Chess College is a new series of books to take intermediate players to new levels of chess understanding. New ideas are introduced and immediately illustrated by a number of entertaining and instructive examples, many drawn from the author's own practice. Volume 2: Pawn Play discusses aspects of pawn play that are vital to successful chess, such as: Semi-open File, Isolated Pawn, Doubled Pawns, Backward Pawn, Hanging Pawns, Pawn Majority, Pawn Minority, Central Break. By drawing extensively upon his own games, Grivas is able to explain exactly what was going on over the board, and avoids the pitfall of providing overfamiliar, clichd examples. This is part of a three-volume series that provides a wealth of instruction on many aspects of chess middlegames.
Chess College 2 : Pawn Play
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Chess College is an exciting new series of chess books to take intermediate players to new levels of chess understanding. New ideas are introduced and immediately illustrated by a number of entertaining and instructive examples, many drawn from the author's own practice. Volume 3: Technique features topics including the central break, bishop vs. knight, standard sacrifices against the castled position, opposite-coloured bishops, and immobilization, and discussions on topics such as how to handle won positions and lost positions, and positions with small advantages, together with a wealth of training tips. This book completes a three-volume series that provides a wealth of instruction on many aspects of chess middlegames.
Chess College 3: Technique
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Our Teak and Maple Deluxe Chess Board is with its rich shades of gold and brown is perfect for contrasting with ebony or matching with golden rosewood. A triple inlay (white-black-white) pinstripe around the playing area along with an extra wide frame gives the chess board an elegant look. The chess board is sealed in a polyurethane finish that both protects and enhances the natural beauty of the wood! Made from the finest veneer available, the precise inlay work by the craftsmen of Rechapados Ferrer is simply unsurpassed! Material: Teak & Maple Veneer & Wood Materials Finish: Satin Polyurethane (soft sheen) Square Size: 1.5" (actual 40mm) Dimensions: 15.5" x 15.5" x .5" Imported from Spain, Rechapados Ferrer is the largest manufacturer and the most recognized name of high quality wood chess boards in the world
Teak & Maple Deluxe Chess Board - 1.5" Squares
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For every chess player's library, Bruce Pandolfini has created the ultimate reference - a visual dictionary of over 1,000 moves, rules, strategies, and concepts from algebraic notation to zugzwang. For the new player needing clarification on a certain position to the expert boning up on more obscure strategies, Chess Thinking covers the ABC's of chess as they've never been covered before. A - Active Defense, Aligned Bishops, Anastasia's Mate, Annihilation... B - Back Rook, Balanced Pawn Structure, Biffing the Bishop, Blind Swine Mate... C - Caissa, Capablanca's Rule, Checking Distance, Crippled Majority... Comprehensive, illustrated with 140 detailed drawings, and written with exceptional clarity, Chess Thinking will be indispensable to any player ready to make a move.
Chess Thinking
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Chess Explained is a new series of books about chess openings. They are not theoretical works in the traditional sense, but more a series of lessons from a chess expert with extensive over-the-board experience with an opening. You will gain an understanding of the opening and the middlegames to which it leads, enabling you to find the right moves and plans in your own games. It is as if you were sitting at the board with a chess coach answering your questions about the plans for both sides, the ideas behind particular moves, and what specific knowledge you need to have. The Classical Sicilian is one of the most popular and respected systems of the Sicilian, and has been used frequently by players such as Anand, Kramnik and Shirov. Black develops his pieces more quickly than in many Sicilian systems, and intricate piece-play often results. White's most popular and critical response is the Richter-Rauzer Attack, and recent years have seen a diversification in the plans for both sides in this perennially popular line. Against White's alternatives to the Rauzer, Yermolinsky covers lines that retain the independent significance of the Classical move-order, such as 6 Bc4 Qb6 a line in which he is a leading specialist
Chess Explained: The Classical Sicilian
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Sometimes simple is best and that's true of our German Knight Staunton chess set with its simple but attractive design. Unencumbered by fine detail, this simple Staunton design has long been the best selling chess set of all time. These beautiful chess pieces are made from boxwood that are painted red and ivory and then finished in high gloss lacquer to give them a glass-like finish. Pieces have green billiard cloth pads for a soft feel on the chess board and are weighted for stability. More chess games have been played with a German Knight than any other chess set in the world and it continues to be our most popular chess set. Boxwood Painted Red & Ivory High Gloss Lacquer King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 2.5 oz. Chess Set Weight: 40 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Billiard Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 2" - 2.125" Squares (chessboard is not included)
German Knight Staunton Chess Set in High Gloss Red & Ivory - 3.25" King
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Chess College is a new series of books to take intermediate players to new levels of chess understanding. New ideas are introduced and immediately illustrated by a number of entertaining and instructive examples, many drawn from the author's own practice. Volume 1: Strategy introduces a variety of topics, including: "Why do we lose?", Attack on the King, Two Bishops, Passed Pawn, Exchange Sacrifice, Positional Sacrifice, and Outpost. By drawing extensively upon his own games, Grivas is able to explain exactly what was going on over the board, and avoids the pitfall of providing overfamiliar, clichd examples. This is part of a three-volume series that provides a wealth of instruction on many aspects of chess middlegames.
