Our professional Staunton chessmen, which rank among our bestsellers, are now available in a smaller, compact size. This makes them ideal for travel chess sets or use with a library chess board. These chess pieces are designed with precision and detail, offering the perfect balance of form and functionality.

The set includes a range of pieces from the king, measuring 2.4 inches in height and 1.1 inches at the base, to the pawn, at 1.1 inches tall and 0.7 inches at the base. The chessmen are crafted from a striking wood combination of ebonised boxwood for the dark pieces and boxwood for the light pieces, ensuring durability and a classic look.

The set is designed to complement chess boards with square sizes ranging from 1.4 to 1.6 inches. The total weight of the chess pieces is 0.23 kilograms (or 0.5 pounds), and the set includes 34 pieces, with two extra queens, to accommodate pawn promotion.

• Chessmen Dimensions:
  • King: Height - 2.4" (60mm), Base - 1.1" (27mm)
  • Queen: Height - 1.8" (46mm), Base - 1.0" (25mm)
  • Bishop: Height - 1.5" (39mm), Base - 0.7" (18mm)
  • Knight: Height - 1.3" (34mm), Base - 0.7" (19mm)
  • Rook: Height - 1.3" (32mm), Base - 0.8" (20mm)
  • Pawn: Height - 1.1" (27mm), Base - 0.7" (17mm
• Wood Combination: Ebonised Boxwood for dark chess pieces and Boxwood for light chess pieces.
• Recommended Square Size: 1.4" to 1.6" (35 mm to 40 mm) to ensure a perfect fit for the chess pieces on the board.
• Total Weight: 0.23 kgs (0.5 lbs), making the set lightweight and portable.
• Set Contents: 34 chess pieces in total, which includes two extra queens for pawn promotion.