Classic Staunton Style
Featuring the time-honored Staunton design—endorsed by FIDE and USCF—this set brings tournament-grade form and function to your home. The classic knight, crown-topped queen, and mitre bishop follow the proportions established in 1849.
Perfectly Sized for Play
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King height: 3.5″ (89 mm) – ideal for standard play
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King base diameter: 1.6″ (42 mm), adhering to the recommended 40–50% height ratio
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Proportional sizing across all pieces ensures harmonious visual balance.
Triple-Weighted for Stability
Each chess piece includes a metal weight in the base, making it bottom-heavy—so it returns upright even if tilted, enhancing playability, especially in blitz games
🪵 Materials & Craftsmanship
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Light pieces: high-quality boxwood
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Dark pieces: ebonized wood for rich contrast
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Precision-turned and hand-finished with a polished lacquer for durability and elegant grain visibility
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Felted bases: thick green baize protects boards and enhances movement.
📏 Set Composition & Specs
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Total pieces: 34 (16 white, 16 black + 2 extra queens for promotion)
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Total weight: ~1000 g (35 oz), varies ±10% depending on manual weighting
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Recommended board square size: 2″–2.25″ (50–55 mm)
🎯 Ideal For
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Tournament & serious players: Meets official size and weighting standards
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Blitz/rapid gameplay enthusiasts: Weighted pieces resist accidental toppling
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Collectors & aesthetes: Elegant finish and classic wooden materials elevate any chess display
✅ Why You’ll Love It
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Professional performance — regulation-sized pieces with optimal weight and balance
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Premium wooden craftsmanship — smooth, durable lacquer finish with distinct woods
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Stable & user-friendly — weighted and felted for superior play feel
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Complete & practical set — extra queens included for seamless pawn promotion
📌 Quick Spec Summary
Feature |
Specification |
King Height |
3.5″ (89 mm) |
King Base |
1.6″ (42 mm) |
Total Pieces |
34 (includes 2 extra queens) |
Total Weight |
~1000 g (35 oz) ±10% |
Woods Used |
Boxwood (light), ebonized wood (dark) |
Base Finish |
Green felt |
Recommended Board |
2″–2.25″ squares |
🔧 Care & Pairing Tips
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Board match: pair with a 50–55 mm square chessboard for balanced scale
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Environmental care: keep out of direct sunlight and humid conditions to preserve wood integrity
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Storage suggestion: use lined storage box or velvet bag to prevent scratches and dust
The King Tall 3.5″ Waighted Staunton Series chess pieces are a well-balanced, elegant, and functional set—perfect for competitive play, rapid matches, or elevating your chess decor. Ready for the board and robust in design, this set delivers timeless performance and aesthetic value.