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French Guard Chess Set – Maple and Blue Briar Wood Chess Board & Solid Brass Pieces
€783.46or 3 × €261.15 interest-freeIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)Reference: Chess 21905
Complete French Guard chess set: maple and blue briar wood chess board (42 x 42 cm) with solid brass Staunton-style pieces, 7.5 cm king. A classic choice for playing or gifting.
More information
Pieces
- King height
- 7,5 cm
- King base diameter
- 2,4 cm
- Number of pieces
- 32
- Material
- Metal
- Felted
- Yes
- Weighted
- Yes
Board
- Dimensions
- 42 × 42 cm
- Square size
- 4 cm
- Thickness
- 1.8 cm
- Materials
- Faux Leather, Maple, Heather Wood
Style & craftsmanship
- Style
- Staunton
Other details
- Number of pieces
- 32, including 2 queens
- Finish
- felted and weighted pieces
The French Guard chess set pairs a maple and blue briar wood chess board with a set of 32 solid brass Staunton-style chess pieces.
This complete chess set (pieces + board) is equally suited to regular play and to display on a tray or shelf. Its bluish tone and quality materials also make it a lovely gift idea for chess enthusiasts.
To keep the board and pieces looking their best, wipe them with a soft, dry cloth after use.
Choosing the right board size
A beautiful chess set rests on a simple balance: pieces well proportioned to the size of the squares. To choose a harmonious board, the most reliable guide is the diameter of the king's base.
Key guideline: ideally, the king's base takes up about 75% of the square.
Traditional wooden chess sets
| King height | King base diameter | Square size |
|---|---|---|
| 7,3 to 7,6 cm | 3,8 cm | 4,7 to 5,1 cm |
| 9,5 to 9,8 cm | 4,4 cm | 5,7 to 6 cm |
| 10,1 cm | 4,1 to 4,7 cm | 6 cm |
| 11,2 cm | 5 cm | 6,3 cm |
| 12,7 cm and above | 4,4 cm | 6,3 to 7 cm |
Metal, resin, pewter, brass or themed sets
| King base diameter | Square size |
|---|---|
| 2 to 2,4 cm | 2,8 to 3,5 cm |
| 2,5 to 2,9 cm | 3,5 to 4 cm |
| 3 to 3,4 cm | 4,3 to 5 cm |
| 3,5 to 3,9 cm | 4,8 to 6,2 cm |
| 4 to 4,5 cm | 6 to 8 cm |
A board that is too small can hamper moves and make the set look cluttered. Conversely, a board that is too large can break the harmony of the whole. The right size brings both playing comfort and elegance.
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