Binding: Misc. Brand: House of Staunton Label: House of Staunton Manufacturer: House of Staunton Publisher: House of Staunton Studio: House of Staunton
Features:
The House of Staunton - 1
Beautiful Plastic Chess set by the legendary 1
3.875" King with a 1.75" Diameter Base
Consists of 34 Chessmen, 17 light and 17 dark (including two additional Queens)
Includes a FREE Genuine 2Vinyl Board - A $20.00 Value
Rating: - Very nice
Beautiful chess set. Heavy pieces. Nice design.
Delivery was quick and everything was packaged well.
Rating: - Superb at three times the price...
This is a gorgeous set of pieces - I was blown away by the quality when I received mine. The design of the knight is especially beautiful. Don't be fooled by the word 'plastic'. These pieces are felted and weighted, and do not look at all like 'plastic', having a nice matt patina. Without touching one, the black pieces have the appearance of wood. Even the pawns feel quite heavy. They're also nicely finished and look and feel as if they'll last a lifetime.
I'm so impressed, I'm ordering another set in a different colour combination. The price is ridiculous. I've have paid three or four times what Amazon are asking for a set as elegant and as handsome as this.
If you appreciate fine chess sets, you can't afford not add this to your collection. As for me, this will be my main set from now on. Congrats to House of Staunton for having the inspiration.
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