M2008 Tournament Staunton 4 inch King Chess Set King Height 4 inch. Base Diameter 1.75 inch. Triple Weighted 72g. Balance 18.75% This product from Chess Baron: If you are a dedicated chess player who loves a traditional look or looking for a gift for a friend that they will cherish then this triple weighted Staunton is the set for you. Made of Rosewood and Chidar it is simply glows 'class'. You've moved into the heavyweight division when you start looking at this triple weighted chess set. Carved in the traditional Staunton design in both Rosewood and Chidar these chess pieces are simply 'classic'. Indian Rosewood is often used for incense holders due to its slightly aromatic and non-burn qualities. It has a tight grain so it turns and carves well making it an excellent choice for chess pieces. The use of Chidar wood provides a charming contrast with its cream color, fine grain and high natural polish. The King is 4 inches with a 1.75 inch base requiring a board size of 2 inch square. If you are buying for yourself or as a gift, you cannot go wrong with this set. Chess Baron Chess Sets: Because we know you care - we care. Buy Peace of mind - Buy Chess Baron.
ChessBaron Chess Set and Chess Computer Guiding Principles ChessBaron is genuinely committed to high quality hand carved chess sets and computer chess. Chess products like this, of this level of quality are becoming rarer and rarer in this commoditised world. It's just too tempting to give in to the short term desire for profit and so to skimp on materials to make the item less expensive, cutting this corner and shaving that edge. When our items are shown in future runs of antique roadshow, we intend to be still here, still around for your children and your grandchildren, serving them as we wish to serve you, with integrity, honesty and pride. Not just as buzzwords, but as the guiding principles of our name. We have our grandchildren to think of too.