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June of 2019 is now behind us and tradition dictates that once again we take a look at the new arrivals section and round up the most interesting announcements of the last month. Our new range of roll-up chessboards was certainly the hottest in our new arrival section over the past month. A few other notable announcements last month include the BCC bone chess set & the Great Analysis Staunton Camel Bone Chess Set. For the full scoop on all of the above, plus some other launches from the past month, just scroll down and hit ‘em up.

Mouse Pad Chess Boards

Silicone Chess Boards

Vinyl Roll-up Chess Boards

PVC Plastic Chess Boards

The British Chess Company (BCC) Bone Chess Set

The Great Analysis Staunton Camel Bone Chess Set

Last month the spotlights were primarily on our recently introduced new chess boards. Starting from the mouse pad chessboards these boards are made with finest soft rubber mouse pad type material. These boards are lightweight, wipes clean, & fully washable. The underneath surface of the board has been designed cleverly and so that it won’t budge or fly away in the wind while having blitz game or outdoor play.  Know More>>

Rubber Mouse pad Tournament Roll-up Chess Board

Next on the list is silicone chess boards. These chess boards are made with a stretchy silicone material, these algebraic notation roll-up boards are lightweight, wipes clean, wrinkle-free, fully washable & odorless. Know More>>

Silicone Unique Flexible Roll-up Chess Board

Being official for a few weeks now, Vinyl roll-up chess boards have held a tight grip in the chess world. Made with finest vinyl material this algebraic notation folding chess boards is super lightweight. This roll-up board will lay flat yet easily rolled up for storage in the bag. We are offering these chess boards at a very low price with free shipping. Know More>>

Basic Tournament Vinyl Roll-up Chess Board

Moving on to folding tournament PVC chess boards, these chess boards are easy to transport compared to the flat chess boards, therefore you can carry this folding chess board easily to your tournaments, clubs, or next door. Made with finest PVC plastic material this algebraic notation folding chess board is super lightweight, & wipes clean. Know more>>

Double Folding Tournament PVC Chess Board

The British Chess Company (BCC) reproduced Staunton double collared bone chess set had also made its debut and gathered a lot of fan attention. Featuring the finest aspects of Staunton pattern set ever seen on a bone chess set. The dark chess pieces are made of stained dyed jet black camel bone & bleached white camel bone(Also available in ebony wood). The set features a Tournament standard 3.75″ King with a base diameter of 1.53 inches. These hand carved chess pieces are the perfect gift for any chess or art collector. Know More>>

The British Chess Company (BCC) Reproduced Staunton Double Collared Bone Chess Set

Another noteworthy announcement was the great analysis Staunton camel bone chess set. This beauty is hand carved with a high level of precision by our master craftsman, all the pieces are naturally weighted and felted with thick green cloth.

The Great Analysis Staunton Camel Bone Chess Set

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May of 2019 was kicked off with one of the most exciting releases so far this year – Plastic chess pieces. Our plastic series chess pieces category immediately sparked a lot of interest among chess fans due to its low price & high value. And while we’re on the subject of chess pieces, few other announcements also took place last month –  1851 V2.0, Marshal, Pre-Hartson, The Ancient Indian Warrior. We have also launched some new Spanish chess boards along the way. For those of you who didn’t have enough time – you can get more details on each launch below.

Plastic Chess Pieces

Reproduced 1851 Morphy Chess Set V2.0

The Ancient Indian Warrior

Reproduced Antique 1900 Marshal Staunton Pattern Chess Set

1885 Pre-Hartston Staunton Pattern Chess Set

Antique Series French Regency Chess Pieces

The Traditional Indian Hand Carving Chess Pieces

Wooden Deluxe Santos Palisander pr & Sycamore

Wooden Deluxe Black Dyed Poplar & Sycamore

Wooden Deluxe Black Dyed Poplar & Olive

Last month the spotlights were primarily on the plastic series chess pieces. This category is for buyers with a tight budget. These beautiful high-quality plastic chess sets are cheap yet sturdy as they are waterproof and sun resistant up to some extent. So you can enjoy your game wherever you want without the fear of damaging the chess set, unlike the wooden chess pieces. The plastic pieces that we offer come with both non-weighted and Quadruple weighted with the size ranging from 3” to 4.1” king size. Know more>>

