Best!

7:29 Video's been up for over 3yrs and no one's pointed out any down sides yet! Must be doing something right! 😂

What's that really wide double-face tape you're using? Is it specially made for CNC purposes?

I realize I'm 4 years late here, but slowly working my way through all your backlog of videos; are you still doing the podcast? Can't seem to find it on any platform...? Cheers!

You had todo that 8 times for every box? Wow so many little parts. Overall how many parts would you say are used in a box like captains quest?

These look so crazy Jesse, the community is lucky to have you making these amazing pieces of art available. I know it's stressful but hopefully you know how much everyone appreciates the work you put out. Thank you!

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Is there any way I could subscribe and get this? I'm from the UK and I understand you cannot ship internationally yet...

I'm absolutely devastated that I cannot have these puzzle boxes shipped to the UK. I'd buy every single item! Maybe one day, fingers crossed...

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Very cool, where did you come across that??? The plate detailing is a nice touch.

Congratulations! Hard steady work always pays off. Box making is my passion. I haven’t even thought about trying to make a puzzle box.