This puzzle was formerly sold by Crafty Puzzles and is retained as a free reference item. It is no longer available to purchase from this website.
Try a hint before revealing the answer
Open one hint at a time to preserve some of the challenge.
Hint 1
Study the identification photograph and separate pieces with matching notch patterns.
Hint 2
Look for the key piece: it is often the only piece that can move slightly when the puzzle is complete.
Hint 3
Keep the metal pieces in the same orientation and follow one opening at a time rather than pulling.
Video summary
The video demonstrates the rotation and alignment needed to separate and reconnect the two metal claw-shaped pieces.
The video remains the authoritative visual sequence for this archived page.
Complete The Claws solution
A solution video is available below and loads only after you choose to view it.
Reveal the The Claws solution video
Load the solution video
The video is hosted by YouTube and external content loads only after you choose to view it.
Find this or a similar puzzle
Availability changes frequently, so these links search the retailer for The Claws metal puzzle rather than displaying unverified prices or stock.
Advertisement / paid links: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase.
Retailer links open in a new tab. How affiliate links support the archive.
Source and verification
- Archive source
- Original Crafty Puzzles solution video link
- Information checked
- 13 June 2026
- Verification status
- Archive-preserved; not independently physically tested
- Page status
- Original Crafty Puzzles URL preserved
- Rights handling
- Legacy Crafty Puzzles archive material — This material was present on the historic Crafty Puzzles website supplied by the site owner. Individual legacy asset rights have not been independently re-verified, so it should not be reused elsewhere without separate permission. Read the site-wide policy
