Calvins Puzzle Time Wheel Pyraminx (Roman Numbers Stickers)

Calvins Puzzle Time Wheel Pyraminx (Roman Numbers Stickers)

At first glance it looks like an ordinary Pyraminx, but in the middle of each face there is a round wheel with Roman numerals. Calvins Puzzle Time Wheel Pyraminx is a shape mod from the Pyraminx+ category. Solving the colors is not the end of the job, because you also have to turn the wheels so the numbers stand in the correct order. The idea comes from the 2x2 Time Machine: the round centers can be rotated and moved between faces. This version has a black body and stickers with Roman numerals.

How it differs from a classic Pyraminx

On a regular Pyraminx, the face center has no orientation you need to set. Here, every wheel has to be placed in the correct position and turned the right way. Solving therefore includes an extra stage, and the familiar Pyraminx methods are not enough. Once the colors are in place, you still have to put the numbers in order without breaking the rest of the solved puzzle. According to user reviews, learning takes anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. It depends mostly on how well you already know the regular Pyraminx.

How it turns

This is a puzzle for relaxed solving and for your collection, not for speedsolving. It has no magnets. Because of the shape of the wheels, fast turning causes lockups, and in rare cases popping may occur. It is better to turn it calmly and align the layers carefully. Buyers also mention that the stickers can peel off, so take a little care during heavy use.

Marking versions

The Time Wheel Pyraminx is available with Arabic numerals, Roman numerals and mixed markings. The mechanism is the same in all of them; only the stickers on the wheels differ. Roman numerals are a bit harder to read while solving, but they suit the "clock" character of this puzzle well.

Who is it for?

For anyone who can already solve a Pyraminx and wants a new challenge on a familiar shape. It is also an interesting item for collectors of unusual puzzles. For timed practice, a classic magnetic Pyraminx is a better choice.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Calvins Puzzle
• Type: Pyraminx with rotating center wheels (shape mod)
• Body color: black
• Markings: stickers with Roman numerals
• Magnets: none
• Weight: approx. 85 g
• Dimensions: approx. 7.9 x 7.9 x 7.9 cm