Description and Tech Sheet

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Specification	Details
Name	The Da Vinci Cryptex
Type	Puzzle Box
Origin	Fictional device from The Da Vinci Code
Status	Fictional / Commercial replicas exist
Function	Letter-combination cylindrical puzzle box with a concealed compartment
Core Mechanism	Rotating letter rings set to a password to unlock the inner chamber
Password Length	Varies by model; common replicas use 5 or 6 customizable letters
Material	Varies by manufacturer; known replicas use metal alloy, brass, die-cast metal, wood, plastic, or 3D-printed materials
Dimensions	Common Replicas: Approximately 14-15.5 cm long Noble Collection authorized model: 6 in overall length; 5 x 1 in hidden compartment Cryptex.org specifications: 2.375 in diameter; approx. 8.25 in length; 2 lb 13 oz Holmiolab replica: 14 x 6 cm ShopForGeek replica: 15.5 cm total length; 12.8 x 2.6 cm hidden compartment
Weight	Varies by model; examples range from about 0.7 kg to 1.27 kg for heavier metal/brass versions
Components	Code rings Spacer rings End caps Security tube Locking mechanism / added security feature
Customization	Password can usually be changed Some models allow the password to be reset at any time
Hidden Compartment	Present in most replicas; dimensions vary by manufacturer
Packaging	Some editions include a wooden or collector’s box
Safety Notes	Small parts may make it unsuitable for children under 3 years old
Fictional Status Details	The cryptex is described in popular culture as a device from The Da Vinci Code, but it is not historically documented as a real Leonardo da Vinci invention.
Notes	Specifications differ substantially across commercial replicas and fan-made versions; the fields above combine the most consistent product-level details from available sources.