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The knight is what separates one plastic Staunton from another, and this one is carried further than the price suggests. It has a defined mane, a cut jaw and an actual eye rather than the smoothed-over suggestion of a head that most moulded knights settle for.
The proportions are worth noting too. The knight stands at 73mm against a bishop at 74mm, so the two are within a millimetre of each other, which gives a flatter officer rank than the usual stepped arrangement.
A 98mm king on a 43mm base, weighted to 970g, in black against ivory white. It sits with our tournament chess pieces.
Within the plastic range this sits in the middle on weight at 970g, above the lighter tournament sets and below the solid Pro Staunton at 1,180g. What distinguishes it is the height and the base width together: 98mm on 43mm is closer to a wooden set's proportions than the rest of the plastic range manages.
It is also the most forgiving on board size. The supplier recommendation runs from 50mm to 60mm squares, which means it will sit correctly on most club boards rather than demanding a specific size the way the wide based Pro Staunton does.
Ivory white rather than natural white is the other difference. It is a warmer, creamier tone that reads closer to timber under a lamp. Wooden alternatives sit across our chess pieces collection.
A conventional Staunton steps the officers down cleanly: bishop, then knight, then rook. Here bishop and knight sit at 74mm and 73mm, effectively level.
That removes a height cue, so you identify the knight by its head rather than by looking for the second tallest officer. In exchange the officer rank reads as a horizontal band, which some players find calmer over a long session. It is the same trade the Romanian Hungarian tournament pattern makes, and opinions on it are genuinely divided.
Most tournament plastic uses a bright, slightly blue-toned white, because it is the cheapest pigment and it photographs well. Ivory is warmer and creamier, and under a lamp it reads closer to boxwood than to plastic.
The practical benefit is glare. A bright white set under a strong overhead light throws back more of it, and over a three hour game that becomes tiring. Ivory softens that noticeably without losing contrast against the black.
The supplier has published only three photographs of this set, where most listings in our range carry six. We have used all three rather than padding the page with images of a different product.
The specification table below is complete, and the dimensions given there are taken directly from the supplier's own measurements. If you want to see more of a plastic set before buying, the other sets in our tournament chess pieces range are more fully photographed. No board is included with these pieces.
The knight is the reason to pick this over a cheaper plastic set. Moulded knights usually give up on the head and settle for a smooth suggestion of one; this one has a mane, a jaw line and an eye, and at arm's length it reads as a carved piece rather than a moulded one. The 98mm height and 43mm base give it wooden proportions, and the 50mm to 60mm board tolerance makes it the most flexible plastic set we carry. Two things to weigh. The knight and bishop are level in height, which removes a cue some players rely on. And at 970g it is lighter than the solid Pro Staunton, so if heft is your priority that is the one to look at.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Anything from 50mm to 60mm squares, which makes this the most flexible plastic set in our range for fitting an existing board.
The pattern levels the officer rank at 73mm and 74mm rather than stepping it. It gives a calmer back rank but removes the height cue for telling a knight from a bishop.
970g across 34 pieces, weighted, with thick green felt on every base.
A warmer, creamier white than the bright tone most tournament plastic uses. It throws back less glare under a strong light and reads closer to timber.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only. Boards sit across our chess boards collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
98mm (3.85 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
43mm (1.69 inch) |
|
Queen height |
80mm (3.14 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
41mm (1.61 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
74mm (2.91 inch) |
|
Knight height |
73mm (2.87 inch) |
|
Rook height |
62mm (2.44 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
37mm (1.45 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
55mm (2.16 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
33mm (1.29 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Black dyed solid plastic |
|
Light pieces |
Ivory white solid plastic |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, thick green felt on every base |
|
Finish |
Special coating to resist fingerprints and smudging |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
970g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 60mm |
|
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 knight is what separates one plastic Staunton from another, and this one is carried further than the price suggests. It has a defined mane, a cut jaw and an actual eye rather than the smoothed-over suggestion of a head that most moulded knights settle for.
The proportions are worth noting too. The knight stands at 73mm against a bishop at 74mm, so the two are within a millimetre of each other, which gives a flatter officer rank than the usual stepped arrangement.
A 98mm king on a 43mm base, weighted to 970g, in black against ivory white. It sits with our tournament chess pieces.
Within the plastic range this sits in the middle on weight at 970g, above the lighter tournament sets and below the solid Pro Staunton at 1,180g. What distinguishes it is the height and the base width together: 98mm on 43mm is closer to a wooden set's proportions than the rest of the plastic range manages.
It is also the most forgiving on board size. The supplier recommendation runs from 50mm to 60mm squares, which means it will sit correctly on most club boards rather than demanding a specific size the way the wide based Pro Staunton does.
Ivory white rather than natural white is the other difference. It is a warmer, creamier tone that reads closer to timber under a lamp. Wooden alternatives sit across our chess pieces collection.
A conventional Staunton steps the officers down cleanly: bishop, then knight, then rook. Here bishop and knight sit at 74mm and 73mm, effectively level.
That removes a height cue, so you identify the knight by its head rather than by looking for the second tallest officer. In exchange the officer rank reads as a horizontal band, which some players find calmer over a long session. It is the same trade the Romanian Hungarian tournament pattern makes, and opinions on it are genuinely divided.
Most tournament plastic uses a bright, slightly blue-toned white, because it is the cheapest pigment and it photographs well. Ivory is warmer and creamier, and under a lamp it reads closer to boxwood than to plastic.
The practical benefit is glare. A bright white set under a strong overhead light throws back more of it, and over a three hour game that becomes tiring. Ivory softens that noticeably without losing contrast against the black.
The supplier has published only three photographs of this set, where most listings in our range carry six. We have used all three rather than padding the page with images of a different product.
The specification table below is complete, and the dimensions given there are taken directly from the supplier's own measurements. If you want to see more of a plastic set before buying, the other sets in our tournament chess pieces range are more fully photographed. No board is included with these pieces.
The knight is the reason to pick this over a cheaper plastic set. Moulded knights usually give up on the head and settle for a smooth suggestion of one; this one has a mane, a jaw line and an eye, and at arm's length it reads as a carved piece rather than a moulded one. The 98mm height and 43mm base give it wooden proportions, and the 50mm to 60mm board tolerance makes it the most flexible plastic set we carry. Two things to weigh. The knight and bishop are level in height, which removes a cue some players rely on. And at 970g it is lighter than the solid Pro Staunton, so if heft is your priority that is the one to look at.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Anything from 50mm to 60mm squares, which makes this the most flexible plastic set in our range for fitting an existing board.
The pattern levels the officer rank at 73mm and 74mm rather than stepping it. It gives a calmer back rank but removes the height cue for telling a knight from a bishop.
970g across 34 pieces, weighted, with thick green felt on every base.
A warmer, creamier white than the bright tone most tournament plastic uses. It throws back less glare under a strong light and reads closer to timber.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only. Boards sit across our chess boards collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
98mm (3.85 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
43mm (1.69 inch) |
|
Queen height |
80mm (3.14 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
41mm (1.61 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
74mm (2.91 inch) |
|
Knight height |
73mm (2.87 inch) |
|
Rook height |
62mm (2.44 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
37mm (1.45 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
55mm (2.16 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
33mm (1.29 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Black dyed solid plastic |
|
Light pieces |
Ivory white solid plastic |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, thick green felt on every base |
|
Finish |
Special coating to resist fingerprints and smudging |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
970g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 60mm |
|
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.