PLASTIC CHESS PIECES with free international shipping

Chess Carnival 2018 was jam-packed with the reproductions but none shines brighter than the sequel of 1849 Staunton Chess Set, the reproduction of 1851 Staunton Pattern Chess Set V2.0 with “Morphy” knights. The Morphy knights have pronounced jowls as compared to other designs of knights. The king in the set is 4.4″ high and the set comes with 34 pieces including 2 extra queens. A rook and a knight in each side come with kingside stamping which was a norm with Staunton chess sets at that time. Know More>>

Reproduced 1851 Morphy Chess Set V2.0 in Ebony / Antiqued Box wood with King Side Stamping - 4.4" King

Next on the list is the Ancient Indian warrior Staunton luxury series chess set. This artistic chess set is handcrafted with precision and care in genuine ebony wood and antiqued boxwood. The King proudly stands at 4″ tall with a base diameter of 1.8 inches. The set comes with free extra queens for effortless pawn promotion. Pieces have unique rings and thick green felts, which precisely envelops the base of each chessmen for smooth movement on the chess board. Know More>>

The Ancient Indian Warrior Staunton Luxury Series Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Box Wood - 4" King

Surely you have seen this chess set before but not in a wooden avatar. chessbazaar® proudly presents the reproduction of the 1900 Marshal Staunton pattern chess set. Reproduced Antique 1900 Marshal Staunton Pattern chess set is handcrafted in genuine ebony wood and antiqued boxwood. The King is 3.75″ high(Tournament Size) with a base diameter of 1.69 inches. Handcrafted in India, by the passionate designers of chessbazaar whose wish is to present you with the most wonderful reproduction of Antique 1900 Marshal Staunton Pattern Chess Set Know More>>

Reproduced Antique 1900 Marshal Staunton Pattern Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Box Wood with King Side Stamping - 3.75" King

Moving on to the antique 1885 Pre-Hartston Staunton Pattern Chess Set. This chess set is handcrafted in genuine ebony wood and antiqued boxwood. The King proudly stands at 4.5″ tall with a base diameter of 1.92 inches. Our team of expert carvers put their hearts into the smallest little details of this chess set and have closely worked to bring out this revised reproduction as perfect as it can be. The result of this hard work of these master craftsmen is a truly wonderful design and a masterpiece which any connoisseur will admire. Know more>>

Reproduced Antique 1885 Pre-Hartston Staunton Pattern Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Box Wood with King Side Stamping - 4.5" King

Reproduced Antique Series French Regency Chess Pieces also made its debut and gathered a lot of fan attention. The hand carving on each chess piece around the shank is noteworthy, especially the unique collar rings on the king, queen, bishop and marvelous vertical lines on the rooks. The design of the knight is also highly outstanding. They are meticulously handcrafted from the finest grade bud rosewood and polished by hand to give it a rich and long-lasting shine Know More>>

Reproduced Antique Series French Regency Chess Pieces in Bud Rosewood & Boxwood - 4.2" King

The Traditional Indian Hand Carving Chess Set is an excellent non-Staunton set, mainly for its excellent value and exquisite design. Featuring the finest aspects of Indian hand-carving on each chess piece is noteworthy, especially the unique king & queen and marvelous miter cut on the bishops. ll chess pieces have a taller height which adds another interesting dimension to the set. Pieces are natural weighted and have thick green felts, which precisely envelops the base of each chessmen for smooth movement on the chess board. The carving and turning the quality of the knight are quite spectacular, look closely at the ball, eyes, and craftsmanship below the ball. Know More>>

The Traditional Indian Hand Carving Chess Pieces in Sheesham & Box Wood - 5.1" King

Last but not the least, our new Spanish chess boards have also been soaking up the spotlight. Veneer chessboards use much less of the deluxe hardwood in their construction and this reliable construction method is much more consistent, so wastage and defects tend to be a lot less making the chessboards less expensive. These chessboards have sharp corners from all edges with a matte finish on the top surface of it, hence matte surface will protect the chessboard from finger smudges & scratches. Know More>>

Wooden Deluxe Santos Palisander pr & Sycamore with Matte Finish Chess Board 22" - 55 mm

That’s all for now. Follow us on Twitter Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest releases, offers & promotions. We’d glad to know your views and experiences of the chess sets which you have purchased from us. You can also get the updates direct on your email by sign-up to our newsletter.

