Great set, compact size. Great Gift For Teenagers / Beginners and Intermediate players

The board is made from beech and birch wood that gives it a classic, handmade feel that many chess enthusiasts will appreciate; number and letter algebraic coordinates adorn the borders; it measures 16 x 16 x 1 inches (40.7 x 40.7 x 2.5 centimeters); each square measures 2 x 2 inches (5 x 5 centimeters); when folded, the board is held securely shut with 2 brass clasps

Handcrafted chessmen are felt bottom and weighted; they are made from hornbeam and sycamore wood; the king measures 3.4 inches (8.5 centimeters); the queen measures 2.6 inches (6.5 centimeters); the pawn measures 1.5 inches (3.7 centimeters); the elegantly intricate detail of each playing piece is impressive

Secured chessmen compartments provide room inside the board to securely store each chess piece; each chess piece is individually protected in formed compartments inside the folding chess board

Classic aesthetics are embodied in this complete chess set that is handcrafted in Eiuropean Union from farm-grown wood; its exceptional craftsmanship makes it worthy to be put out on display