Wooden magnetic travel chess set, with an ebony-effect and light maple chess board. The magnetised pieces stay in place in the car, on the train or on a plane, and the zipped storage case holds the board as well as all 32 pieces in their individual compartments. Available in 3 sizes: 20 × 20 cm, 25 × 25 cm or 30 × 30 cm.
Magnetic Travel Chess Set with Storage Case
Price range: 132.58€ through 182.02€ In Stock — Order before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)Référence : Chess 13162
Wooden magnetic travel chess set: play anywhere, without ever losing a piece.
Designed for players on the move, this magnetic travel chess set features chess pieces with a hidden magnet beneath their base: they cling firmly to the board, even when it’s tilted, jolted or resting on your knees. No more interrupted games on the train, in the car, on a plane or on a café terrace on a windy day.
The chess board has a contrasting ebony-effect and light maple finish, highlighted by an inlaid marquetry border all around. An elegant look, close to that of a drawing-room chess board, in a size that slips easily into a backpack or a cabin bag.
Three sizes are available, so you can choose the format that suits your needs: 20 cm for ultra-portability, 25 cm for a good compromise, and 30 cm for a playing comfort close to that of a table chess board.
The set comes with a zipped storage case. Its zip fastening on three sides protects the whole set from dust and knocks. Inside, you’ll find 32 individual compartments cut into foam lined with felt: each piece has its own place, and none of them knock against each other. A dedicated compartment holds the board, kept flat by a tab.
This set will suit players who travel, parents wanting to keep little ones entertained on long journeys without a screen, clubs looking for a portable spare chess board, and anyone wishing to give a gift that’s both beautiful and useful. The wood and the storage case also make it a much-appreciated gift idea for a birthday, a graduation or the festive season.
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 à 7,6 cm | 3,8 cm | 4,7 à 5,1 cm |
| 9,5 à 9,8 cm | 4,4 cm | 5,7 à 6 cm |
| 10,1 cm | 4,1 à 4,7 cm | 6 cm |
| 11,2 cm | 5 cm | 6,3 cm |
| 12,7 cm et plus | 4,4 cm | 6,3 à 7 cm |
Metal, resin, pewter, brass or themed sets
| King base diameter | Square size |
|---|---|
| 2 à 2,4 cm | 2,8 à 3,5 cm |
| 2,5 à 2,9 cm | 3,5 à 4 cm |
| 3 à 3,4 cm | 4,3 à 5 cm |
| 3,5 à 3,9 cm | 4,8 à 6,2 cm |
| 4 à 4,5 cm | 6 à 8 cm |
A board that is too small can hamper moves and make the set look cluttered. À l’inverse, 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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