Chess College 1 : Strategy
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This folding magnetic travel chess set is an ideal size, portable for travel yet large enough for a practical game of chess. Inside it has individual formed compartments inside for securely holding the pieces - no rattling around! The chessmen have powerful magnets that will keep them in place even if you don't have a flat and stable surface to play on. The wood case and chessmen are made of sheesham wood and boxwood and we include an attractive brown leatherette case to protect the wood in your travels. Material: Golden Rosewood & Boxwood Closed Dimensions: 12" x 6" x 2.5" Open Dimensions: 12" x 12" x 1.25" Square Size 1" King Height 2" Weight 4 lb.
Folding Magnetic Travel Chess Set - 12
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Sometimes simple is best and that's true of our German Knight Staunton chess set with its simple but attractive design. Unencumbered by fine detail, this simple Staunton design has long been the best selling chess set of all time. These beautiful chess pieces are made from boxwood that are painted blue and ivory and then finished in high gloss lacquer to give them a glass-like finish. Pieces have green billiard cloth pads for a soft feel on the chess board and are weighted for stability. More chess games have been played with a German Knight than any other chess set in the world and it continues to be our most popular chess set. Boxwood Painted Blue & Ivory High Gloss Lacquer King Height: 3.25" King Base: 1.25" King Weight: 2 oz. Chess Set Weight: 32 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" 2" Squares (chessboard is not included)
German Knight Staunton Chess Set in High Gloss Blue & Ivory - 3.25" King
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Price: 99.95
Are you fearless in your approach to chess openings? Do you like to attack your opponents from the very beginning? Are you happy to take calculated risks? Are you a Gambiteer? If the answer to these questions is 'yes' then this is the book for you! In this second volume of the Gambiteer series, opening expert Nigel Davies produces an ambitious and uncompromising repertoire for Black. His two main choices are the Albin Counter Gambit and the Schliemann Gambit. As gambits go they are the pick of the crop, having been tried and tested by some of the World's most inventive players. All of the opening lines Davies advocates lead to positions of open warfare, where sharp, tactical play completely dominates dreary, positional subtleties. Are you ready for the battle? Then cry havoc and let slip the dogs of war! *Includes an armoury of aggressive ideas for Black *Features chess at its most bloodthirsty *Ideal for the attack-minded player
Gambiteer II: A hard-hitting chess opening repertoire for Black
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Our Royal Staunton has unique and elegant features but with a traditional look. This combination of ebonized boxwood and golden rosewood is unique and presents a softer contrast on the chess board. Our ebonized chess pieces are so beautifully polished they almost look like real ebony. The king, queen, and bishop have large, over-size collars and comliment the profile these pieces have. The king's top curves sharply from the collar to the top rather than the common straight line that most kings have and it has a tall and distintive finial. The queen's crown has points that are perfectly spaced and left thick enough to prevent breaking. The bishop miter has a conical shape with a narrow slot. The rooks are tall and with a graceful curve from the parapet to the base. The Royal Staunton is a chess set you can use for every day play or decor sitting on a chess table at home. Ebonized Boxwood & Golden Rosewood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3.25" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 1.8 oz. Chess Set Weight: 40 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (chessboard is not included)
Royal Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood & Golden Rosewood - 3.25" King
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Price: 99.95
Our Royal Staunton has unique and elegant features but with a traditional look. The king, queen, and bishop have large, over-size collars that look perfect with the profile these pieces have. The king's top curves sharply from the collar to the top rather than the common straight line that most kings have and it has a tall and distintive finial. The queen's crown has points that are perfectly spaced and left thick enough to prevent breaking. The bishop miter has a conical shape with a narrow slot. The rooks are tall and with a graceful curve from the parapet to the base. The Royal Staunton is a chess set you can use for every day play or decor sitting on a chess table at home. Ebonized Boxwood & Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3.25" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 1.8 oz. Chess Set Weight: 40 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (chessboard is not included)
Royal Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood - 3.25" King
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Price: 99.95
From our Staunton by Design Collection, the Parker offers tremendous value with a level of detail and quality you will not find on other chess sets in this price range. It has a classic style with handsome knights that have the look and feel of the older Jaques designs. A wonderful set for a casual game of chess. Ebonized Boxwood & Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3.25" King Base: 1.3" King Weight: 1.5 oz. Chess Set Weight: 32 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Billiard Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (chessboard is not included)
Parker Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood & Boxwood - 3.25" King
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Price: 99.95
The Grand Prix Attack is one of White's most aggressive ways of fighting the Sicilian. It leads to a sharp, complex battle in which White often launches a direct attack against the black king. The opening has become a powerful weapon in the cut and thrust of tournament chess, where victory is everything and draws are not enough. It has even gained the seal of approval from elite players such as Vishy Anand and Nigel Short, who have both utilized it with success. In this book Gawain Jones, one of the world' leading experts on the Grand Prix Attack, provides everything you need to know about this opening. Using illustrative games and drawing upon his own wealth of experience, he introduces the key moves and ideas for both sides, taking care to explain the reasoning behind them - something that has often been neglected or taken for granted. The Everyman Chess Starting Out series has firmly established itself as the leading guide to studying openings for up-and-coming players. These books are distinguished by their easy-to-read layout, the lucid explanations of the fundamentals, and the abundance of notes, tips and warnings to help the reader absorb vital ideas. *Covers all the main lines after 2 Nc3 and 3 f4 *Includes bonus chapters on the fashionable 2 Nc3 Nc6 3 Bb5 *Ideal for improvers, club players and tournament players
Starting Out: Sicilian Grand Prix Attack
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Paul Motwani has selected the finest games of the best 15 young players of the 1990s - including Kramnik, Anand, Adams and Judit Polgar - and annotated them in his own inimitable style. Readers will be both inspired and delighted by the games and notes, which impart instruction in painless fashion, while shedding light on the factors that have made these players such world-beaters.
