GrandPatzerDave wrote:
baudouin27 wrote:
Last year, I purchased an old ‘gulag set’. Not unique or as beautiful as your set, but it does have its ‘story’ and ‘road wear’. I had the same issue regarding the felts - originally made from fabric that had survived for the better part of a hard century (some were missing). It was a very difficult decision, but I did replace them, reluctantly. I still feel ambivalent about it…
Beautiful set! I think Ron Fromkin's gray-green baize (shown here - right-hand photo) would be perfect for the history and feel of those pieces.
GPD, always excellent suggestions - and ‘just when I think I’m out, you pull me back in!’ 😂
You’ve directed me to Ron Fromkin in the past - he has since repaired some damaged pieces for me. What a terrific resource!
I recently acquired a set of old club-style chess pieces from the First Czechoslovak Republic era, roughly 100 years old.
I’m currently debating whether to replace the felts or leave them as they are. Functionally and visually, new felts would make sense. But the old ones are part of the story. For now, I’ll keep them as-is, handle them with care, and let time decide.”
Gorgeous set. Terrific story. Have you left the felts alone? Last year, I purchased an old ‘gulag set’. Not unique or as beautiful as your set, but it does have its ‘story’ and ‘road wear’. I had the same issue regarding the felts - originally made from fabric that had survived for the better part of a hard century (some were missing). It was a very difficult decision, but I did replace them, reluctantly. I still feel ambivalent about it…
Beautiful set! I think Ron Fromkin's gray-green baize (shown here - right-hand photo) would be perfect for the history and feel of those pieces.