Is it really worth it?
Chavet N° 8
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It’s hard to see how this is worth it… especially given the number of great sets at much more affordable prices
Jan 11, 2023
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#204
Obviously something is worth it if someone is willing to buy it and wants it badly enough. I totally understand it.
The way I see it(only me) is if you get a quality/well made set,the "wood" doesn't know if it's vintage.
I agree w/ that comment about the queen's ball. I think the smaller one is more preferable.
Jan 14, 2023
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#206
Just a photo to bounce on the different queens that Chavet has made. This game dates from 1986-1988. I hope to have more time to post more photos. And, beyond the price, it's worth it ;-)
Very nice
I'm beginning to like Chavet knights with eyes 
Jan 15, 2023
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#214
I also found it strange, but since I found several, also in size 5... I understand that there was therefore a transition model, inspired by the size 8 queens of the same period. 80-90
For me Chavet = German knight
lol i think i have one of those in size 2.
Jan 15, 2023
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#217
shark_chess_1 a écrit :
For me Chavet = German knight
I'm not going to argue about the "equals" sign. Both respect the rules of movement of a knight... as for what a Chavet is capable of making you feel, I really feel autistic for the charm of a "german knight". Zero connection.
shark_chess_1 wrote:
For me Chavet = German knight
The German knight is a weak and flabby imitation of the noble Chavet knight — the German night has a short muzzle, skinnier flanks and no character to speak of. Sorry!
@Walter There is also this size 6 queen with pointy ball, I believe also from year 2000?
madmacsback wrote:
shark_chess_1 wrote:
For me Chavet = German knight
The German knight is a weak and flabby imitation of the noble Chavet knight — the German night has a short muzzle, skinnier flanks and no character to speak of. Sorry!
Hear hear! I think Chavet is the people's champ, the ultimate utilitarian set yet beautiful and elegant.
Thank you for this info!