Most Instructive Games of the Young Grandmasters, The
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This elegant black and brown leatherette chess board will prove a terrific choice for nearly any chess set whether wood or metal. The squares will accommodate a chess set with a base up to 1.625" and about 4" tall. The . The outside border has decorative faux tooled-leather look and the leatherette vinyl is both durable and can be easily cleaned. Outside Material: Leatherette Vinyl Square Size: 2" Overall Dimensions: 18" x 18" x .625" Made in Italy
Italfama Black & Brown Leatherette Chess Board - 2" Squares
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Price: 99.95
Our Yugoslavia Staunton originates from the chess set designed for the 1950 Chess Olympiad held in Dubrovnik,Yugoslavia. This unique and handsome Staunton design has since become a favorite for chess players around the world and one of our most popular chess sets. We made a few minor changes such as adding a tapered base to enhance appearance and balance of the chess pieces while maintaining the integrity of the intended design. You'll love playing with this chess set whether it's a casual game at home or a tournament match. Ebonized Boxwood & Golden Rosewood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3.25" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 1.8 oz. Chess Set Weight: 32 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Billiard Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (chessboard is not included)
Yugoslavia Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood & Boxwood - 3.25" King
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Price: 99.95
The daily chess column in the The Times is the game's most widely read article in Britain. A regular part of the coverage is the Winning Move feature. In these puzzles, the player whose move it is has a knockout blow available to beat the opposition. This book contains the pick of Winning Move. Every week reader are invited to solve a puzzle. The column attracts huge reader feedback, where fans dissect and debate the solutions provided by the masters and grandmasters who first played them. This book offers both instruction and entertainment. Use it to hone your tactical skills by trying to uncover the killer blow, or simply enjoy the sacrificial displays devised by the experts.
Times Winning Moves, The
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The endgame is the part of the game in which the result of the game is decided, yet few players devote as much study to it as they know they should. This book will help remedy the problem. By addressing important practical aspects of the endgame in lively fashion, Mednis draws the reader into exploring the endgame in a painless and captivating manner. Here at last is an endgame book designed to be read from cover to cover! Starting with entertaining, cautionary examples of resignations in drawn or even winning positions, Mednis moves on to discuss the key practical aspects of rook endings, minor-piece endings, and endings with a double pawn.
