The Old English Elite Staunton chess men are new for 2009. Superlative quality, carved by the world's finest chess makers from graded ebonised Boxwood & natural Boxwood. Double weighted & plush felted. There has been no compromise when it comes to quality with our Elite series. Currently only available in very small quantities the Regency Chess Company is the only retailer in the UK who is stocking these fine chess men. The scale, proportion & beauty of these chess pieces is perfect in every way. An acclaimation to old English architecture & culture they are setting the standard in classic chess piece design