Minima-Ze is a clever mechanical puzzle designed by Frederic Boucher and produced by Pelikan Puzzles. Compact in size but rich in design, this puzzle challenges you to manipulate internal components to achieve a very specific goal.

Number 3 in the series has a Limba box and Wenge pieces. It looks rather complex by the presence of a full circumferential belt of holes which are there to help you control the pieces by squeezing fingertips through to prevent parts from moving when you don’t want them to. Again, the aim is to remove the silver ball bearing from the puzzle (it is visible through a very small hole in the back wall of the box)

Despite its small footprint, Minima-Ze offers a surprisingly engaging and satisfying solve, making it an excellent introduction to the Minima series.