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Chetak was the horse Maharana Pratap rode at Haldighati in 1576, and the pattern that carries his name is built around its knight. The Indian Chetak II is a customised Staunton, which means the frame is familiar and the detailing is not.
A 109mm king stands on a 47mm base, with bishop, knight and rook on 41mm and a 61mm pawn beneath them. The pieces are triple weighted to 2,200g across the 34, with turned collar rings through the body and thick green felt on every base.
The board is the choice on this listing. Both options run 60mm squares, which is the size these pieces are cut for: a 58cm board in solid ebony and maple at 22mm, or a 60cm board in black anigre and maple with a matte finish at 13mm. It sits in our luxury chess sets collection.
Start with what does not change. Both boards are laid out in 60mm squares, so the playing grid is 48cm across either way and the pieces sit identically on both. Nothing about the game changes with the option you pick. What changes is the board as an object, and how much table it asks for.
The 58cm board is the heavier of the two. It measures 58.42cm square, 22mm thick and 4,000g, in solid ebony and maple with a green velvet felted underside, handmade in India. Its dark squares are ebony, the same timber as the dark pieces, so the black side of the position reads as one continuous tone. With 48cm of that taken up by squares, the frame around the play is a little over 5cm on each side.
The 60cm board is 13mm thick and 3,400g in black anigre and maple, finished matte so it holds less light back at you under a lamp. It is roughly 600g lighter and easier to shift, and the extra width is all border: 6cm of frame on each side rather than 5. Measure the table before choosing it, because a 60cm board on a 60cm table leaves nowhere for captured pieces or a clock. Other pairings sit across our wood chess sets collection.
Genuine ebony is dense black heartwood and it is black all the way through. Ebonised boxwood is a dye over a pale timber, so a deep chip shows white underneath and the high points lighten with years of handling. Ebony varies from piece to piece, with occasional lighter streaking, and that variation is the mark of the real timber rather than a fault.
Triple weighting is the other half of the feel. At 2,200g across 34 pieces the set averages around 65g each, so a piece sits where it is put and a knocked table does not clear a rank. It suits slow games on a board that stays out rather than rapid play, where that much mass becomes work over a long session.
A customised Staunton keeps the silhouette everyone recognises and reworks the detail inside it. Here the proportions are wide: an 85mm bishop, a 79mm knight and a 66mm rook standing under a 109mm king, so the officer rank steps down in clear stages rather than running level.
The knight is the version two carving and it is where the work went. The mane, the eye and the muzzle are cut rather than suggested, which is worth a close look before the set goes on a shelf. Turned collar rings run through the rest of the pattern and tie the back rank together, so the knight reads as part of a set rather than a showpiece dropped into one.
The 47mm king base is what fixes the square size at 60mm, not the 109mm height. On a 60mm square that base leaves about 6.5mm of clear timber around it on every side. Drop to 55mm squares and the clearance roughly halves, the 41mm officer bases start to touch through the middlegame, and the 61mm pawns read as a wall across the fourth rank. Both boards offered here avoid that.
The same pattern is listed as pieces alone, in genuine ebony or bud rosewood against boxwood, with no board. If you already play on 60mm squares then the Indian Chetak II pieces on their own is the more direct purchase, and the carving is the same. This listing is for buyers who want the board matched to the pieces from the start.
Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus whichever board you select. No storage box. The pieces weigh 2,200g, so the whole set arrives at about 6,200g with the 58cm board or 5,600g with the 60cm, which is worth knowing before deciding where it will live.
The reason to look at this listing rather than the pieces on their own is that both board options are cut to 60mm squares, which is exactly what a 47mm king base wants, so nothing is being stretched to fit. Between the two, the 58cm is the heavier object at 22mm and 4,000g with its dark squares in the same ebony as the dark pieces, while the 60cm is thinner and 600g lighter in black anigre and maple, with a matte surface that throws less lamp glare and a wider frame around the play. The caveat applies to both. This is a set that wants to live out on a table rather than be packed away, since even the lighter combination arrives at 5,600g and neither board is a small object. Choose the 58cm if you want the board to read as furniture and stay where it is put, and the 60cm if you would rather have the extra border and something easier to move.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Both have 60mm squares, so the pieces sit the same on either. The 58cm is 22mm thick and 4,000g in solid ebony and maple with a green velvet felted underside. The 60cm is 13mm and 3,400g in black anigre and maple with a matte finish, and gives a wider border around the play.
