How the Cryptex Works
The Encrypta cryptex is
modeled after a device believed to have been invented by Leonardo da Vinci as
an instrument for delivering private messages. A secret code unlocks the
cryptex (by aligning the seven rotating tumblers in a sequence matching the
code), providing access to a hidden-chamber key in which a gift-treasure is placed.
It is also possible to arrange
the characters on the tumblers such that "hidden codes" (words or
other character sequences that appear on other tumbler faces when the secret
code has been correctly dialed in)
exist.
You can further personalize
the cryptex with a message printed on the Encrypta greeting card, Encrypta
notepaper or cryptex bottom plate.
Cryptex Models
Available
The Encrypta cryptex is
currently available in three configurations:
- Laser-Etched
model – where
the secret code and other characters are etched directly into the wood at our
factory by a laser-cutting device.
- Tumbler-Insert
model – where
the secret code and other characters can be set by the customer. This model
comes with a set of permanent adhesive tumbler inserts (4 of each letter, 3 blanks, and some other
characters – made of polycarbonate material) for placement in the recesses etched into each tumbler face.
- Premier Laser-Etched model
– which is handcrafted from special materials selected by customer.
Then there are two choices of materials:
- Cherry wood and solid brass.
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- Beech wood and chrome-plated steel.
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Finally, for the
laser-etched model, there are three options for selecting a secret code:
- Custom – where you select any secret
code (letter, numbers, symbols, blanks, or any combination) and can add
"hidden" codes.
- Riddle/Secret
Code Combination
– where you select from our list of riddles where the riddle answer is the
secret code. Click here for list.
- Pre-Set
Secret Code –
where you select from our list of popular secret codes. See shopping cart for list.
Additional
Personalization Options
- Laser-etched
"hidden" codes.
- Custom
printed brass plate (placed on underside of bottom plate)
- Custom
laser-etched bottom plate (underside)
- Custom
printing of greeting card or notepaper
Other Options
- Black velvet
bag
- Lockable
wood box
- Additional
laser-etch wood tumblers (for changing secret code on Laser-Etched model)
More Details
If there are other
details you want to know, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Size:
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7 ½” tall, 2 ¾” across
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Tumblers:
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7 with 8 sides per tumbler
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Chamber-key cavity:  
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3/4" in diameter and 4 inches long, (cherry/sold brass version includes a
"ring cutout")
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What's included:
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1
Encrypta cryptex
1 Encrypta greeting card
1 sheet of Encrypta notepaper
Encrypta cryptex history and instruction card
Set of tumbler inserts and set-up instructions (Tumbler-Insert model only)
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Guarantee:
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If you aren’t completely satisfied with your
cryptex, just return it within 90 days for a full refund with absolutely no
hassles.
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Shipping.
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Tumbler-Insert model will ship within 5
business days.
Laser-Etched model will generally ship within 2
- 3 weeks.
Cryptex is enclosed with bubble-wrap and placed
in a gift box. The gift box is then package in a separate shipping box.
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