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Reserve your Karat for $1

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The Karat puzzle in polished stainless steel, turning slowly

Secret Collector Exclusive Reward Tier

A $1 deposit gets access to a secret Kickstarter reward tier that's almost 50% off retail plus a hidden prize in each Karat puzzle.

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Refundable. Not a commitment. Just a place in line.

107/250 VIP spots reserved

1,100+ waiting for a launch-day email.

Lowest price guaranteed

Reservation holders unlock the secret discounted reward tier.

Early Access

Your reservation link drops one hour before public Kickstarter launch.

No commitments

$1 holds your spot. Cancel anytime by email and we'll refund you.

The Deal

Karat launches on Kickstarter on April 1, 2027. $1 holds your spot on the early access list, one hour before official launch. That means you'll be first in line for Super early bird at $79, then Early bird at $89, then Kickstarter at $129 through the campaign.

Lowest price
$79
Super early bird
Lock in the best price we will ever offer with a secret reward tier.
Save $70 off retail
$89
Early bird
Our public early bird reward tier limited to the first lucky few backers.
Save $60 off retail
$129
Kickstarter
Kickstarter pricing only available during the campaign.
Save $20 off retail
$149
After Kickstarter
Retail pricing post campaign.

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Reservation FAQ

What is Karat?

Karat is a Curio original mechanical puzzle. Comes apart in the hand. Putting it back together is the part you find out.

When does the Kickstarter launch?

Reservation holders get access to the campaign one hour before the public launch.

How does the $1 reservation work?

$1 holds your spot on the early access list. One hour before the Kickstarter goes live, reservation holders get a link to the campaign before the public.

Is the $1 refundable?

Yes. Email Solutions@curiopuzzles.co any time before the Kickstarter launches and we'll refund it.

Does the $1 commit me to backing on Kickstarter?

No. The $1 holds your place in line. The decision to back happens on Kickstarter at the price and reward tier of your choice.

Where is Karat made?

Designed in Raleigh, NC by Curio. Manufactured by long-term partners in Shenzhen.

When will Karat ship?

Shipping timeline is published in the Kickstarter campaign at launch.

Reserve your Karat for $1

Refundable. Not a commitment. Just a place in line.