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There’s no doubt that the chess reproductions are always a hot topic in the chess community, regardless of what time of the year it is. To fulfill the aspirations of the chess collector community, we at chessbazaar, introduced several reproductions & some luxury chess sets in our biggest chess carnival 2019. For the full scoop on the launches from the past month, just scroll down and hit ‘em up.

Reproduced 1849 Original Staunton Pattern Chess Set in Ebony / Boxwood with King Side Stamping – 3.75″ King

The Candidates Series Staunton Chess Set in 3.75″ King

Reproduced Antique Circa 1895 Ayres English Made Club Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Box Wood – 4.3″ King

Limited Edition Indian-American Luxury Series Chess Set in Bud Rose / Box Wood – 4.3″ King

The Excalibur Luxury Artisan Series Chess Set in Ebony / Box Wood – 4.6″ King

The Shera Series Staunton Chess Set V2.0 in Bud Rose / Box Wood – 4.1″ King

First on the list is the chess set that needs no introduction. Reproduced 1849 original Staunton pattern chess set in ebony/boxwood with king side stamping is now available in standard tournament size. This chess set has been specifically designed for chess tournament/club players. This chess set is expertly weighted from our master artisans and it’s superb size proportioning from a king to pawn make this chess set an excellent choice for fast chess games in tournaments/clubs or regular home and school play. Know More>

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Reproduced 1849 Original Staunton Pattern Chess Set in Ebony / Boxwood with King Side Stamping - 3.75" King

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Second, on the list is the candidates series Staunton chess set in tournament standard 3.75″ King. We’ve launched candidates series in tournament size because many of our buyers were asking for it. This is a captivated design featuring the magnificently robust and remarkable knight.

The Candidates Series Staunton Chess Set in Bud Rose / Box Wood - 3.75" King

Moving on to the reproduced antique circa 1895 ayres English made club chess set. Legend is handcrafted with precision and care in genuine ebony wood and antiqued boxwood. The original spectacular set was made by the game company F.H Ayres. The turnings and carvings of this chess set were first quality and equal to those of the vintage Jaques sets. Our team of expert carvers put their hearts into the smallest little details of this chess set and have closely worked to bring out this reproduction as perfect as it can be.

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Reproduced Antique Circa 1895 Ayres English Made Club Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Box Wood - 4.3" King

The Indian-American luxury series chess set is one of our most popular luxury chess sets, and all the versions of it have been hugely successful, though it was not the first one that made the greatest splash in our best seller category. Following the success of our original Indian-American luxury series chess set, we have introduced the limited Edition Indian-American Luxury Series Chess Set in Bud Rose / Box Wood – 4.3″ King. Borrowed its ferocious look and aggression from its elder sibling Indian-American series, the Limited Edition version doesn’t fail to impress any décor lover. This marvelous beauty is made up of bud rosewood and boxwood. The King proudly stands at 4.3 inches and its base is robust 1.8 inches.

Limited Edition Indian-American Luxury Series Chess Set in Bud Rose / Box Wood - 4.3" King

Things have really been getting heated during the last month when we introduced the Excalibur luxury artisan series chess set in ebony & boxwood – 4.6″ king. The knight of this chess set is inspired by the sword of the legendary King Arthur. The sweeping mane and distinctive head shape give the knight aggressive and ready-to-attack look. The King proudly stands at 4.6 inches and its base is robust 1.9 inches. This is a luxury design featuring the magnificently robust and solitary knight. Know More>>

The Excalibur Luxury Artisan Series Chess Set in Ebony / Box Wood - 4.6" King

At first look most likely you will think that Shera V2.0 is nothing more than the expensive version of the previous generation Shera series, but 2.0 has gone way beyond that and offers heirloom quality and quite impressive design in a budget-friendly package of only $359.99 for bud rosewood version. King height has been reduced to 4.1″ with a wider base diameter of 1.88″ for better stability. 1st generation Shera series chess pieces were the archetype of perfection in our luxury series. So making it more perfect was really difficult for us, that is why we have borrowed its elegant look and most of the design elements from its previous generation.