Practical Endgame Tips
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Our Deluxe Rosewood and Maple Chess Board is the perfect choice for rosewood chess sets or contrast an ebony chess set for a beautiful effect. Rosewood has stunning colors ranging from a deep orange-brown to burgundy and every shade in between. The light color of the natural maple makes a wonderful white square contrasted to the rosewood. The wood grain varies greatly producing unique patterns making each chess board individually unique. A triple (white-black-white) pinstripe around the playing area along with an extra wide frame gives the chess board an elegant look. The chess board is sealed in a polyurethane finish that both protects and enhances the natural beauty of the wood! Made from the finest veneer available, the precise inlay work by the craftsmen of Rechapados Ferrer is simply unsurpassed! Material: Rosewood & Maple Veneer & Wood Materials Finish: Satin Polyurethane (soft sheen) Square Size: 1.5" (actual 40mm) Dimensions: 15.5" x 15.5" x .5" Imported from Spain, Rechapados Ferrer is the largest manufacturer and the most recognized name of high quality wood chess boards in the world
Rosewood & Maple Deluxe Chess Board - 1.5" Squares
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Price: 99.95
Our Value Club School and Tournament Kit is the perfect solution for schools and tournaments needing a chess set that includes tournament size chess pieces, chess board, and a bag to store the pieces when they are not being used. The pieces are tournament size with a 3.75" king and 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion. The vinyl rollup chess board has 2.25" squares and alphanumeric notation on the sides to help identify the squares and moves during play. The chess bag has a zipper to keep it closed and is made from heavy canvas - it fits the pieces perfectly. The perfect chess set package for the classroom and tournaments!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 8.75" x 7.25
Value Club Classroom Chess Set Package Black & Ivory Pieces - Green
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Price: 18.95
This elegant red and gold leatherette chess board will prove a terrific choice for nearly any chess set whether wood or metal. The squares will accommodate a chess set with a base up to 1.625" and about 4" tall. The . The outside border has decorative faux tooled-leather look and the leatherette vinyl is both durable and can be easily cleaned. Outside Material: Leatherette Vinyl Square Size: 2" Overall Dimensions: 18" x 18" x .625" Made in Italy
Italfama Red & Gold Leatherette Chess Board - 2" Squares
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Price: 99.95
This elegant green and gold leatherette chess board will prove a terrific choice for nearly any chess set whether wood or metal. The squares will accommodate a chess set with a base up to 1.625" and about 4" tall. The . The outside border has decorative faux tooled-leather look and the leatherette vinyl is both durable and can be easily cleaned. Outside Material: Leatherette Vinyl Square Size: 2" Overall Dimensions: 18" x 18" x .625" Made in Italy
Italfama Green & Gold Leatherette Chess Board - 2" Squares
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Price: 99.95
Our Value Club School and Tournament Kit is the perfect solution for schools and tournaments needing a chess set that includes tournament size chess pieces, chess board, and a bag to store the pieces when they are not being used. The pieces are tournament size with a 3.75" king and 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion. The vinyl rollup chess board has 2.25" squares and alphanumeric notation on the sides to help identify the squares and moves during play. The chess bag has a zipper to keep it closed and is made from heavy canvas - it fits the pieces perfectly. The perfect chess set package for the classroom and tournaments!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 8.75" x 7.25
Value Club Classroom Chess Set Package Black & Ivory Pieces - Black
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Price: 18.95
Our Value Club School and Tournament Kit is the perfect solution for schools and tournaments needing a chess set that includes tournament size chess pieces, chess board, and a bag to store the pieces when they are not being used. The pieces are tournament size with a 3.75" king and 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion. The vinyl rollup chess board has 2.25" squares and alphanumeric notation on the sides to help identify the squares and moves during play. The chess bag has a zipper to keep it closed and is made from heavy canvas - it fits the pieces perfectly. The perfect chess set package for the classroom and tournaments!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 8.75" x 7.25
Value Club Classroom Chess Set Package Black & Ivory Pieces - Blue
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Price: 18.95
Our Value Club School and Tournament Kit is the perfect solution for schools and tournaments needing a chess set that includes tournament size chess pieces, chess board, and a bag to store the pieces when they are not being used. The pieces are tournament size with a 3.75" king and 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion. The vinyl rollup chess board has 2.25" squares and alphanumeric notation on the sides to help identify the squares and moves during play. The chess bag has a zipper to keep it closed and is made from heavy canvas - it fits the pieces perfectly. The perfect chess set package for the classroom and tournaments!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 8.75" x 7.25
Value Club Classroom Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Green
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Price: 18.95
This elegant blue and gold leatherette chess board will prove a terrific choice for nearly any chess set whether wood or metal. The squares will accomodate a chess set with a base up to 1.625" and about 4" tall. The . The outside border has decorative faux tooled-leather look and the leatherette vinyl is both durable and can be easily cleaned. Outside Material: Leatherette Vinyl Square Size: 2" Overall Dimensions: 18" x 18" x .625" Made in Italy
Italfama Blue & Gold Leatherette Chess Board - 2" Squares
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Price: 99.95
Imported rom Italy, this little chess set from Italfama is based on the legendary King Arthur and his stronghold Camelot from which many battles were fought. King Height: 2.375" King Base: 1" Material: Brass & Nickel Plated Cast Zinc Chess Set Weight: 2 lbs. Felt Pads Comes packaged in plastic tray with formed compartments for each piece.r Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.25" - 1.5" Squares
Small Camelot Theme Chess Set Brass & Nickel Pieces
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Price: 99.95