Yes. The same Indian Chetak II Customised Staunton pieces ship with either board, in genuine ebony against boxwood, with a 109mm king on a 47mm base.
Genuine ebony on the dark pieces. The colour runs through the timber rather than sitting on the surface as a dye, so it cannot wear through at the high points.
The pieces weigh around 2,200g. With the 58cm board that comes to about 6,200g, and with the 60cm board about 5,600g. All figures are approximate on a handmade item.
Weight is added inside the base of each piece, here to around 65g a piece across the 34. It gives a firm feel in the hand and keeps a position undisturbed if the table is knocked.
They are cut for 60mm squares, which comes from the 47mm king base rather than the height. Our chess boards collection lists square size on every product, so you can match it directly.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
109mm (4.3 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
47mm (1.8 inch) |
|
Queen height |
96mm (3.7 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
44mm (1.7 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
85mm (3.38 inch) |
|
Knight height |
79mm (3.1 inch) |
|
Rook height |
66mm (2.59 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
41mm (1.6 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
61mm (2.40 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
35mm (1.4 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted, turned collar rings, thick green felt bases |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
2,200g approximate |
|
Pieces origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board options |
58cm Board or 60cm Board |
|
58cm board |
58.42cm x 58.42cm (23 inch), solid ebony and maple, 22mm thick, 4,000g, green velvet felted underside, handmade in India |
|
60cm board |
60cm x 60cm (23.6 inch), black anigre and maple, matte finish, 13mm thick, 3,400g |
|
Board square size |
60mm on both boards |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Total set weight |
6,200g with the 58cm board, 5,600g with the 60cm board, approximate |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One chess board in the size selected: the 58cm solid ebony and maple, or the 60cm black anigre and maple
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.
Chetak was the horse Maharana Pratap rode at Haldighati in 1576, and the pattern that carries his name is built around its knight. The Indian Chetak II is a customised Staunton, which means the frame is familiar and the detailing is not.
A 109mm king stands on a 47mm base, with bishop, knight and rook on 41mm and a 61mm pawn beneath them. The pieces are triple weighted to 2,200g across the 34, with turned collar rings through the body and thick green felt on every base.
The board is the choice on this listing. Both options run 60mm squares, which is the size these pieces are cut for: a 58cm board in solid ebony and maple at 22mm, or a 60cm board in black anigre and maple with a matte finish at 13mm. It sits in our luxury chess sets collection.
Start with what does not change. Both boards are laid out in 60mm squares, so the playing grid is 48cm across either way and the pieces sit identically on both. Nothing about the game changes with the option you pick. What changes is the board as an object, and how much table it asks for.
The 58cm board is the heavier of the two. It measures 58.42cm square, 22mm thick and 4,000g, in solid ebony and maple with a green velvet felted underside, handmade in India. Its dark squares are ebony, the same timber as the dark pieces, so the black side of the position reads as one continuous tone. With 48cm of that taken up by squares, the frame around the play is a little over 5cm on each side.
The 60cm board is 13mm thick and 3,400g in black anigre and maple, finished matte so it holds less light back at you under a lamp. It is roughly 600g lighter and easier to shift, and the extra width is all border: 6cm of frame on each side rather than 5. Measure the table before choosing it, because a 60cm board on a 60cm table leaves nowhere for captured pieces or a clock. Other pairings sit across our wood chess sets collection.
Genuine ebony is dense black heartwood and it is black all the way through. Ebonised boxwood is a dye over a pale timber, so a deep chip shows white underneath and the high points lighten with years of handling. Ebony varies from piece to piece, with occasional lighter streaking, and that variation is the mark of the real timber rather than a fault.
Triple weighting is the other half of the feel. At 2,200g across 34 pieces the set averages around 65g each, so a piece sits where it is put and a knocked table does not clear a rank. It suits slow games on a board that stays out rather than rapid play, where that much mass becomes work over a long session.