The Shera Series Staunton Chess Set V2.0 in Bud Rose / Box Wood - 4.1" King

That’s all for now. Follow us on Twitter Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest releases, offers & promotions. We’d glad to know your views and experiences of the chess sets which you have purchased from us. You can also get the updates direct to your email by sign-up to our newsletter.

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Another month flew by and the chess world is slowly getting settled back to normal after the huge Easter sale ended at chessbazaar.com. Speaking of launches, only GM Blitz Edition Staunton series chess set made the headlines last month. To fulfill the aspirations of the chess collector community, we at chessbazaar, introduced the Chess Carnival this month. Our chess event gathered a lot of interest among the mighty collectors community & for the full scoop on the launches from the past month, just scroll down and hit ‘em up.

The GM Blitz Edition Staunton Series Chess Set in Ebony Wood & Natural Boxwood
The GM Blitz Edition Staunton Series Chess Set in Bud Rosewood & Box Wood

The exhaustive GM Blitz Edition Staunton Series Chess Set in standard tournament size asserted it’s dominance over the best sellers section once again. We are pleased to announce the GM Blitz Edition Series Chess Set in Ebony Wood or Bud Rosewood & Natural Boxwood. The GM Blitz Edition is expertly weighted from our master artisans and it’s superb size proportioning from a king to pawn make this chess set an excellent choice for the blitz play in chess tournaments/clubs or regular home and school play. What makes this chess set so unique is its knight as it is made from a single piece of wood, there are no joinsKnow More>>

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The GM Blitz Edition Staunton Series Chess Set in Bud Rosewood & Box Wood - 3.75" King

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That’s all for now. We have a few surprises lined up for the April as well. Follow us on Twitter & Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest releases, offers & promotions. We’d glad to know your views and thoughts on the chess sets which you have purchased from us. You can also get the updates directly on your email by sign-up to our newsletter.

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The month of February was wrapped up with plenty of new items and was dedicated to the chess board lovers as we came up with the new astonishing solid wood Indian chess board. These Indian chess boards bring back the good times for the chess buyers who were looking for heavily weighted long lasting Indian solid wood chess boards. The Smokey Staunton Series Chess Set in Painted Box Wood also had a major presence in the new arrival section throughout the month. For the full scoop on all of the above, plus some other launches from the past month, hit up the links below.

Luxury Chess Board Ebony Box Wood – 21″ 55 mm square

Wooden Chess Board Ebony Sheesham Wood 21.8″ – 60 mm

The Smokey Staunton Series Chess Set in Painted Box Wood

The Dutch Warmblood Staunton Series Chess Pieces

First, let’s look at the exquisite ebony chess board. The frame is ebonized but the squares are made with genuine ebony & boxwood. The weight of the chessboard 5390 grams (190.12 oz).The underside of the board is felted with green velvet. Know More>>

Wooden Chess Board crafted in ebony & Sheesham Wood has taken over our new arrival section. This beautiful Board is made of Ebony Wood on the darker side and Boxwood on the lighter side. The frame of the Chess Board is made of Sheesham Wood (Golden Rose Wood). Know More>>

Wooden Chess Board Ebony Sheesham Wood 21.8" - 60 mm

Moving on to the smokey Staunton series chess set. Each piece has been hand carved and sanded before being hand painted by our skilled artisans with auto-grade paints which have a long life and are very durable. Know More>>

The Smokey Staunton Series Chess Set in Painted Box Wood - 3.8" King

The Dutch warmblood Staunton series chess pieces made the headlines as well. This unrivaled Dutch Warmblood Staunton series chess pieces are made up of bud rosewood and boxwood. The King proudly stands at 4.3 inches and its base is robust 1.8 inches. This is a classic design featuring a magnificent and strong knight. Know More>>

The Dutch Warmblood Staunton Series Chess Pieces

That’s all for now. Follow us on Twitter & Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest releases, offers & promotions. We’d glad to know your views and experiences of the chess sets which you have purchased from us. You can also get the updates directly on your email by sign-up to our newsletter. Next month will be quite exciting so stay tuned!

