The Reykjavik chessmen are an exact reproduction of the Staunton chess pieces used during the iconic match between American Bobby Fischer and Russian Boris Spassky in 1972. Simple, yet distinctive Staunton styling is combined with peerless detailing and finishing using only the finest graded Ebony and Boxwood. The pieces feature a king height of three and three quarter inches and are beautifully weighted and balanced. Suitable for combining with chess boards with a square size of 2 inches and over.
The series includes a storage box finished in Rootwood Burl and lined with black baize material. A perfect gift for every chess enthusiast.
- King Weight : 69g
- Pawn Weight : 22g
- Total Weight (unpacked) : 1.4kg
- King Height : 3.75 inches
|
- King's Base Diameter : 1.7 inches
- Pawn Height : 2 inches
- Materials Used: Ebony, Boxwood, Rootwood Burl, Manmade
|
Suitable Board
 And Larger |
“ I'm delighted with the new board and pieces - they are beautiful! ”
Jean Ahern
“ My husband is over the moon with his chess and draughts set ”
Emma Heath
“ They are absolutely beautiful and my husband is going to love them ”
Jenefer de Salis
“ Beautiful set, best set I have ever owned ”
Bill
“ Many thanks also for your excellent service ”
Tim Hunt
“ I rang and ordered on monday, and received the beautiful set on Tuesday ”
Dan Jones
“ Hi Julian, Excellent News - It's arrived and it's purrrfect ”
JP
“May I say how delighted I am with my Blackmore Staunton & Walnut Board ”
JP
“ it looks even better than the amazing photos of your website ”
Emilio Campmany
“ Beautiful set, Beautiful set, great example of one ”
T Tibbs