A customised Staunton keeps the silhouette everyone recognises and reworks the detail inside it. Here the proportions are wide: an 85mm bishop, a 79mm knight and a 66mm rook standing under a 109mm king, so the officer rank steps down in clear stages rather than running level.
The knight is the version two carving and it is where the work went. The mane, the eye and the muzzle are cut rather than suggested, which is worth a close look before the set goes on a shelf. Turned collar rings run through the rest of the pattern and tie the back rank together, so the knight reads as part of a set rather than a showpiece dropped into one.
The 47mm king base is what fixes the square size at 60mm, not the 109mm height. On a 60mm square that base leaves about 6.5mm of clear timber around it on every side. Drop to 55mm squares and the clearance roughly halves, the 41mm officer bases start to touch through the middlegame, and the 61mm pawns read as a wall across the fourth rank. Both boards offered here avoid that.
The same pattern is listed as pieces alone, in genuine ebony or bud rosewood against boxwood, with no board. If you already play on 60mm squares then the Indian Chetak II pieces on their own is the more direct purchase, and the carving is the same. This listing is for buyers who want the board matched to the pieces from the start.
Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus whichever board you select. No storage box. The pieces weigh 2,200g, so the whole set arrives at about 6,200g with the 58cm board or 5,600g with the 60cm, which is worth knowing before deciding where it will live.
The reason to look at this listing rather than the pieces on their own is that both board options are cut to 60mm squares, which is exactly what a 47mm king base wants, so nothing is being stretched to fit. Between the two, the 58cm is the heavier object at 22mm and 4,000g with its dark squares in the same ebony as the dark pieces, while the 60cm is thinner and 600g lighter in black anigre and maple, with a matte surface that throws less lamp glare and a wider frame around the play. The caveat applies to both. This is a set that wants to live out on a table rather than be packed away, since even the lighter combination arrives at 5,600g and neither board is a small object. Choose the 58cm if you want the board to read as furniture and stay where it is put, and the 60cm if you would rather have the extra border and something easier to move.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Both have 60mm squares, so the pieces sit the same on either. The 58cm is 22mm thick and 4,000g in solid ebony and maple with a green velvet felted underside. The 60cm is 13mm and 3,400g in black anigre and maple with a matte finish, and gives a wider border around the play.
Yes. The same Indian Chetak II Customised Staunton pieces ship with either board, in genuine ebony against boxwood, with a 109mm king on a 47mm base.
Genuine ebony on the dark pieces. The colour runs through the timber rather than sitting on the surface as a dye, so it cannot wear through at the high points.
The pieces weigh around 2,200g. With the 58cm board that comes to about 6,200g, and with the 60cm board about 5,600g. All figures are approximate on a handmade item.
Weight is added inside the base of each piece, here to around 65g a piece across the 34. It gives a firm feel in the hand and keeps a position undisturbed if the table is knocked.
They are cut for 60mm squares, which comes from the 47mm king base rather than the height. Our chess boards collection lists square size on every product, so you can match it directly.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
109mm (4.3 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
47mm (1.8 inch) |
|
Queen height |
96mm (3.7 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
44mm (1.7 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
85mm (3.38 inch) |
|
Knight height |
79mm (3.1 inch) |
|
Rook height |
66mm (2.59 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
41mm (1.6 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Pawn height |
61mm (2.40 inch) |
|
Pawn base diameter |
35mm (1.4 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony |
|
Light pieces |
Boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted, turned collar rings, thick green felt bases |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
2,200g approximate |
|
Pieces origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board options |
58cm Board or 60cm Board |
|
58cm board |
58.42cm x 58.42cm (23 inch), solid ebony and maple, 22mm thick, 4,000g, green velvet felted underside, handmade in India |
|
60cm board |
60cm x 60cm (23.6 inch), black anigre and maple, matte finish, 13mm thick, 3,400g |
|
Board square size |
60mm on both boards |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Total set weight |
6,200g with the 58cm board, 5,600g with the 60cm board, approximate |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One chess board in the size selected: the 58cm solid ebony and maple, or the 60cm black anigre and maple
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.
