heavier the better as long as its not unliftable
heavier pieces are "weighted" and better because a wind cant just sweep them away or something like that
you can just search for a regular weighted set uscf standard or fide standard
this way you would get a good standard set
theres no real comparing with height and etc
The general rules seem to be:
- Heavier pieces tend to be more prone to cracking
- For blitz, lighter pieces with wider bases might be preferable to very heavy pieces
- Heavier sets are obviously harder to transport conveniently
- Otherwise, heavier is generally better
Again, it really depends both on the style of the set as well as what you plan to use it for.
For example, I have both the Cavalier Alabaster set and the Drueke Players Choice. Both are plastic, weighted, but fairly light and of similar weight. However, the Cavalier set feels too light and a bit top heavy, while the DPC set feels balanced and comfortable to use.
3.5
3.75 and
4 inches.
For a 3.75 inch king, I have it in mind that the ideal weight for a 32 piece set is in the range of 1.2kg - 1.6kg. Would it matter if it was out with that range, either lighter or heavier? I know @loubalch has been incredibly helpful on other threads with regards to set dimensions and it would be great if he had views on weight as well.
I’m no expert and would really welcome your views.