Our Value Club School and Tournament Kit is the perfect solution for schools and tournaments needing a chess set that includes tournament size chess pieces, chess board, and a bag to store the pieces when they are not being used. The pieces are tournament size with a 3.75" king and 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion. The vinyl rollup chess board has 2.25" squares and alphanumeric notation on the sides to help identify the squares and moves during play. The chess bag has a zipper to keep it closed and is made from heavy canvas - it fits the pieces perfectly. The perfect chess set package for the classroom and tournaments!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 8.75" x 7.25
Value Club Classroom Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Black
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Price: 18.95
Our Value Club School and Tournament Kit is the perfect solution for schools and tournaments needing a chess set that includes tournament size chess pieces, chess board, and a bag to store the pieces when they are not being used. The pieces are tournament size with a 3.75" king and 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion. The vinyl rollup chess board has 2.25" squares and alphanumeric notation on the sides to help identify the squares and moves during play. The chess bag has a zipper to keep it closed and is made from heavy canvas - it fits the pieces perfectly. The perfect chess set package for the classroom and tournaments!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 8.75" x 7.25
Value Club Classroom Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Blue
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Price: 18.95
Our Value Club School and Tournament Kit is the perfect solution for schools and tournaments needing a chess set that includes tournament size chess pieces, chess board, and a bag to store the pieces when they are not being used. The pieces are tournament size with a 3.75" king and 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion. The vinyl rollup chess board has 2.25" squares and alphanumeric notation on the sides to help identify the squares and moves during play. The chess bag has a zipper to keep it closed and is made from heavy canvas - it fits the pieces perfectly. The perfect chess set package for the classroom and tournaments!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 8.75" x 7.25
Value Club Classroom Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Brown
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Price: 18.95
Picture this extraordinary Staunton wood chess set in your living room setup and ready for your next game of chess or just simply looking beautiful. You will love the knight's design and intricately carved detail including eyes, mouth, nose, ears, and mane that creates a fierce countenance for which this set is named. The pieces have a graceful profile and a tapered base design that further enhances the overall look. This set features ebonized boxwood and natural boxwood chess pieces. The ebonized boxwood pieces are jet black and polished to a beautiful luster giving them the look of real ebony at less than half the cost.The king is 3" tall with an extra wide base of 1.375", an excellent size for casual games at home with family and friends and large enough to be left out for décor in the home. The pieces have thick green baize pads so they slide smoothly across the chess board and are heavily weighted for stability. Whether you are a casual chess player, collector, or buying a special gift for someone, this Fierce Knight Staunton chess set in ebonized boxwood and natural boxwood is a tremendous value and an excellent choice that will be treasured forever. Ebonized Boxwood & Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 1.8 oz. Chess Set Weight: 32 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Billiard Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (chessboard is not included)
Fierce Knight Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood - 3" King
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Price: 99.95
Our Fierce Knight Staunton chess set is a blend of contemporary and traditional Staunton design featuring knights that are carved with realistic features. The perked ears, eyes, mouth, and mane create a fierce looking countenance that gives this set its name. The pieces have an elegant profile that is carefully turned to perfection on every piece and the golden rosewood and boxwood are hand polished to a rich sheen. The pieces have green billiard cloth pads for a soft feel on the chess board and are heavily weighted for exceptional stability. Both collectors and serious tournament players will appreciate the qualities of the Fierce Knight and will prove one of their favorite chess sets! Ebonized Boxwood & Golden Rosewood King Height: 3" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 3.6 oz. Chess Set Weight: 76 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 2.125" - 2.25" Squares (chessboard is not included)
Fierce Knight Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood & Golden Rosewood - 3" King
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Price: 99.95
This is our lowest priced tournament chess kit! It includes our 34 piece Value Club Plastic Chess Set with a 3.75" king, our Value Vinyl Rollup Chess Board with 2 1/4" squares, and our Sleeve Chess Bag. Chess pieces are single weighted, have green felt paper pads, and are made from a durable glossy plastic which makes a nice contrast against the black and buff chess board. Spare queens are included and pieces come package in 2 heavy zip lock bags. The zippered chess bag is made from heavy canvas and has a sleeve on the bottom to neatly hold a rolled up vinyl chess board. A great package for the chess player on a tight budget, tournaments, or classrooms!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 11.5" x 11.25
Value Club Easy Carry Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Brown
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Price: 18.95
Our Tiger Ebony and Maple Deluxe Chess Board is a favorite for matching with ebony or ebonized chess sets. This chess board features striped ebony, also known as tiger ebony which has irregular black and brown stripes similar to that of a tiger. This makes a spectacular back drop for ebony chess pieces. A triple inlay (white-black-white) pinstripe around the playing area along with an extra wide frame gives the chess board an elegant look. The chess board is sealed in a polyurethane finish that both protects and enhances the natural beauty of the wood. Made from the finest veneer available, the precise inlay work by the craftsmen of Rechapados Ferrer is simply unsurpassed. Material: Tiger Ebony & Maple Veneer & Wood Materials Finish: Satin Polyurethane (soft sheen) Square Size: 1.5" (actual 40mm) Dimensions: 15.5" x 15.5" x .5" Imported from Spain, Rechapados Ferrer is the largest manufacturer and the most recognized name of high quality wood chess boards in the world.
