This fine chess set has been crafted from solid Golden Rosewood and selected Boxwood. It has a fine polished lacquer finish which brings out the superb wood grain and brings a lovely deep colour to the wood. Inside are solid Staunton Chessmen with magnets inside them. They cling to the chess board with just the right amount of pull to keep them steady yet allow a seamless game of chess. None of the magnetic or metal parts are visible of course, it's outward appearance is of a 100% solid wood construction. This fine chess set is a great size for portability yet still large enough for a good game of chess. The solid hardwood construction means it weighs in at a healthy 600 grams. It feels dense and heavy in the hand, the lacquered finish adding to it's sense of quality and distinction.
Small and lightweight travel backgammon set. Finished in quality black imitation leather with white stitching, . Inside, the playing surface is finished in plush scarlet felt with inlays of black and white felt for the triangles. The counter stones are magnetised, as is the surface, making this small set great for playing on the move. The cabinet is fitted with a chrome style clasp and all dice are included. A great little backgammon set that can easily fit into a suitcase or bag - perfect for those summer getaways. Includes basic instructions for playing. Designed in Germany.
Classic Staunton Tournament size Chess Set that exhibits supreme quality at an affordable price. This set features our large Winchester series Sheesham chess pieces with a king height of 4 inches. The design is very traditional and authentic with large, aggressive looking hand carved knights. Each piece is double weighted and has been individually hand finished and polished. The rich yellow, green and red tones of the Sheesham match beautifully with the rich Walnut and Maple veneer board. This Board features large playing squares making it suitable for such tall pieces. However, the tight border design keeps the overall dimensions of the board to a minimum - great if playing space is at a premium. A great high quality everyday chess set that is functional and practical yet beautiful to behold.
For those that want a solid wooden chess board but with added portability and storage capabilities this fine example fits the bill perfectly. Crafted from Golden Rosewood (Sheesham), Rosewood and Boxwood with a veneered underside. When folded down you get the chance to see a cross section of the board, here you can see how each square is created from a solid wooden insert, a much preferred construction method as opposed to wafer thin veneers. The chess board has been lacquered and hand polished to a medium gloss and has a very nice weight to it.
Beautifully detailed figurative chess pieces from Studio Anne Carlton. This allegorical depiction encapsulates the ancient religious war that stretched over hundreds of years. These pieces portray specific crusades to restore Christian control of the Holy Land that were fought between 1095 and 1291. Fabricated from a crushed stone composite then hand painted, the level of detail is simply staggering from every angle. Each side depicts completely different figures - Christian forces and Muslim warriors.
With a king's base diameter of 1.4 inches these pieces could be combined with an 18-19 inch board. However, due to their height we suggest a 21 inch board to retain good proportions.
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.
Excellent quality twelve inch White wood chess set with a solid Ebony top edging, including Ebony and Maple inlaid playing squares. Naturally polished, this set looks distinctive opened out and is a deluxe alternative to similar chess sets that use less expensive woods. Inside the folding cabinet, the large Boxwood and Ebonised Boxwood pieces are positioned within their own black flocked compartments, thus providing the finishing touch to this exclusive Regency Chess Company design.
Excellent Value chess set bundle consisting of our Jacks Knight solid Sheesham and Boxwood chess pieces and our 12.5 inch Walnut and Maple veneer board. The chess pieces are hand made and are unweighted, with green felting on their bases. The pieces are naturally polished and represent great value for money for solid hardwood construction. The chess board is made in Spain by one of the world's finest chess board manufacturers. Constructed from fine walnut and maple veneers and finished in a satin lacquer, it compliments the pieces nicely to create a chess set that matches in style and colour. A great starter chess set that also looks great and will provide many happy years of chess playing.
Fifteen inch round cornered chess board constructed in solid Whitewood with solid inlaid Sheesham (Golden Rosewood) and Whitewood playing squares. The base is lined with green flocking to protect surfaces underneath. The board is lacquered and polished to a soft sheen, providing the perfect playing surface for our Down Head and French Knight Sheesham chessmen.
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.
A brand new luxury chess piece collection for 2009. Remarkable quality pieces made by one the world's finest chess piece makers. Produced in graded Red Sandalwood and Boxwood they are truely a sight to behold. The depth of grain and rich red colour from these naturally polished Red Sandalwood pieces is simply staggering! Double weighted with plush green felted bases they are available only in very low quantities. Supplied exclusively in the UK to the Regency Chess Company.
Beautufilly finished, High gloss lacquered large chess board produced by renowed Spanish chess board maker Rechapados Ferrer. Grey Ash Burl and Maple veneered construction is used throughout. The board's base is also constructed from quality wooden veneer. Modern fabrication techniques are uses which makes for a chess board with clean lines and meticulous attention to detail. The Ash has a beautiful marbled burl grain that seems to jump when the light catches it. Perfect for accompanying with Ebony or Rosewood Pieces with 3.5 inch King heights.