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We’ve finally finished off January and are heading in the month of ‘Love’. The first month of 2019 was fascinating with a couple of chess sets to talk about. A bunch of new chess sets was announced last month, but all eyeballs revolved around the Reproduced Vintage 1930 German Knubbel chess set last month and the fans are lining up to get one. As we get closer to Valentine’s 2019 the calm before the storm has started to settle in. We have already started our Valentine’s Day Mega Sale and it will last until until stocks last. As we sent off the first month of 2019, let’s look back and see what new announcements have been made last month.

Reproduced Vintage 1930 German Knubbel Chess Set in Stained Crimson and Boxwood

Reproduced B & Co 1860s Antique Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Boxwood

The Canadian Staunton Series Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood / Natural Boxwood

First and foremost is the Reproduced Vintage 1930 German Knubbel Chess Set in Stained Crimson and Boxwood. We are flooded with a large number of orders for this set so we have already started mass production of it in order to cope with the demand & the deliveries will start from the mid of February. This chess set features chessmen that are crafted with a boxwood only. The King height is 2.91(Analysis Size) inches and its base is a robust 1.4 inches. Wider base and superb size proportioning from the king to the pawn exhibits true intricate craftsmanship in all the pieces. Dark chess pieces are exquisitely crafted in stained crimson boxwood. Special thanks to “Stephen Kong A.K.A. Chess Praxis” for his exceptional efforts in making this dream chess set a reality. Know More->

Buy Reproduced Vintage 1930 German Knubbel Chess Set in Stained Crimson and Boxwood online

After Knubbel the focal point in the chess world is on the Reproduced B & Co 1860s Antique Chess Set. This chess set features chessmen that are crafted with a combination of ebony wood and antiqued boxwood. The King proudly stands at 3.93 inches and its base is a robust 1.8 inches. This fascinating chess set was produced by B & Company in the 1860s. The lathe work on each chess piece is noteworthy, especially the marvelous miter cut on the bishops. All chess pieces have a wide base which adds another interesting dimension to the set. The carving and turning the quality of the knight are quite spectacular. Knights have a divergent style of carving on each side making even more captivating pieces from different angle views. Know More->

Buy Reproduced B & Co 1860s Antique Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Box wood Online

Over and out at camp the Canadian Staunton Series Chess Set. This chess set is the treat for bargain buyers, priced at $99 with free international shipping. This exquisitely made from ebonized boxwood and natural boxwood. The King proudly stands at 3.38 inches and its base is robust 1.41 inches. This is a traditional design featuring the magnificently robust and modern knight. This engrossing chess set was designed by internationally renowned Bruce Campbell. When Bruce Campbell decided to craft a set, the first thing that came into his mind was that the set he will make does not only look and feel good but also be ‘playable’. The pieces of this chess set are easily distinguishable from one another (especially pawns from bishops), easy to grasp(for blitz or fast play, and nicely weighted. Know More->

Buy The Canadian Staunton Series Chess Set in Ebonized Boxwood / Natural Boxwood Online

That’s all for now. Follow us on Twitter Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest releases, offers & promotions. We’d glad to know your views and experiences of the chess sets which you have purchased from us. You can also get the updates directly on your email by sign-up to our newsletter.

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There’s no doubt that the chess reproductions are always a hot topic in the chess community, regardless of what time of the year it is. To fulfill the aspirations of the collector community, we at chessbazaar, introduced the Chess Carnival last month. Our this chess event gathered a lot of interest among the collectors. Recently added new sets put the reproduction antique category back on top as the most viewed category. For the full scoop on all of the above, plus some other launches from the past month, just scroll down and hit ‘em up.

