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Wooden Chess Sets

You will be amazed of the variety of wooden chess sets that are offered on this page.

“I saw the joy, inspiration, and connection it gave people in all walks of life as they enjoyed chess in their own way.

Disabled people and those in hospital beds had a way to pass the time or surprise a visiting friend by with their chess game.

Veterans told me their stories. One dear friend, a 90 year old lieutenant carried his miniature pocket set with him everywhere. It helped him and his buddies stay sane in the worst of times.

I feel honored to be a part of so many hurting, healing, and hearty lives.” –
from Raphael Neff – ChessHouse

Different Types of Wooden Chess Sets

I searched the internet for you to find all sorts of chess sets for different occasions. People have different tastes, some are looking for theme chess sets, others are die-hard chess players and want a good tournament set. And some are looking for a gift idea.

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Get Your Wooden Chess Sets here!

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What is the Standard Size of Chess Board?

Chess Piece & Chessboard Sizing in Tournaments

The size of the squares are 2.25 inches. The king is 3.75 inches and has a 1.75 inch base. The majority of tournament players use plastic chess pieces and roll-up vinyl.

Basically the chess pieces should not sit too crowded on the chess board, but sit comfortable. They also should not be too isolated on the squares. This happens when the pieces are too small if compared to the board.

What Chess Sets do Pros use?

Height, Weight, Proportions according to FIDE (World Chess Federation)

The size of the pieces should be proportionate to their height and form; other elements such as stability, aesthetic considerations etc., may also be taken into account. The weight of the pieces should be suitable for comfortable moving and stability.

Recommended height of the pieces is as follows:
King – 9.5 cm, Queen – 8.5 cm, Bishop – 7 cm, Knight – 6 cm, Rook – 5.5 cm and Pawn – 5 cm.
The diameter of the piece’s base should measure 40-50% of its height. These dimensions may differ up to 10% from the above recommendation, but the order (e.g. King is higher than Queen etc.) must be kept.

Form, Style of Pieces

Recommended for use in FIDE competitions are pieces of Staunton style. The pieces should be shaped so as to be clearly distinguishable from one another. In particular the top of the King should distinctly differ from that of the Queen.
by FIDE Handbook

Fantasy Chess Set
Star Trek Chess Set
Cherry Chess Table
Modern Chess Table
Cherry Chess Pub Table
I like Staunton Chess Sets. They are popular among chess players and beautiful.
Get Your Dream Chess Set
Antique Chess Pieces Simply beautiful.
Discounted Chess Supplies Save money here. Great offers.
Unusual Sets See some very unusual chess pieces here.
Marble Chess Pieces. Very nice to look at ….
Metal Chess Sets Unusual masterpieces ….
Alabaster Chess Simply wonderful…
Peg Chess Sets Ideal for traveling
Travel-Chess-Set Nice for Traveling and a good Gift Idea
Brass Chess Set Get it to decorate your living-room.
Unique Set – Art Deco Chess Pieces
Looking for a chess gift?

Great Theme Chess Sets

Alice in Wonderland Chess Pieces Very popular Theme Chessmen world-wide.
Revolutionary War Chess Pieces Enjoy and play.
Firefighter-Chess-Set Do you have a friend working for the Police or Firebrigade? Then this nice set might be the right gift for him or her.
Police Chess Set A nice gift idea for a friend working for the Police.
Civil War Chess Pieces Very beautiful and popular.
Chess-Set-of-the-Gods Chess Pieces of the Greek Mythology.
Medival Chess Sets
Chess Boards
Revolutionary War Chess Sets
Expensive Chess Sets
Outdoor Chess Sets
3D Chess Sets
Lord of the Rings Chess Set
3D Fairy Chess Set
Greek Chess Sets
Indian Chess Set
Portable Chess Sets
Wildlife Animal Chess Sets
Electronic Chess Computer

Get the well-known DGT Electronic Chess Board at a discount.

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