Tiger Ebony & Maple Deluxe Chess Board - 1.5" Squares
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Price: 99.95
Whether you are a chess set collector or you just enjoy the game of chess and you are looking for a good quality chess set, joining The Chess Store Collector's Club is a way to save money and more affordably expand your chess set collection. After you pay your Collectors Club membership you will receive an email with your personal membership number. You will receive this email by no later than the next business day and you can immediately start using your membership to save 20% on nearly every chess set, board, box, and case in our store. To use your membership you simply go to our web site, do your shopping, and when you're done put your membership number in the Gift Certificate/Coupon Code section on the shopping cart page. The Collectors Club discount is valid on nearly every product in our store including sale prices items. Start collecting today!
The Chess Store Collector's Club Membership
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Price: 99.00
Our Zukert Tournament Chess Set Package is without a doubt the best tournament chess set package available at any price. This package includes our exclusive Zukert Series Plastic Chess Set with black and ivory color pieces, Club Vinyl Rollup Chess Board, The Chess Store Deluxe Tournament Bag, and Scorebook. The Zukert is our largest and heaviest plastic chess set with a 4.25" king and a weight of over 4 pounds. Our Zukert was inspired by an original Jaques of London chess set from the mid 1800s that was named for the Grand Master, Johannes Zukertort. The Zukert's knight with its old world nostalgic look, is the epitome of a traditional Staunton knight. We simply refined and accentuated features for a unique design but with the same aesthetic appeal. We applied this principal to all six pieces creating a chess set that is truly a master piece. Our Deluxe Chess Bag is extra large and made from heavy-duty, high quality canvas that is far superior to other bag materials. Our bag is better designed, more durable and simply looks sharper than any other chess bag. There are 2 zipper pockets inside for chess pieces, an extra-large zipper pocket for a clock, a zipper pocket on the outside, Velcro straps to hold a rollup chess board, pockets for score books, pencil holders, and a clear window for inserting an ID tag. It's a beautiful bag with features and quality you won't find on other bags! Our Club Vinyl Rollup Chess Board has 2.375" squares and unrolls flatter than other cheaper boards and we include a scorebook too. This complete tournament chess set package is as good as it comes!Chess Pieces: King Height 4.25" King Base: 1.9" Chess Set Total Weight: 4 lbs 2 oz Includes 2 extra queens for pawn promotion. Thick green felt pads (real felt, not paper).Chess Bag: Material: Heavy nylon fabric with thick cushioning to protect items inside. Bag Dimensions: 23" x 8" x 4" Chess Piece Pockets: (2): 5" x 5" x 3.3" Chess Clock Compartment: 10" x 4.5" x 3" (zippered and cushioned, plus large enough for a full size Chronos Chess Clock) Large outside zipper pocket, 2 large inside pockets for books, sewn in pencil holders, & inside ID tag.Chess Board: Material: Soft and flexible vinyl with cloth backing. Board Dimensions: 21" x 21" x .050" thick Square Size: 2.375"Scorebook: 50 game sheets for games up to 100 moves per player. Game summary on inside of cover. Algebraic and common shorthand notation chart.
Zukert Series Deluxe Bag Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Black
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Price: 99.00
This is our lowest priced tournament chess kit! It includes our 34 piece Value Club Plastic Chess Set with a 3.75" king, our Value Vinyl Rollup Chess Board with 2 1/4" squares, and our Sleeve Chess Bag. Chess pieces are single weighted, have green felt paper pads, and are made from a durable glossy plastic which makes a nice contrast against the green and buff chess board. Spare queens are included and pieces come package in 2 heavy zip lock bags. The zippered chess bag is made from heavy canvas and has a sleeve on the bottom to neatly hold a rolled up vinyl chess board. A great package for the chess player on a tight budget, tournaments, or classrooms!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 11.5" x 11.25
Value Club Easy Carry Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Green
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Price: 18.95
This is our lowest priced tournament chess kit! It includes our 34 piece Value Club Plastic Chess Set with a 3.75" king, our Value Vinyl Rollup Chess Board with 2 1/4" squares, and our Sleeve Chess Bag. Chess pieces are single weighted, have green felt paper pads, and are made from a durable glossy plastic which makes a nice contrast against the black and buff chess board. Spare queens are included and pieces come package in 2 heavy zip lock bags. The zippered chess bag is made from heavy canvas and has a sleeve on the bottom to neatly hold a rolled up vinyl chess board. A great package for the chess player on a tight budget, tournaments, or classrooms!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 11.5" x 11.25
Value Club Easy Carry Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Black
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Price: 18.95
Picture this attractive chess set with genuine Staunton wood chess pieces and a beautiful chess board sitting in your living room or office ready for a chess game. If you are looking for an outstanding value, high quality wood chess set with traditional black and white pieces, there is no better choice. This chess set features our German Knight Staunton with ebonized boxwood and natural boxwood chess pieces matched with our Mahogany and maple chess board. Simple is often best and our German Knight with its simple and attractive design is the ideal set for your everyday chess game. Unencumbered by fine detail, these chess pieces will stand up to the rigor of regular play year after year.This chess set has s a 2.75" tall king with a base diameter of 1.25". The chess board has 1.5" squares with an overall size of 14", an ideal size for casual games at home. Pieces have thick green baize pads for a soft feel on the chess board and are nicely weighted for stability. The ebonized boxwood pieces are jet black while the cream colored natural boxwood is the perfect wood for the white chess pieces. The pieces are individually hand polished and lacquered to a beautiful shine. The rich and warm color of the mahogany chess board creates a striking contrast against the black and boxwood pieces. More chess games have been played with a German Knight than any other chess set in the world and it continues to be our number one selling chess set.