Reproduced Richard Whitty Antique Chess Set with King Side Stamping in Ebony / Antiqued Boxwood
The Parker Staunton Series Lacquered Chess Set in Burnt Boxwood & Natural Boxwood
American Chess Magazine – Issue #6
Reproduced 1940 Soviet Club Chess Set in Ebony / Antiqued Boxwood

Chess was originated by some Indians in India, before the 6th century AD and there is one more interesting fact that most of the wooden chess set also manufactured in Amritsar(India). As a respect to our loyal chess collectors, we have introduced this dazzling chess set “Reproduced Richard Whitty Antique Chess Set “. The King proudly stands at 3.75″ tall with a base diameter of 1.65”. The dark chess pieces are made of genuine ebony wood. The opposing pieces are made of boxwood which is traditionally used for white side. Richard Whitty was one of the greatest chess carvers of all time. He worked in the John Jaques factory which was in London and carved some spectacular chess sets. Add this wonderful replica to your collection by clicking this link->

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Reproduced Richard Whitty Antique Chess Set with King Side StampingThings have really been getting heated during the last month when we launched the Parker Staunton Series Lacquered Chess Set in Burnt Boxwood. The Parker Staunton Series in Staunton style is made up of burnt boxwood and natural boxwood. The King proudly stands at 3.9 inches and its base is a robust 1.6 inches. Along with the classy design, what makes this chess set so unique is how it feels in your hand. To create the dark side of this set, pieces are actually burned followed by the final carving and design work. These techniques create a beautiful contrast between the blackened areas and the natural boxwood color underneath. We then polished them in the high gloss lacquer which gives the chess pieces a smooth shiny surface. The set is entirely handmade in India. Know More->

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The Parker Staunton Series Lacquered Chess Set in Burnt BoxwoodChess Magazines lovers rejoiced this month – American Chess Magazine – Issue #6 is out now.

American Chess Magazine - Issue #6

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And to top things off, some of our best sellers are on backorder, We welcome you to place an order for out of stock items and take an extra discount of 25% off with coupon BACKORDER25. Shop Now

Being official for a few weeks now, Reproduced 1940 Soviet Club Chess Set has held a tight grip in the collectors community. Enthusiastic fans waiting impatiently for one of the greatest reproduction to be back in stock again. Reproduced 1940 Soviet Club Chess Set’s dark pieces are made of genuine Ebony wood and the light pieces are made of Antiqued Boxwood. The King proudly stands at 4.05″ tall with a base diameter of 1.73″. The dark chess pieces are made of genuine ebony wood. The opposing pieces are made of boxwood which is traditionally used for white side. It is one of the fairly easy woods to work with and shows off aesthetic detail. This marvelous chess set made in USSR was never used in any tournament, never reproduced. Know More->

Reproduced 1940 Soviet Club Chess Set in EbonyThat’s all for now. Follow us on Twitter & Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest releases, offers & promotions. We’d glad to know your views and experiences of the chess sets which you have purchased from us.

10 years of Chessbazaar

Our Reproduction category has now 111 unique chess sets compared to 77 at the end of 2016. We are grateful that you appreciate the hard work we put into our unique reproductions and we hope to do even better in 2018.

It was a busy year indeed as evident by the 50+ new chess sets and as many as 1200 genuine customer reviews that appeared on our home page.

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We hope to get off to a flying start in the year 2018 with our recently launched 1940 Soviet Club Chess Set. We are also going to launch more reproductions in the Q1 & Q2 of 2018. So, we hope you will stick around to witness all the new stuff we will bring to the chess world.

Happy New Year to all of you and thank you for being with us and we hope to remain your preferred chess store in 2018.

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Month November was all about the Black Friday deals & new range of Spanish chess boards. Veneer chessboards use much less of the deluxe hardwood so they are lightweight and hence easy to carry. Moreover their finish and quality are much better. As usual, links to all of these chess boards can be found below.

Sapele & Sycamore with Coordinates Matte Finish Chess Board
Black Died Poplar & White Erable with Matte Finish Chess Board
Blue Ash Burl & White Erable Hi-Gloss Finish Chess Board
Sapele & Sycamore with Matte Finish Chess Board
Grey Ash Burl & White Erable Hi-Gloss Finish Chess Board
Teak & Sycamore Matte Finish Chess Board

Last month the spotlights were primarily on the Spanish chess boards and it’s no surprise that these chess boards are probably one of the best chess boards we’ve ever launched. This classic 20″ wooden chess board is finest of the chess board a chess player or collector can have. Sapele (dark) and Sycamore (light) veneer* this chess board features a matte finish.

