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samedi 18 mars 2017

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By Ruth Brown


Today, there are many available chess games out there that can make it confusing for you to pick one for purchase. The chess sets can be used to play or as a decorative aspect in your house. You can use the chess sets in your library as centerpieces or even at times as heirlooms. Their collective quality is what will determine their value. This article highlights some tips that you will need when selecting expensive chess sets.

The first thing is to determine why you want them or what use you will give them. You may decide to have them simply for playing, or if not so you may want to just use them as decors. If your choice is to play with them, then you need to make sure you choose something that is realistically game like. Your choice should be in line with your style and liking.

Consider the tournament guidelines. It is not necessary to examine the size of the game pieces to the board unless you are using it for an official match. The general guideline is that the king's base needs to be 78% of the square's width. You can get this by dividing the kings base diameter by 0.78. This gives the proper size of the square. This information will help you when you are purchasing the pieces separate from the board.

Look into the durability of these pieces. If you are a regular game player, then you should consider buying a durable game piece. For this, you should go for a plastic weighed game piece. If you need a portable piece, then you should consider the travel set. To protect the game from jolts and bumps, the game will likely be magnetized or pegged.

With wooden sets, you need to have some considerations to make. If you have to go with wood, then you should ensure you have chosen excellent quality. At the same time, wood can make very good materials for chess sets. First, there is the attractive look and very firm and solid feel. On the other hand, they are very heavy and therefore they may not be perfect for someone who travels a lot. When placed in the office they make a very important addition to the good look.

You should check for uniformity. When you are buying this set, you should look at the pieces. More importantly look at the Knights, as they can represent up to 50% of the total cost of the pieces of chess. The cost of the set is added to the finish, uniformity and the quality of the turnings. Look at the craftsmanship of the Kings crown. Remember that the knights and the king are the most important pieces in any game set.

Consider getting attractive game pieces probably made from bone china or crystal. These are very suitable to be used for decorative purposes. However, there are glass sets that are more practical. The crystal made sets are a bit hefty compared to the light china made whose weight depends on the weight of a base of those pieces. They are attractive to look at but very fragile and break easily when they drop. They are also very easily dirtied by prints or even dirt debris.

The comforting information is that most expensive sets are of high quality and chances of getting disappointed are minimal. There are myriad styles and designs where you can choose from; you should take the time to ensure your choice will not let you down.




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