About Our Chess Products
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Our wood
chess sets are handmade by skilled craftsmen from a variety of countries including
Spain and Germany. The high quality woods used in our chess boards and chess pieces
include maple, rosewood, walnut, hazelnut, madrona (aka arbutus), ebony, and boxwood (aka
buxus).
Chess board sizes range from 12 inches to 22 inches, with square sizes ranging from 1.5 to
2.6 inches. And they come in a variety of matte and glossy finishes. Wooden King
chess piece sizes range from 2.5 inches to 5.5 inches, and King base diameters range from
7/8 inch to 2.1 inches. We also carry an array of magnetic
wood travel chess sets.
Attention to detail is impeccable and the variety of designs, woods, and price ranges
provide you with a tremendous selection of wood chess sets. Take a look
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Our unique selection of Chiellini Alabaster Chess Sets are handmade by skilled
craftsmen in Volterra, Italy.
Alabaster chess sets are made in a variety of designs, colors, and sizes, and each has its
own unique statement that sets it apart from all others. Alabaster chess board sizes range
from 13.5 inches to 15 inches, and King chess pieces are three inches tall with 1-1/8 inch
diameter bases.
The translucent quality of alabaster makes it a stunning choice for chess sets and other
fine products.And be sure to check out our selection of marble chess
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As you can see in the photo, metal
chess sets have a unique elegant quality that really grab your attention. Our
Manopoulos metal chess sets are made by skilled craftsmen outside of Athens, Greece.
Many of these sets depict the mythical and classic figures of ancient Greece. The chess
boards are made of a meticulously enamel-painted brass plate over pressed wood, and the
chess pieces are made of 95% nickel.
Our metal chess boards come in a variety of sizes ranging from 11 inches to 21.25 inches,
with a variety of colors including traditional brass, red and blue. King piece sizes range
from 1.5 to 4.2 inches tall, and King bases range from 0.5 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
If you want to make heads turn, display one of these stunning metal chess sets in your
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Our wood
chess boards come in a variety of sizes and designs, and most are crafted in Spain and
Germany. Wood types include maple, rosewood, walnut, hazelnut, briarwood, madrona and
ebony.
Board sizes range from 12 inches to 22 inches, and square sizes range from 1.5 to 2.6
inches. Square sizes range from 1.5 to 2.6 inches and boards are available in both matte
and glossy finishes.
What square size should your board have for your selected chess pieces? Its actually
a matter of personal preference, but the recommended square size is the width of the base
of the King should be 78% of the width of the square. In other words, you would divide the
King's base diameter by 0.78 to get the proper square size. Example: a King with a base
diameter of 1.5" should have a square size of 2.0 inches (1.5" / .78 = 1.92,
rounded to 2.0 inches). Therefore, you should use a chess board with no less than 2 inch
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Our metal
chess boards are crafted by Manopoulos just outside of Athens, Greece. The chess
boards are made of a fine enamel-painted brass plate over pressed wood, with a variety of
sizes ranging from 11 inches to 21.25 inches. Square sizes range from 1.5 to 2 inches.
Colors include traditional brass, red and blue. |
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Our wood
chess pieces are crafted from high quality materials including rosewood, ebony,
sheesham, and boxwood.
In addition to the standard German and French Knight pieces, we carry an array of other
styles including French Lardy, French and British Staunton, Old Russian, Laughing Knight
Staunton, Chevalier, Royal, Modern Berliner, Bridled Knight, Chetak Fancy Knight, Emperor,
Imperial, Lotus, Meghdoot, Monarch Staunton, Regal, Royal Crown, Stallion Knight, Windsor,
and others. Wooden King chess piece sizes range from 2.5 inches to 5.5 inches, and King
base diameters range from 7/8 inch to 2.1 inches. And be sure to check out our
selection of Isle of Lewis chess pieces. |
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Our distinctive metal
chess pieces are crafted by Ital Fama in Italy and Manopoulos in Greece. The pieces
are made of nickel or brass. The nickel pieces contain 95% nickel and 5% metal alloy. The
brass pieces are solid brass. Metal chess piece King sizes range from 1.5 to 5.5
inches, and King base diameters range from 0.5 inch to 1.5 inch. Our metal chess
pieces can be used on metal or wood boards
its your preference.
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For those who desire a distinctive theme
related chess set, we offer hand painted marble resin chess pieces on custom-matched
wood boards. King pieces are 3.25 inches tall with base diameters ranging from 1 inch to
1.13 inch. Board sizes range from 15.75 inches to 17.5 inches.
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If youre into playing electronic
chess, we have several computerized chess games made by Saitek, including Mephisto Talking
Chess Academy, Master Chess (endorsed by Garry Kasparov, Talking Chess Trainer, and
various different models of hand-held travel
chess computers. There is something here for everyone who needs a chess computer.
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We carry chess
clocks made by Saitek, Excalibur, and BHB. Regular retail prices range from $60.95 to
$122.95, but we offer them for considerably less.
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Our online store carries a variety of chess
tables, ranging from classic to elegant designs. The higher end chess tables are made
of elm with inlaid squares of sheesham or briarwood. Some tables are made in Italy,
and some include chess pieces.
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We carry several top quality
chess boxes to help protect your chess pieces. Were sure youll find a
chess box that will meet your needs at a reasonable price.
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