Dash2110
October 6th, 2004, 03:30 PM
Alright, I remember I had this Puzz 3D phase back in the day (probably when I was 12 or 13). I remember completing The Capitol Building at my grandmother's house down in Jersey, The Eiffel Tower, and a Star Destroyer from Star Wars. Then I hardly heard about them again. So I recently did a quick search to see where the heck they went, and I stumbled onto a site (http://www.areyougame.com) that sells some for decent prices. I was happy to see they're still around (even if only online), but I was even happier when I saw some models that I hadn't seen before. Being the giddy little boy that I was, I ordered three puzzles of NYC skyscrapers! They all glow in the dark, all include a bonus building, and the best part....they're all to scale for eachother! Check em out for yourselves...
Keep in mind the descriptions are copied/pasted straight from the site, so I can't be held accountable for any inaccuracies. ;)
Empire State Building
http://www.areyougame.com/images/items/WR04641.jpg
Description
Standing tall in the heart of Manhattan, the Empire State Building has captured the imagination of people all around the globe. Built in 1931, it was at the time the tallest building in the world. It is now the 7th tallest skyscraper in the world, but remains #1 in the hearts of many. Affectionately personalized in such films as “An Affair to Remember” and “Sleepless in Seattle”, each year over 3.5 million people ascend its open-air observatory to experience a breathtaking view of New York City. This 3D puzzle replica allows you to assemble then admire this American landmark up close and personal. From the Towers Made-to-Scale Collection, this puzzle is made up of 569 pieces, stands nearly 3 feet tall when complete, and glows in the dark! Also included is a bonus 3D puzzle of New York City’s Met Life Tower, giving you another building to add to your skyline. Empire State Building measures 10 ¼” x 6” x 30” and Met Life Tower measures 31/2” x 3 ½” x 14 ½ when complete.
Chrysler Building
http://www.areyougame.com/images/items/WR04645.jpg
Description
The famous Chrysler Building has been a dazzling New York City landmark ever since it was built in 1930. Now you can put it together in a three-dimensional puzzle from the Towers Made to Scale™ collection. Assemble the 333 sturdy, foam-backed pieces and you’ll have your very own skyscraper, standing a full 21 inches tall. Now turn out the lights. It really glows! A bonus building is even included, of the American Radiator Building. It’s architecture anyone can appreciate! The manufacturer rates this puzzle “average” in difficulty. Finished Chrysler Building measures 5-1/2” x 5-1/2” x 21-5/8”; finished American Radiator Building measures 5-1/4” x 3” x 7-1/8”.
Citigroup Center
http://www.areyougame.com/images/items/WR04646.jpg
Description
Built in 1977 and stretching up 59 floors, New York City’s Citigroup Center is the 42nd-tallest building in the world. Now you can put it together in a three-dimensional puzzle from the Towers Made to Scale™ collection. Assemble the 384 sturdy, foam-backed pieces and you’ll have your very own skyscraper, standing a full 19 inches tall. Now turn out the lights. It really glows! A bonus building is even included, of the Flatiron Building. It’s New York real estate you can get your hands on! The manufacturer rates this puzzle “average” in difficulty. Finished Citigroup Center measures 6-3/4” x 4-3/4” x 19”; finished Flatiron Building measures 6” x 3-1/2” x 6”.
So yeah, I can't wait till I get these. First thing I gotta do though is find out where I'm gonna put all of these in my room! If anyone cares, I can take pictures when I finish putting them together so you can see. :D
Keep in mind the descriptions are copied/pasted straight from the site, so I can't be held accountable for any inaccuracies. ;)
Empire State Building
http://www.areyougame.com/images/items/WR04641.jpg
Description
Standing tall in the heart of Manhattan, the Empire State Building has captured the imagination of people all around the globe. Built in 1931, it was at the time the tallest building in the world. It is now the 7th tallest skyscraper in the world, but remains #1 in the hearts of many. Affectionately personalized in such films as “An Affair to Remember” and “Sleepless in Seattle”, each year over 3.5 million people ascend its open-air observatory to experience a breathtaking view of New York City. This 3D puzzle replica allows you to assemble then admire this American landmark up close and personal. From the Towers Made-to-Scale Collection, this puzzle is made up of 569 pieces, stands nearly 3 feet tall when complete, and glows in the dark! Also included is a bonus 3D puzzle of New York City’s Met Life Tower, giving you another building to add to your skyline. Empire State Building measures 10 ¼” x 6” x 30” and Met Life Tower measures 31/2” x 3 ½” x 14 ½ when complete.
Chrysler Building
http://www.areyougame.com/images/items/WR04645.jpg
Description
The famous Chrysler Building has been a dazzling New York City landmark ever since it was built in 1930. Now you can put it together in a three-dimensional puzzle from the Towers Made to Scale™ collection. Assemble the 333 sturdy, foam-backed pieces and you’ll have your very own skyscraper, standing a full 21 inches tall. Now turn out the lights. It really glows! A bonus building is even included, of the American Radiator Building. It’s architecture anyone can appreciate! The manufacturer rates this puzzle “average” in difficulty. Finished Chrysler Building measures 5-1/2” x 5-1/2” x 21-5/8”; finished American Radiator Building measures 5-1/4” x 3” x 7-1/8”.
Citigroup Center
http://www.areyougame.com/images/items/WR04646.jpg
Description
Built in 1977 and stretching up 59 floors, New York City’s Citigroup Center is the 42nd-tallest building in the world. Now you can put it together in a three-dimensional puzzle from the Towers Made to Scale™ collection. Assemble the 384 sturdy, foam-backed pieces and you’ll have your very own skyscraper, standing a full 19 inches tall. Now turn out the lights. It really glows! A bonus building is even included, of the Flatiron Building. It’s New York real estate you can get your hands on! The manufacturer rates this puzzle “average” in difficulty. Finished Citigroup Center measures 6-3/4” x 4-3/4” x 19”; finished Flatiron Building measures 6” x 3-1/2” x 6”.
So yeah, I can't wait till I get these. First thing I gotta do though is find out where I'm gonna put all of these in my room! If anyone cares, I can take pictures when I finish putting them together so you can see. :D