Asha B.
Considering the time and work required to build this product, as well as the satisfaction gained from finally reaching the conclusion of the instructions and taking possession of your completed creation, the price is fair.
Brendon Z.
An excellent wooden marble run (build it yourself) I've finished a few of these sets before; they're challenging enough that you shouldn't try to speed through them.
Samira D.
It was fun to see his face light up as he watched the marbles roll down the different chutes after a few days of construction resulted in a beautiful puzzle to admire. This is a lovely addition to the décor of his room.
Ameen B.
There were a few components that were difficult to assemble, but the final product was well worth the effort. It helps develop fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination via fascinating play.
Aya S.
My adolescent son spent the better part of a weekend working on it, and he found it to be a satisfying task.
Harriet C.
Though sturdy and well-designed, it requires a highly stable foundation.
Jakub B.
My 7-year-old daughter enjoyed it, although I felt it was a little intense for her. Consistently entertaining and high-quality. For the sake of the young, I have already made further purchases.
Roberto D.
Product is of high quality, fairly strong, and comes with simple-to-follow directions. As long as you follow the directions and wax the moving components, you should be good to go. I just upgraded to a newer, improved version.
Jia P.
Amazingly well-engineered wooden object. It's a lot of fun to put together, and wondering where the inspiration for the design came from, plus it'll keep you busy for hours.
Ammarah A.
There is nothing I do not like about this product.
Trixie G.
Wonderful puzzle that pays off handsomely in the end if you can muster the persistence to solve it.
Kean F.
That's an amazing set of tools. Made well, easy to follow directions; who doesn't like reliving their youth with a marble run? Twelve hours of leisurely construction in front of the television on a couple of wet Covid days: picture perfect. Strongly suggest to anybody.
Henry M.
Since we are at the end of the chain hoist marble run.. My impression is that this model is more involved. The directions booklet has great illustrations and is really helpful in showing where things go on the board. It's a ton of fun to put together, and it's much more fun to play with after it's finished.
Jasmine O.
Accurate parts—an engineering wonder. Complexity for 3D modelers. I appreciate how the model employs varied sheet thicknesses for strength. A few advice photos are hard to follow, but that's the 3D difficulty. Adjusting the mechanism's physics to keep the model operating is issue solving. Extra wax will help keep the mechanics smooth; candle wax is too 'sticky'. It's soft wax. Recommended overall.
Tyler L.
The model keeps improving.
Niko C.
Wonderful product that may be given as a present or used by the buyer to keep his or her own brain active and pliable. What a fantastic method for stimulating the birth of new brain cells!
Lexi C.
That's why I'm picking this up to go with the one I previously crafted. I really like playing with them. Have patience and some wood glue on hand. The end! It was difficult, but I succeeded. A few key pieces were broken, but wood glue fixes everything!
Avneet M.
The illustrated directions make it easy to put together. Extremely difficult, however.
Sienna J.
I gave it to my nephew who is 30 years old and he absolutely loves it. It was definitely worth the time and effort required to carefully remove every last splinter from the frame. It took him a little over three hours to put together; for a child under the age of six, I'd allow twice as much time.
Loui C.
the kit is well-made, and the directions are clear. The process of construction was enjoyable, and the final product is excellent.
Niel M.
Don't get distracted by binge-watching your favorite episodes on TV while you put everything together; you'll end up frustrated and perhaps damaging anything.
Jarred M.
I had already pieced together two other puzzles similar to the one I am working on now. By a wide margin, it is the most challenging. But when it's all said and done, I was amazed!
Hazel C.
After the pandemic broke out, I began constructing these wooden replicas. Though I've constructed a number of similar structures over the last year and a half, this one and the one it connects to are my personal favorites. I completed it late last night; after some minor adjustments (something that has to be done with all of them), I was able to put the pieces together, and they turned out great. When finished, they're a blast to play with, so I can't suggest them enough as a stress-free hobby.
Rose G.
I thought it was such a good gift for my spouse that I decided to get one for my brother as well. My spouse and a buddy who lives in another state and also had this kit were able to discuss issues and other related topics.
Natalya C.
Needs patience and dexterity. Follow each step. I've made four marble runs, so I know how to assemble tricky parts. Confusing images. Attention! When done well, it's enjoyable.
Aples M.
This marble run is cool. Not a project for kids. "Assist tool" helps punch out wood components. Even with care, pieces will break. Reassembling requires wood glue. Extras assist. And sandpaper. One slice isn't enough. Follow all instructions. To work, everything must be perfect. According to the book, it's easy to assemble pieces backwards or upside down. NEEDLE-NOSE PLIERS SNAP PARTS GENTLY. Liberally apply wax on gliding parts. Instructions say assembly takes 8 hours. My 54-year-old husband put everything together over days. Expect some tweaks to make things work. Worth it. The finished marble run has several "tricks" in a little space. It's strong once finished.
Cris W.
It's a ton of fun, but make sure you read and follow the directions carefully or you could end up missing something important. They opted for thinner plywood, which resulted in a sometimes uncomfortable fit. Everything fit together rather well. An excellent puzzle that really solves itself. As you assemble it, consider the work that went into determining how everything fits together.
Julie B.
I had been eyeing this particular model ever since I first heard about it. Make sure you take your time and read and follow the directions carefully. Not one bit of disappointment is possible. The company's success is something I want for. Perhaps they ought to think about doing specialty runs. If you consistently produce models like these, I will be a client for life. I eagerly anticipate the next sequel. You may be certain that I will get it; thank you very much. We are quite impressed with your organization.
Andrew S.
It was a well-designed kit. I loved making this (probably 8 hours total-spread out over a week). The problem of assembly was intentional. Carefully remove the pieces and follow the guidelines. Laser cut wood is better than the plastic ones I constructed as a youngster. When adding or completing a gear sub-assembly, spin it 20 or 30 times. You'll be pleased you didn't wait until final assembly to loosen it up.
