Cast Amour

3 

I'm not a fan of this one. It's definitely over rated for difficulty by a couple of steps. I've done a lot of mechanical puzzles, but I'm actually not very expert at them - I have a hard time thinking out of the box. But I found the solution to this one easily, and not by stumbling onto it. I also don't care for the visual design, I think it's kind of tacky. But if you don't mind the looks and you're looking for a Level 7 (Hanayama 3) this one could be a good choice.

5 

I think it is not easy to take apart, but once you did it - it is even harder to put back together. I like such puzzles, because putting back together is part of the solution, sometimes being more tricky itself. The looks are great, the material is good and the solution is original. I recommend it to everyone who wants a great puzzle in their collection.

5 

I also believe it was easier to take apart than assemble. You can always count on Hanayama for high quality puzzles, this is no exception. Recommended!

3 

It seems as though these Cast Amour games and Puzzles are good and stimulating.Good effort was put into making or putting them together.

4 

I agree with the other reviewers, it doesn't really deserve a Hanayama 5 rating. It took me about 15 minutes.

5 

Nice, smooth operating puzzle. Probably a 7 to take apart and a 8 or 9 to put together.

4 

I didn't find this as tough as other level 9's. It is harder to assemble than take apart. Very nice puzzle.