Wooden Deluxe Sapele & Sycamore with Coordinates

Coming on to the Wooden Deluxe Black Died Poplar & White Erable with Matte Finish Chess Board, this board is available in two most popular sizes 55″ & 60″.

Made in Spain – This classic 22″ wooden chess board is finest of the chess board a chess player or collector can have. Crafted from Blue Ash Burl (dark) and White Erable (light) veneer* this chess board features a hi-gloss finish. Shop Here ->

Wooden Deluxe Blue Ash Burl & White Erable Hi Gloss Finish Chess Board

Moving ahead to Sapele & Sycamore with Matte Finish Chess Board. This classic 20″ wooden chess board is finest of the chess board a chess player or collector can have. Sapele (dark) and Sycamore (light) veneer* this chess board features a matte finish. Shop Here ->

Wooden Deluxe Sapele & Sycamore with Matte Finish Chess Board

Moving on to Grey Ash Burl & White Erable Hi-Gloss Finish Chess Board. This classic 22″ wooden chess board is finest of the chess board a chess player or collector can have. Crafted from Grey Ash Burl (dark) and White Erable (light) veneer* this chess board features a hi-gloss finish. Shop Here ->

Wooden Deluxe Grey Ash Burl & White Erable Hi Gloss Finish Chess Board

Last but not least is the Teak & Sycamore Matte Finish Chess Board. This classic 22″ wooden chess board is finest of the chess board a chess player or collector can have. Crafted from Teak (dark) and Sycamore (light) veneer* this chess board features a matte finish. Shop Here ->

Wooden Deluxe Teak & Sycamore Matte Finish Chess Board

Lastly, you will be pleased to hear that we are going to launch Mega Christmas Sale at our website on 09 Dec 2017, so stay tuned with us for the bunch of amazing offers this Christmas season! Subscribe our newsletter today. That’s all for now. Follow us on Twitter & Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest releases, offers & promotions. We’d glad to know your views and experiences of the chess sets which you have purchased from us.

We’re now knee-deep into the Holiday season & we’ve started the holiday sale early this time. Two chess sets were announced last month, but Reproduced 1961 Soviet Championship Series Chess Set shines brighter than any of our chess set recently launched. Check out the complete list of the new arrivals from the past month to make sure you haven’t missed anything important.

Reproduced 1961 Soviet Championship Series Chess Set
Combo of Old Vintage English Staunton Series Chess Pieces in Dyed wood & Box Wood with Wooden Board & Storage Box
Smoking Pipes
New Toddler Toys

Reproduced 1961 Soviet Championship Series Chess Set asserted it’s dominance over the best sellers section last month. This wonderful chess set has been used in the tournament of 1961 Soviet Championship. Some of the world’s greatest Grandmasters like Mikhail Tal, Viktor Korchnoi & Boris Spassky have played with this chess set. The King proudly stands at 4.25″ tall with a base diameter of 1.73″ Shop Now ->

Related: World’s first Wooden Starter Chess Learning Kit is Here

Vintage English Staunton Series Chess Pieces in 3″ also made its debut and gathered a lot of fan attention. Like it’s predecessor it also comes with free extra queens. All chess pieces are expertly carved and weighted by adding a stud of lead within the base for fantastic hand-feel and a very nice thud on the wooden chess board. Shop Now ->

 

Old Vintage English Staunton Series Chess Pieces In Dyed Wood & Box Wood

We’ve introduced a plethora of finest quality wooden smoking pipes. Most of our smoking pipes are handcrafted in briar hence it is the most popular wood type for making smoking pipes these days. Briarwood is naturally resistant to fire and it has the ability to absorb moisture. Know More ->

Handcarved Rose Wood Smoking Tobacco PIPE

Over and out at camp Toddler Toys, we’ve added some new organic toddler toys. Compliant with International Toy Safety Standards. Explore here ->

The year 2017 marks the tenth anniversary of Chessbazaar & our team is dedicatedly working on the 10th-anniversary chess set. Our few chess sets set the gold standard in their first decade and we are just getting started. “The best is yet to come.” but our 10th-anniversary special edition chess set availability will be limited to few at least initially.

Related: Why Luxury Chess Sets are Expensive and Why do you Own One?

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