Burke hat geschrieben:
The origin of this set is lost in the mists of time.
That is a Philippine Staunton chess set made of narra and kamagong wood.
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loubalch wrote:
Jeez, I'd buy the set just to say I own a Narra & Kamagong chess set, and keep a scrapbook of all the quizzical looks I'd get. "What the flippin' heck is that!?"
"And the best part," I'd say, "it's made out of Unobtainium and Chinese Uranium. Shiny as hell and it glows in the dark!"
Does that set comes with protective suit? lol
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Burke hat geschrieben:
The origin of this set is lost in the mists of time.
That is a Philippine Staunton chess set made of narra and kamagong wood.
Yes it is. Holger and I each bought several of those sets of NOS last years that had been stored unused for decades. Apart from the mildly musty smell, they're actually very nice - and rare.
Thomas, indeed! The fact that they are practically "vintage new" was really amazing. I sold some of them to chess enthusiasts all over the world, most of them in the US, and the feedback was very good. In case someone is interested, I still have some sets left for sale.
Staunton Atlantic series chess set.I think crafted from Boxwood and Indian Rosewood?
3.75"
Correct me if i'm wrong
This is my self-made chess set and board. The king stands 4.25" high with a 1.5" base. Pieces are made of poplar and cherry. The knights were mostly hand carved but the other pieces were made on my wood lathe. Bases are weighted and covered with green felt. The set weighs just over 54 oz. The board is made from plywood (believe it or not) and padauk and the squares are 2.25". I laser engraved the square designators along the sides and top. I have started another set that are being made of maple and padauk with a similar but little bit different design. I like to play chess but I'm not very good. I have found I am better at making the sets than I am playing with them. 
kelamigo,
Close-up photos of the pieces, please!
TheOneCalledMichael wrote:
Nghtstalker wrote:
BobbyStefanov wrote:
Inherited from my grandfather a long time ago. I learned the basics of the game on it, about 30 years ago...Sadly, it's origins, much like the black queen, have been lost to time. ...
It's a shame the sets can't talk. Would it not be interesting to hear their history? The personalities that played on them? The lives they shared?
When they start talking to me, I'll drive a stick through their stems and burn them at the stake. What's wrong with you?
Not withstanding possession, it certainly would be interesting to hear the tales some of these sets have been through. Many being sequestered for years in a box, would have much to tell.
alleenkatze wrote:
TheOneCalledMichael wrote:
Nghtstalker wrote:
BobbyStefanov wrote:
Inherited from my grandfather a long time ago. I learned the basics of the game on it, about 30 years ago...Sadly, it's origins, much like the black queen, have been lost to time. ...
It's a shame the sets can't talk. Would it not be interesting to hear their history? The personalities that played on them? The lives they shared?
When they start talking to me, I'll drive a stick through their stems and burn them at the stake. What's wrong with you?
Not withstanding possession, it certainly would be interesting to hear the tales some of these sets have been through. Many being sequestered for years in a box, would have much to tell.
Despite my appearance my post about them talking was not really about possession. : )
Yes those in a box in a closet would not have much to say.... But those used or at least in a prominent spot may have an interesting history.....
Close up view of the pieces. The contrast between the two sides is actually better than what this picture shows.
Mar 13, 2021
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Amazing set kelamigo, I really envy the people who can make beautiful sets by themselves, you must be proud of your work my friend.
Thank you IIFabreis. I am amazed that I can make this stuff as well. I am having fun though.
Mar 13, 2021
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kelamigo wrote:
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Close up view of the pieces. The contrast between the two sides is actually better than what this picture shows.
That's amazing! I can only manage to make jagged lines... Haha...
A recent ebay purchase of an old English St. George set...not every ones cup of tea but I just love the look of it.
Mar 13, 2021
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magictwanger wrote:
Very nice.It's good to see non standard designs.Love it.
Agreed!
shanefry wrote:
A recent ebay purchase of an old English St. George set...not every ones cup of tea but I just love the look of it.
Love that set.
shanefry wrote:
A recent ebay purchase of an old English St. George set...not every ones cup of tea but I just love the look of it.
It is cool. One of the things about chess sets that is neat are the variations! Ebay does have some great deals sometimes!
Mar 14, 2021
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magictwanger wrote:
Very nice.It's good to see non standard designs.Love it.
Is it non-standard, or a very old standard?
forked_again wrote:
magictwanger wrote:
Very nice.It's good to see non standard designs.Love it.
Is it non-standard, or a very old standard?
I think the Staunton design was the first standardised pattern in 1849.
Named after the St. George's chess club in London who patronized this style for play in their club activities, this style has lasted well into the 20th. Most turners or manufacturers in 19th C England produced chessmen in this style, so there are plenty about in all kinds of variations, materials and qualities. St. George variations were also made in Germany and possibly even in France. (source : chess-museum.com)
Inherited from my grandfather a long time ago. I learned the basics of the game on it, about 30 years ago, but it hadn't seen much use since then, up until recently. Sadly, it's origins, much like the black queen, have been lost to time. (I intend to get a replacement queen made). It could be local (Bulgarian), Russian, or... anyone's guess, really. It has backgammon on the under/inside, but I never learned to play that.
It's a shame the sets can't talk. Would it not be interesting to hear their history? The personalities that played on them? The lives they shared?
When they start talking to me, I'll drive a stick through their stems and burn them at the stake. What's wrong with you?