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The Arabian is the horse breed everything else was bred from, and the two features that identify it are a dished profile and a high carried tail. The knight on this set is cut to catch the first of those, with a sweeping mane and a head shape drawn from the breed rather than from the generic Staunton horse.
Around it sits a properly proportioned luxury Staunton: a 107mm king on a 49mm base, triple weighted to 1,900g, with turned collar rings throughout.
Genuine ebony or bud rosewood, both against boxwood. It sits in our luxury chess pieces collection.
Genuine ebony reads as near black with almost no figure, which on a set built around its knight is an argument in its favour: nothing in the timber competes with the carving.
Bud rosewood is a burl figured reddish brown with swirling darker grain, so each piece carries its own pattern. It makes a warmer board and it suits a set that is going to be looked at as much as played on.
Dimensions, the 1,900g weight and the price are identical across both, so the decision is entirely about appearance. The wider range sits in our wood chess pieces range.
Most Staunton knights descend from the Elgin Marbles horse: a heavy jaw, a short thick neck and a low carried head. It is a powerful shape and it has almost nothing to do with any living breed.
An Arabian is the opposite animal. The profile dishes inward below the eye rather than running straight, the muzzle is fine, and the mane carries longer and looser. Cutting that into a chess knight means more material removed around the head and a more delicate transition into the neck, which is slower work and more fragile once finished.
Around 56g a piece is substantial without being extreme. It sits below the 2,300g sets in the range and well above a mid tier tournament set, which for a 107mm piece is close to the sweet spot.
The reason is handling. A very heavy set at this height is impressive to lift and tiring to move repeatedly, and a light one at this height topples. At 1,900g on a 49mm base these are planted enough to survive a knocked table and light enough to play a long game with.
Squares of 60mm. A 49mm base on a 55mm square leaves barely three millimetres of visible board around the king, and the back rank becomes a wall of timber.
Sixty millimetre boards are a specialist size rather than a shelf standard, so confirm what you have before ordering. For the bud rosewood option a plain board is the better pairing, because burl figure and board figure compete. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size.
The knight is the reason this set exists and it holds up to close inspection: the dished Arabian profile is genuinely cut rather than suggested, and the mane carries loose in a way the standard Staunton horse never does. The weighting is well judged too. At 1,900g it is planted without being the sort of weight that makes a long game tiring, which is a better balance at 107mm than the heavier sets manage. The usual constraint applies and it is not negotiable: 60mm squares, which most people do not own. Settle the board before you settle the timber.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 60mm. At a 49mm king base a 55mm board leaves almost no visible square around the piece.
The head is cut to the Arabian breed profile, which dishes inward below the eye rather than running straight, with a finer muzzle and a longer looser mane. Most Staunton knights follow the heavy jawed Elgin Marbles horse instead.
Genuine ebony is near black with almost no figure, which keeps the attention on the carving. Bud rosewood is a figured burl where the timber is the interest. Dimensions, weight and price are identical.
1,900g across 34 pieces, triple weighted, around 56g a piece.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only. Boards sit across our chess boards collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
107mm (4.2 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
49mm (1.9 inch) |
|
Queen height |
92mm (3.6 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
47mm (1.8 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
85mm (3.3 inch) |
|
Knight height |
79mm (3.1 inch) |
|
Rook height |
67mm (2.6 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
43mm (1.6 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
59mm (2.3 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
38mm (1.4 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony or bud rosewood, depending on option |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted, turned collar rings, thick green felts |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1,900g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
All products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
The Arabian is the horse breed everything else was bred from, and the two features that identify it are a dished profile and a high carried tail. The knight on this set is cut to catch the first of those, with a sweeping mane and a head shape drawn from the breed rather than from the generic Staunton horse.
Around it sits a properly proportioned luxury Staunton: a 107mm king on a 49mm base, triple weighted to 1,900g, with turned collar rings throughout.
Genuine ebony or bud rosewood, both against boxwood. It sits in our luxury chess pieces collection.
Genuine ebony reads as near black with almost no figure, which on a set built around its knight is an argument in its favour: nothing in the timber competes with the carving.
Bud rosewood is a burl figured reddish brown with swirling darker grain, so each piece carries its own pattern. It makes a warmer board and it suits a set that is going to be looked at as much as played on.
Dimensions, the 1,900g weight and the price are identical across both, so the decision is entirely about appearance. The wider range sits in our wood chess pieces range.
Most Staunton knights descend from the Elgin Marbles horse: a heavy jaw, a short thick neck and a low carried head. It is a powerful shape and it has almost nothing to do with any living breed.
An Arabian is the opposite animal. The profile dishes inward below the eye rather than running straight, the muzzle is fine, and the mane carries longer and looser. Cutting that into a chess knight means more material removed around the head and a more delicate transition into the neck, which is slower work and more fragile once finished.
Around 56g a piece is substantial without being extreme. It sits below the 2,300g sets in the range and well above a mid tier tournament set, which for a 107mm piece is close to the sweet spot.
The reason is handling. A very heavy set at this height is impressive to lift and tiring to move repeatedly, and a light one at this height topples. At 1,900g on a 49mm base these are planted enough to survive a knocked table and light enough to play a long game with.
Squares of 60mm. A 49mm base on a 55mm square leaves barely three millimetres of visible board around the king, and the back rank becomes a wall of timber.
Sixty millimetre boards are a specialist size rather than a shelf standard, so confirm what you have before ordering. For the bud rosewood option a plain board is the better pairing, because burl figure and board figure compete. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size.
The knight is the reason this set exists and it holds up to close inspection: the dished Arabian profile is genuinely cut rather than suggested, and the mane carries loose in a way the standard Staunton horse never does. The weighting is well judged too. At 1,900g it is planted without being the sort of weight that makes a long game tiring, which is a better balance at 107mm than the heavier sets manage. The usual constraint applies and it is not negotiable: 60mm squares, which most people do not own. Settle the board before you settle the timber.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 60mm. At a 49mm king base a 55mm board leaves almost no visible square around the piece.
The head is cut to the Arabian breed profile, which dishes inward below the eye rather than running straight, with a finer muzzle and a longer looser mane. Most Staunton knights follow the heavy jawed Elgin Marbles horse instead.
Genuine ebony is near black with almost no figure, which keeps the attention on the carving. Bud rosewood is a figured burl where the timber is the interest. Dimensions, weight and price are identical.
1,900g across 34 pieces, triple weighted, around 56g a piece.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only. Boards sit across our chess boards collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
107mm (4.2 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
49mm (1.9 inch) |
|
Queen height |
92mm (3.6 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
47mm (1.8 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
85mm (3.3 inch) |
|
Knight height |
79mm (3.1 inch) |
|
Rook height |
67mm (2.6 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
43mm (1.6 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
59mm (2.3 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
38mm (1.4 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony or bud rosewood, depending on option |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted, turned collar rings, thick green felts |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1,900g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
All products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
