Chess Pieces "Alban Knight" | Staunton | 101 mm | Boxwood & Palisander

The Staunton chess piece set "Alban Knight" combines elegance, functionality, and quality, making it a perfect choice for players seeking both visual appeal and practical performance. With its finely detailed knights and high-grade materials, this set offers a balanced blend of tradition and craftsmanship, ideal for competitive or casual games.

Design and Craftsmanship

The "Alban Knight" set follows the timeless Staunton design, widely recognized as the standard for chess tournaments worldwide. The knights stand out with their remarkable hand-carved detail, reminiscent of a regal horse, adding a unique artistic touch to the chessboard. The other pieces, turned and carefully hand-finished, showcase clear, elegant lines for comfortable handling. This design focus enhances not only the aesthetic but also the functionality, making each piece easy to grip and move during fast-paced play.

Materials and Finish

Crafted from premium boxwood and palisander, the chess pieces are both sturdy and refined. Boxwood provides a smooth, light texture, while the deep tones of palisander offer an attractive contrast. These materials are not only chosen for their beauty but also for their durability, ensuring that the set can endure years of use. The felted bases protect your chessboard while providing smooth, quiet movement during play.

Functionality

Every piece in this set is weighted to create a balanced feel, allowing players to move with precision and ease. The felted undersides prevent scratching or slipping, ensuring a seamless gaming experience. The inclusion of additional queens facilitates more advanced gameplay, giving players greater tactical options during pawn promotion.

Suitable for Tournaments

This set complies with FIDE standards, making it suitable for official tournaments. The king’s height of 101 mm ensures visibility and proportionality on the board, and the weighted pieces add a professional feel to competitive play. The set is recommended for use on chessboards with square sizes between 55 and 58 mm, providing the perfect backdrop for these elegant pieces.

Optimal Pairing

To fully showcase the beauty of the "Alban Knight" set, pairing it with a chessboard of matching quality and the recommended square size will create an impressive and functional display, enhancing the overall chess-playing experience.

Features of the Chess Pieces

• Design: Staunton
• Material: Boxwood & Palisander Wood
• King’s Height: 101 mm
• Total Weight of the Set: 1,112 g
• Format: FIDE Standard
• Workmanship: Carved, Felted, and Weighted
• Extras: Additional Queens
• Recommended Field Size: 55 - 58 mm

Important Information:

The pieces are hand-carved and made of natural, precious woods. Due to this non-machine, handmade manufacturing process by various carvers, the engravings and carvings as well as the natural wood grain may vary slightly from the pictures. The chessboard is not part of this offer and is for presentation purposes only.