Reproduced 90s French Chavet Championship Tournament Chess Pieces V2.0 in Bud Rosewood / Boxwood - 3.6" King

This peerless Reproduced Fide Approved 90s French Chavet Tournament Chess Set in Staunton style is made up of bud rosewood and boxwood. This chess set has been specifically designed for the tournaments or serious chess players.

The King stands at 3.66" with a 1.57" base. Featuring a one-piece knight with detailed carving, the set showcases intricate craftsmanship. Dark pieces are made from rare bud rosewood, carved in India, weighted for a premium feel and sound.

Weight: 1250 grams (44.09 oz). Please note that the weight in the set is added manually so the final weight of the set can vary by plus or minus (±) 10%.

The white pieces are made of boxwood, known for its detail and ease of carving. The set includes extra queens and thick green felt for smooth movement. The knights showcase exceptional craftsmanship by Indian artisans.

History: This fascinating French chess set was designed by the famous French 

Maker called Chavet Used in the 1990 World Chess Championship (Lyon), this early 90s Staunton design remains one of the best ever created.

Craftsmanship: What makes this chess set so unique is its knight as it is made from a single piece of wood, there are no joins. Each chessmen is carefully handcrafted in India. The carving and turning the quality of the knight is quite spectacular. The lathe work on each chess piece is noteworthy, especially the unique collar rings and elegant curves.The rook features 4 turret cuts, and the pawns have a wide base. Handcrafted from the finest wood in India, each piece is meticulously polished for lasting shine. The design and craftsmanship rival $500+ sets.

Uniformity of pieces: The shapes of turned pieces are guided by metal profiles and so all turned pieces are identical, especially the pawns. You can expect some variation where hand carving or cutting comes i.e. knights.

Whether you are a collector or you are simply looking for a unique chess set, The 90s French Tournament Chess Set truly stands out from the other traditional chess sets. 

Includes: 34 Chessmen(2 extra queens included).