This puzzle is of course is another terrific design by Alfons, it was expertly crafted by Cubicdissection using Macacauba for the outer burr pieces and Ash for the inner burr pieces.
Although it’s not a very high level, confusion sets in from the get go! The piece movements are so random that you’re likely to just start moving pieces with abandon and continually finding yourself back to the start. I managed to snag one of the last copies available, so hopefully Cubicdissection will make another run..
As a side note, Alfons sometimes revisits his designs and might be willing to remake this one if you reach out to him on Facebook. I also noticed he came up with this design in 2015 along with another similar design called ‘Beagle’, leading me to believe that both are named after dog breeds.
Here’s Cubicdissection’s description:
“Another great one from Belgian burr builder Alfons Eyckmans, Barzoi is a very unique design. A twelve piece burr with interaction between the inner and outer components almost as if it behaves like a nested burr. Six outer pieces overlap six inner pieces with an offset on each axis to make this puzzle stand out when assembled.
The solution is only a moderate level 13.2.1.1.1.2. Don't let that fool you, this puzzle is difficult! With a few different multi-piece movements, disassembly alone is a great challenge. Fit was modified from the prototype copy to achieve smooth movements when multiple pieces interact. Solution file is available on request.
43 copies are available for this release, each signed and dated. Barzoi ships in the assembled configuration.”
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