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The name is the specification. This set was designed around blitz, which means it has to survive being grabbed, slammed and knocked without toppling, and it has to be identifiable at a glance when you have four seconds on the clock.
That produces a 95mm king on a 42mm base, tournament standard height with a wider than usual foot, weighted to 1,200g. The height steps are cleanly separated so the back rank reads fast.
Bud rosewood against boxwood, with a knight carved from a single piece of timber. It sits in our tournament chess pieces.
Classical and blitz make different demands. At long time controls pieces are placed deliberately, so a narrower foot is fine and the priority is elegance. At blitz a piece is grabbed and dropped, often with the clock hand following through, and a set that topples costs you position and time.
Hence the 42mm base on a 95mm king, wider than most sets of this height. Combined with 1,200g of weighting it takes a genuine knock to move a piece off its square accidentally.
The second requirement is speed of recognition, which comes from clean height separation: 95, 83, 72, 66, 60, 51. Every piece is a clear step from its neighbour. Compare against the rest of our Staunton chess pieces.
Most carved knights are made from a blank glued up from more than one piece, because the head projects forward and carving it from solid wastes a great deal of timber. The joins are invisible when finished but they are the first thing to fail if a set is dropped.
This knight is cut from a single piece. It is slower and more wasteful to make, and the supplier reckons a full day per set on the knights alone. What you get is a piece with no glue line to open up and a continuous grain running through the head and neck, which is visible on close inspection.
Bud rosewood is a burl figured rosewood, sometimes sold as padauk, with a reddish brown ground and darker swirling figure. Because burl grain runs in every direction rather than straight, no two pieces come out looking the same.
For a blitz set that variation is quietly useful. Identifying your own pieces quickly in a crowded position is easier when they are not identical, and the figure gives each piece a slightly different read. It is also harder wearing than a stained finish, because the colour is the timber rather than a coating.
Anything from 50mm to 60mm squares. That is a wide tolerance and it is deliberate, because a set built for club and tournament use has to sit correctly on whatever board is in the room.
At 50mm it is snug and the back rank is full; at 60mm it has real space around each piece. For blitz specifically the larger end is worth considering, because clear space between pieces makes for fewer knocked neighbours when you are moving fast. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size.
The single piece knight is the genuine distinction here, and it is not marketing. Carving the head from solid rather than from a glued blank wastes timber and takes a day per set, and what you get is a piece with no glue line to open and continuous grain through the head. Beyond that, everything about the set is built for speed: a wide 42mm base, 1,200g of weighting, and cleanly stepped heights that read fast under time pressure. The 50mm to 60mm board tolerance makes it easy to fit an existing board too. If you play mostly classical, a narrower and more elegant set will serve you just as well for less.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Anything from 50mm to 60mm squares. For blitz the larger end is worth considering, because clear space between pieces means fewer knocked neighbours.
The knight is carved from one solid block rather than from a glued-up blank. There is no glue line to open with age and the grain runs continuously through the head and neck.
A burl figured rosewood, sometimes sold as padauk. It has a reddish brown ground with darker swirling figure, and it varies from piece to piece.
Yes. A 95mm king is tournament standard, and the wide 42mm base and 1,200g weighting are what make it particularly suited to fast time controls.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only. Boards sit across our chess boards collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
95mm (3.75 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
42mm (1.65 inch) |
|
Queen height |
83mm (3.26 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
39mm (1.53 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
72mm (2.83 inch) |
|
Knight height |
66mm (2.59 inch) |
|
Rook height |
60mm (2.36 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
35mm (1.37 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
51mm (2.0 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
29mm (1.14 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Bud rosewood |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, turned collar rings, thick green felt on every base |
|
Knight |
Carved from a single piece of timber, no joins |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1,200g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 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 name is the specification. This set was designed around blitz, which means it has to survive being grabbed, slammed and knocked without toppling, and it has to be identifiable at a glance when you have four seconds on the clock.
That produces a 95mm king on a 42mm base, tournament standard height with a wider than usual foot, weighted to 1,200g. The height steps are cleanly separated so the back rank reads fast.
Bud rosewood against boxwood, with a knight carved from a single piece of timber. It sits in our tournament chess pieces.
Classical and blitz make different demands. At long time controls pieces are placed deliberately, so a narrower foot is fine and the priority is elegance. At blitz a piece is grabbed and dropped, often with the clock hand following through, and a set that topples costs you position and time.
Hence the 42mm base on a 95mm king, wider than most sets of this height. Combined with 1,200g of weighting it takes a genuine knock to move a piece off its square accidentally.
The second requirement is speed of recognition, which comes from clean height separation: 95, 83, 72, 66, 60, 51. Every piece is a clear step from its neighbour. Compare against the rest of our Staunton chess pieces.
Most carved knights are made from a blank glued up from more than one piece, because the head projects forward and carving it from solid wastes a great deal of timber. The joins are invisible when finished but they are the first thing to fail if a set is dropped.
This knight is cut from a single piece. It is slower and more wasteful to make, and the supplier reckons a full day per set on the knights alone. What you get is a piece with no glue line to open up and a continuous grain running through the head and neck, which is visible on close inspection.
Bud rosewood is a burl figured rosewood, sometimes sold as padauk, with a reddish brown ground and darker swirling figure. Because burl grain runs in every direction rather than straight, no two pieces come out looking the same.
For a blitz set that variation is quietly useful. Identifying your own pieces quickly in a crowded position is easier when they are not identical, and the figure gives each piece a slightly different read. It is also harder wearing than a stained finish, because the colour is the timber rather than a coating.
Anything from 50mm to 60mm squares. That is a wide tolerance and it is deliberate, because a set built for club and tournament use has to sit correctly on whatever board is in the room.
At 50mm it is snug and the back rank is full; at 60mm it has real space around each piece. For blitz specifically the larger end is worth considering, because clear space between pieces makes for fewer knocked neighbours when you are moving fast. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size.
The single piece knight is the genuine distinction here, and it is not marketing. Carving the head from solid rather than from a glued blank wastes timber and takes a day per set, and what you get is a piece with no glue line to open and continuous grain through the head. Beyond that, everything about the set is built for speed: a wide 42mm base, 1,200g of weighting, and cleanly stepped heights that read fast under time pressure. The 50mm to 60mm board tolerance makes it easy to fit an existing board too. If you play mostly classical, a narrower and more elegant set will serve you just as well for less.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Anything from 50mm to 60mm squares. For blitz the larger end is worth considering, because clear space between pieces means fewer knocked neighbours.
The knight is carved from one solid block rather than from a glued-up blank. There is no glue line to open with age and the grain runs continuously through the head and neck.
A burl figured rosewood, sometimes sold as padauk. It has a reddish brown ground with darker swirling figure, and it varies from piece to piece.
Yes. A 95mm king is tournament standard, and the wide 42mm base and 1,200g weighting are what make it particularly suited to fast time controls.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only. Boards sit across our chess boards collection.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
95mm (3.75 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
42mm (1.65 inch) |
|
Queen height |
83mm (3.26 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
39mm (1.53 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
72mm (2.83 inch) |
|
Knight height |
66mm (2.59 inch) |
|
Rook height |
60mm (2.36 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
35mm (1.37 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
51mm (2.0 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
29mm (1.14 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Bud rosewood |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, turned collar rings, thick green felt on every base |
|
Knight |
Carved from a single piece of timber, no joins |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1,200g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
50mm to 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.