German Knight Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood with Mahogany Chess Board - 2.75" King
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Price: 99.00
Superior quality, large tournament size double 6 black dot dominoes with spinners packaged in a heavy-duty, black, ostrich grained leatherette case with a snap lock closure. Dominoes measure 1 3/32" x 2 3/16" x 1/2" thick. You get rules for eight popular domino games including Straight Dominoes, 42, Moon, 84 (takes 2 sets), Solitaire, Chickenfoot, Mexican Train and Super Dominoes.
Double 6 Tournament Black Dot Spinner Domino Set
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Price: 18.95
On this DVD, Susan teaches beginners basic chess knowledge including pieces, points, rules, and moves. Susan along with her teaching helpers, Champion and King Harold, set a fun stage for learning chess. Also included is a brief history of chess, a short biography on Susan and "Fun Facts" about chess.
Learn Chess in 30 Minutes - Chess for Absolute Beginners
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Price: 18.95
Our Yugoslavia Staunton originates from the chess set designed for the 1950 Chess Olympiad held in Dubrovnik,Yugoslavia. This unique and handsome Staunton design has since become a favorite for chess players around the world and one of our most popular chess sets. We made a few minor changes such as adding a tapered base to enhance appearance and balance of the chess pieces while maintaining the integrity of the intended design. You'll love playing with this chess set whether it's a casual game at home or a tournament match. Material: Babul Wood & Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3.25" King Weight: 1.8 oz. Chess Set Weight: 32 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (not included)
Yugoslavia Staunton Chess Set in Babul Wood & Boxwood - 3.25" King
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Price: 97.95
This chess set package includes our German Staunton Chess Set in ebonized boxwood and boxwood matched with our Standard Rosewood and Maple Chess Board. Sometimes simple is best and that's true of our German Knight Staunton chess set with its simple but attractive design. Unencumbered by fine detail, the pieces will stand up to the rigor of everyday play and it's an especially good chess set for blitz. Pieces have green billiard cloth pads for a soft feel on the chess board and are weighted for stability. The ebonized and natural boxwood is hand polished to a beautiful luster and they create a striking color contrast with the rich orange-brown colors of the rosewood - a look chess players love. More chess games have been played with a German Knight than any other chess set in the world and it continues to be our most popular chess set.Chess Pieces: Ebonized Boxwood & Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 2.75" King Base: 1.125" King Weight: 1.5 oz. Chess Set Weight: 24 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Billiard Cloth PadsChes Board: Material: Rosewood & Maple Veneer & Wood Materials Finish: Satin Polyurethane (soft sheen) Square Size: 1.5" Dimensions: 14" x 14" x .5"
German Knight Staunton Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood with Rosewood Chess Board - 2.75" King
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Price: 99.00
This is our lowest priced tournament chess kit! It includes our 34 piece Value Club Plastic Chess Set with a 3.75" king, our Value Vinyl Rollup Chess Board with 2 1/4" squares, and our Sleeve Chess Bag. Chess pieces are single weighted, have green felt paper pads, and are made from a durable glossy plastic which makes a nice contrast against the black and buff chess board. Spare queens are included and pieces come package in 2 heavy zip lock bags. The zippered chess bag is made from heavy canvas and has a sleeve on the bottom to neatly hold a rolled up vinyl chess board. A great package for the chess player on a tight budget, tournaments, or classrooms!Extra chess pieces are available for this chess set. You can view them by clicking here or visiting our Replacement Plastic Pieces page.Chess Pieces: Material: Solid Plastic King Height: 3.75" King Base: 1.5" Chess Set Weight: 18 oz. Green Felt Paper Pads Includes 2 spare queens for pawn promotionChess Board: Material: Screen Printed Vinyl with Cloth Backing Square Size: 2.25" Overall Board Size: 20" x 20" Thickness: .040" Ranks & Files Algebraically NotatedChess Bag: Material: Heavy Canvas Metal Zipper Dimensions: 11.5" x 11.25
Value Club Easy Carry Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Blue
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Price: 18.95
In this book, one of the most enthusiastic adherents of the Classical Dutch explains the workings of his favourite opening, and provides Black with a complete repertoire against 1 d4. Few opponents will be ready to take on the Classical Dutch, since it has received little attention in chess literature in recent decades. Simon Williams shows how Black can obtain counter-chances against each of White's main options. He also provides recommendations against all of White's alternative approaches against the Dutch, including a variety of sharp possibilities after 1 d4 f5.
