Woodworker's Journal 1985-9-2, страница 46

V.

Chinese

Puzzle

This Chinese puzzle had its origins in one of the oldest and most fascinating of the great ancient civilizations. The Chinese are famous for their wooden puzzles, and this one is considered a classic, perhaps because at first look it appears so simple.

The puzzle is made from six V* in. square sticks, each one 4 in. long. Cut out the individual pieces as shown in the illustrations, using the table saw dado-head. Because the cuts must be accurate, measure and mark the cutting lines on each piece carefully. We suggest making test cuts on scrap wood with each new fence adjustment to insure accuracy. The blade height setting for all cuts is Vs in. Although the puzzle pieces can be cut by hand, with a dovetail saw and chisel, this method is painstaking and time consuming.

The puzzle can be made of any wood. Final sand, stain, and oil the pieces if you like. Good luck! (Hint — No. 6 is the key and comes last).

Editor's Note: Despite its deceptively simple appearance, this little puzzle can be confounding. If you have been completely frustrated in your attempts to assemble it, turn to page 54 for the solution.