Latch Lifter Trick Lock - Unlock Roman Ingenuity with This Clever Historical Puzzle
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Ages: 8+
Difficulty Level: 4/5
Includes: Metal Trick Lock Puzzle and Key
Step into ancient Rome and test your wits with the Latch Lifter, a puzzle inspired by one of the earliest tools of security ever devised. Based on the authentic Roman latch lifter, this mechanical challenge brings history to life—right in your hands.
Originally crafted from bronze or iron, the Roman latch lifter was used to lift bolts through keyholes, discreetly securing doors from the outside. Now, you can experience the brilliance of this early invention as you work to master its clever mechanism.
Your mission: unlock and remove the latch. Sounds simple? Think again. This puzzle is designed to deceive and delight, blending authentic design with brain-teasing fun for history buffs, puzzle fans, and curious minds alike.
Can you lift the latch, or will you be locked out of Roman secrets forever?
Customer Reviews
Solution is obvious. Husband solved it in under 30 seconds. Very disappointing
I opened it before it was even out of the package, so easy will not buy again. I’VE DONE HARDER VIDEO GAMES! The key obviously would not fit, maybe for a baby (but the parts are too small)
I bought this in a store for my son who loves puzzles like this. He had it open in less than a minute. This is not a 3/5 or a 4/5 difficulty. It was incredibly easy. The key doesn’t do anything once it goes in the key hole. Waste of money and hardly a trick lock. Maybe for a 4 year old.
The product in my hand is a 3/5 difficulty. The website says 4/5. I would honestly say it's not even a 1/5. This puzzle was solved within 3 minutes of opening the package. It was incredibly easy. Very disappointing.