Play the Classical Dutch
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Price: 18.95
This chess set package includes our Zukert Series Plastic Chess Set with black and ivory color pieces, Floppy Chess Board, Jumbo Chess Bag, and Scorebook. The Zukert is our largest and heaviest plastic chess set with a 4.25" king and a weight of over 4 pounds. A big set like the Zukert needs a big bag and our Jumbo Chess Bag does the job! It measures 23" long, 14" wide, and 3" deep and will hold just about anything you want to haul or store. Made from heavy-duty, high quality canvas, inside you will find 3 large pouches large enough to hold all of the Zukert pieces in just one with two to spare. The other two pockets you can use to store away another set or a chess clock or two. The bag is large enough to hold the floppy board folded in half plus there are two elastic straps for securing a rollup board if you want to keep a backup. The floppy board is made from mouse pad material and has more "grip" so it won't slide around even when playing blitz and it will lay perfectly flat even when it's been rolled up for folded for long periods of time - it has no memory. This package also includes a scorebook for recording your games. An outstanding chess set package for the serious player whether used at home or carried to wherever the chess game is.Chess Pieces: King Height 4.25" King Base: 1.9" Chess Set Total Weight: 4 lbs 2 oz Includes 2 extra queens for pawn promotion. Thick green felt pads (real felt, not paper).Chess Bag: Material: Heavy nylon fabric with thick cushioning to protect items inside. Bag Dimensions: 23" x 14" x 3" Chess Piece & Clock Pockets: 2 pockets 6.5" x 11" x 2.5" & 1 pocket 8" x 11" x 2.5" Large inside pockets for books, sewn in pencil holders, & inside ID tag. Handle and adjustable shoulder strap for carryingChess Board: Material: Flexible Mouse Pad Rubber with Cloth Playing Surface - Lays Perfectly Flat Board Dimensions: 22" x 22" x .125" thick Square Size: 2.375" Algebraic notation around the sides Please note that the cloth board surface cannot be cleaned with waterScorebook: 50 game sheets for games up to 100 moves per player. Game summary on inside of cover. Algebraic and common shorthand notation chart.
Zukert Series Jumbo-Floppy Chess Set Package Black & Camel Pieces - Blue
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Price: 94.00
Mikhail Tal was simply a chess phenomenon. The magician from Riga stunned the chess world when he became the youngest ever World Champion (at that time) in 1960, and he won countless supporters for his scintillating tactical play and his infectious enthusiasm for the game. Tal's dazzling tactical style would often leave his hapless opponents in a state of shell shock. As former World Champion Vassily Smyslov once noted Tal's appearance in chess had the effect of an exploding bomb, since his style of play was distinguished by extraordinary combinative brilliance. In this book Alexander Raetsky and Maxim Chetverik revisit Tal's brilliant victories. The authors have carefully picked his most famous and instructive games and combinations, ones which set the chess world alight with admiration. A study of this tactical genius is sure to entertain and benefit the aspiring chess student. *Includes Tal's most brilliant sacrificial attacks *Ideal for the attacking-minded chess player
The Masters: Mikhail Tal Tactical Genius
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Price: 18.95
Our Deluxe Old Club Staunton chess set is an ageless classic that for years has been a favorite with players for its distinguishable knight and trational Staunton look. The Deluxe Old Club is often displayed on the front cover of chess books and has been used for plastic chess set models because of its popularity with club and tournament players. Pieces are heavily weighted for stability while billiard cloth pads give the pieces a soft feel and easy to slide across the chess board. There's no better chess set for the casual chess game at home or the coffee shop. Material: Babul Wood & Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3.25" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 1.6 oz. Chess Set Weight: 42 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (not included)
Deluxe Old Club Staunton Chess Set in Babul Wood & Boxwood - 3.25" King
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Price: 97.95
Our Deluxe Old Club Staunton chess set is an ageless classic that for years has been a favorite with players for its distinguishable knight and trational Staunton look. The Deluxe Old Club is often displayed on the front cover of chess books and has been used for plastic chess set models because of its popularity with club and tournament players. Pieces are heavily weighted for stability while billiard cloth pads give the pieces a soft feel and easy to slide across the chess board. There's no better chess set for the casual chess game at home or the coffee shop. Golden Rosewood & Boxwood Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel King Height: 3.25" King Base: 1.375" King Weight: 1.6 oz. Chess Set Weight: 42 oz. 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion Green Baize Cloth Pads Recommended Chess Board Size: 1.75" - 2" Squares (not included)
Deluxe Old Club Staunton Chess Set in Golden Rosewood & Boxwood - 3.25" King
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Price: 89.95
