DecTIC Puzzle | Turning Interlocking Cube
DecTIC Puzzle | Turning Interlocking Cube
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Estimated delivery: 5-10 business days (EU) · 10-20 business days (rest of world).
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What is a Turning Interlocking Cube?
A Turning Interlocking Cube - or TIC - is a 3D puzzle where pieces must rotate and slide in a precise sequence to assemble or disassemble a cube. Unlike standard interlocking puzzles, TICs require turning moves at specific stages, not just linear pulls. The result is a mechanical puzzle that feels closer to a combination lock than a traditional burr.
DecTIC - The Puzzle
DecTIC is a Turning Interlocking Cube puzzle designed by Andrew Crowell, whose specialty is TIC puzzles. Goal: fit all 4 pieces into a 4x4x4 cube. Ships assembled. Requires a total of 17 moves - 10 for the last piece alone. Size: 60x60x60mm.
That last piece is where things get interesting. You think you're close. You're not. The sequence has to be exact, and one wrong move sends you back to the start. This is not a puzzle you brute-force. You have to think it through.
Difficulty & Specs
- Moves to solve: 17 (10 for the last piece)
- Skill level: Advanced
- Piece count: 4
- Material: 3D-printed PLA
- Size: 60x60x60mm
Best For
Best for experienced puzzle enthusiasts familiar with interlocking cube puzzles who want a precise, mechanical challenge.
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FAQ
Do You Ship Worldwide?
Yes. I ship anywhere. Orders typically arrive in 1-3 weeks depending on your location and how customs is behaving.
How Long Does Processing Take?
Some puzzles are produced on demand in our studio in Czech Republic. Processing usually takes 3-5 days before your order ships. During busier seasons it may take a bit longer.
Do Puzzles Come With Solutions?
Usually not. Sometimes you can find the solution on my YouTube channel. If not, feel free to reach out for hints!
What If I Get Stuck?
Good. That's the whole point.
But if "stuck" turns into "frustrated and not having fun anymore," email me. I'll send you a hint if you want a nudge. No judgment. Some puzzles took me days. A few took weeks. Some took months. Some took years. And some I have never solved - and that is part of the appeal.
Returns & Exchanges
Yes. You have 30 days. If the puzzle isn't right for you, send it back in the condition you got it and I'll refund you. If something arrived damaged or wrong, tell me and I'll fix it. Please be patient as we're a small team!
Are These Good Gifts?
People LOVE buying our puzzles as gifts. They're physical, they last forever, they don't need batteries, and they create a real moment - the person sits down, struggles, laughs, eventually solves it. That memory sticks.
If you're gifting, check the difficulty rating and pick something one notch below what you think the person can handle. Easier than you'd guess is usually the right call.
How Are the Puzzles Made?
All the puzzles are made with the help of my partner Puzzle Guy and his 3D printing studio in Czech Republic.
What Is a TIC Puzzle?
TIC stands for Turning Interlocking Cubes. They're a family of puzzles where wooden pieces interlock and rotate into a cube shape. The solve isn't just sliding pieces - you have to find the right rotations, in the right order. They're some of my favorite puzzles in the store.
Why Is Everything Turquoise?
I grew up near the sea in Israel. When life got loud or overwhelming, that's where I went to reset. Sit, watch the water, breathe. Things would settle.
The turquoise on this site isn't a branding choice I picked from a swatch. It's that color. The one I still see when I close my eyes and think of the place that calmed me down. I want you to feel a small version of that when you pick up a puzzle - a quiet moment, hands busy, head clear.