Archive for the ‘folding chess sets’ Category
April 2nd, 2010 | 
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The nineteen inch Debuit chess set is the largest and heaviest of all of our self contained folding chess sets. A unique chess set with splendid ornate chess pieces that fit neatly inside the gothic styled folding cabinet which has been crafted from solid mahogany, maple and birch wood. Everything about this set is very well finished and represents expert craftsmanship. It’s smooth and tactile yet extremely solid and robust. The moment you are handed the box you will immediately be struck by the very heavy weight of the set. We have sourced this set from a highly talented team of chess makers in Poland and so far we have been extremely impressed with the quality and feel of this chess set.
Crafted from solid sheesham and boxwood this chess set feels heavy and solid. A ten inch solid inlaid board which features a sliding drawer that pushes out to reveal the pieces. The drawer is held in place by a sprung ball device that prevents it from coming out when not required. A very good standard of finish gives this product a lovely natural wood feel to it. The highly detailed pieces, carved in the Staunton style are non-weighted. The pieces sit inside the drawer which is lined with plush green felt. Although there are no draughts pieces included there is ample space inside the drawer to add your own or indeed any other games related items that are small enough to fit inside. The base of the cabinet is also lined with felt to ensure your table top does not suffer scratches.
Crafted from solid sheesham and boxwood this stunning chess set feels solid, sturdy and will provide years if not decades of chess playing. The board is carefully crafted from individual squares of wood. Each is 2mm thick and has been inlaid perfectly to create a stunning chess board. Housed inside the cabinet are the solid wooden pieces, carved from Sheesham and Boxwood. Fashioned in the Staunton style they have a fantastic attention to detail and a nice edged feel to them. Each piece has a magnetic green base to it which allows it so stick to the wooden board .A beautiful set that has been finished to a very high standard.
This crafted wooden chess set has been fashioned from solid ebony, rosewood and boxwood. The result is a stunning set with a beautiful board and finely detailed chess pieces. The cabinet is made from the luxurious rose wood is plush lined inside. The finely inlaid squares are ebony and boxwood which lends itself nicely to a real black and white chequerboard pattern. The white chess pieces are carefully carved out of boxwood in the classic Staunton style while their opponents are fashioned in dense solid ebony. A really stunning chess set made from dense and fine materials. One of a small quantity we have managed to secure. An ideal gift for chess collectors and enthusiasts, a set which will no doubt provide years of use and will age well.
Crafted from solid sheesham and boxwood this stunning chess set feels solid, sturdy and will provide years if not decades of chess playing. The board is carefully crafted from individual squares of wood. Each is inlaid square 4mm thick and has been inlaid perfectly to create a stunning chess board. Housed inside the cabinet are the solid wooden pieces, carved from Sheesham and boxwood. Fashioned in the Staunton style they have a fantastic attention to detail. The pieces are non weighted and have soft felt on their bases. The unique had crafted feel to this set is quite special. The set is styled is a classic European design which has been copied by many Far Eastern chess manufacturers .A beautiful set that has been finished to a very high standard.
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This is a lovely medium sized folding chess set with real character. Hand finished from Mahogany and Birch it features an inlaid board with notation and a very robust sturdy cabinet. The chess pieces are fashioned in the staunton style with a very heavy European influence. They are non weighted and have black felt bases. What makes this chess set unique is the corner bevelling around the edges of the cabinet. They have been carefuly angled to expose the light birch wood which forms part of it’s unique character and design. A solid and very well made chess set that has been hand crafted in Europe.
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Our 18 inch Club chess set is another fine example from the talented Polish chess producers. A large chess set fashioned in the classic European style with contemporary Staunton chess men that have a distinct European feel to them. The chess board has clean lines and a smooth tactile feel to it as do the polished chessmen. An elegant set that represents very good value for money.
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The Pearl chess set is a beautiful example of classic European chess set design. It features quaint little chess men with ornate wood burning on their bases and a classic wood burnt and stained chess board. Part of what makes this set so nice is the decorate nature on the pieces and the board, it is highly attractive yet not over stated in any way. A genuine European made chess set that is solid and robust. This classic design of chess set has been copied by many Far Eastern manufacturers, this example is a genuine European made set that represents superb value for money.
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A great design and one of our personal favourites. Bookend style designed cabinet with solid graded golden rosewood and maple inlaid playing squares. The pieces are non magnetic and are made from boxwood and golden rosewood. The cabinet has a gentle magnetic closing action and each piece is careflly situated in place by plush foam and flocking compartments. A truely unique design sold exculsively in the UK by the Regency Chess Company.
Tags: Rosewood
A new design by the Regency Chess Company. Real solid Ebony and natural boxwood chess pieces are housed in dark brown flocked compartments inside the cabinet. The Cabinet itself is constructed from solid Rosewood with a beautiful solid Ebony top. The playing surface is constructed from solid ebony and Maple inlaid squares. Superb amalgamation of three graded hardwoods, Ebony, Rosewood and Boxwood result in a chess set of sublime quality for its size.
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