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Painted chessmen are a different proposition from timber ones. The colour is flat and even, the contrast is absolute, and the pieces read instantly from right across a table.
This is the Pro Staunton pattern, the everyday club shape, done in painted boxwood at a compact 76mm king.
You can have it black against white or red against white. The carving is identical either way, so the only decision is which board you want to be looking at.
It is small enough to leave out on a side table or use as an analysis set, without giving up a proper Staunton outline, and it is weighty enough not to feel like a compromise.
You will find it among our Staunton chess pieces.
Paint does something timber cannot, which is give you absolute contrast without relying on how the light falls.
On a dark evening or under a single lamp, a painted set stays completely legible where two natural timbers can start to converge into each other. That is worth more than it sounds during a long game.
The pattern underneath is the familiar Pro Staunton, so nothing about it feels experimental. The knights carry the figured cut the series is known for, and the rest of the army is conventional enough that anyone will recognise it immediately.
The scale is the other half of the appeal. At this size the set sits on a side table or a desk and still looks like a proper chess set and not a travel compromise, and it is heavy enough to stay where you put it.
These pieces suit smaller boards, with squares of 40mm to 50mm, and 50mm is the comfortable end. At 40mm the set still fits and looks purposeful, but the front two ranks sit shoulder to shoulder with no spare surface between the feet.
Every dimension is identical and the light army is white painted boxwood in both. Only the dark side changes.
Black against white is the classic, and the separation between the armies is at its maximum. It is the one that reads most cleanly at a distance, and the safer choice if the set is going to be used for serious play.
Red against white is the warmer, friendlier board. The contrast is a little softer than the black, which some players prefer over a long session.
Both are perfectly legible; the black is simply the harder contrast of the two.
Both are painted boxwood, so they behave identically in the hand and wear at the same rate. Whichever you pick, the pieces feel the same and the game plays the same.
The trade is what happens at an edge. The colour sits on the surface, so a knock hard enough to break through it shows pale boxwood underneath, and that mark is more visible than the same knock on a stained piece.
Care is simple. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters and air vents, dust it with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, furniture polish and solvent based cleaners alone.
Legibility is the case for this one. A painted set never has an ambiguous piece, which sounds like a small thing until you have played a long game under a poor light.
The compact size is what makes it so useful. It is the set that ends up living on a desk or a side table because it fits there, and it gets played with far more than a display army ever does.
It is not a showpiece and it does not pretend to be. If you want timber and figure to look at, there is plenty to compare in our luxury chess pieces.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Only the dark side. One is black painted boxwood, the other red, and the light army is white painted boxwood in both. Every dimension, the carving and the weight are identical, so it is purely a question of how you want the board to look.
40mm to 50mm squares, and 50mm is the comfortable end. At 40mm the set still fits but the front two ranks sit shoulder to shoulder with nothing showing between the feet.
34, which is two more than a game uses, so there is a spare queen for each side when a pawn promotes. No board is included, so that is chosen separately.
It stands up to ordinary play, but the colour sits on the surface. A knock hard enough to break through shows pale boxwood underneath, so it asks for a little more care in handling and storage than a timber finish does.
The complete 34 pieces come to 800 grams, so the individual pieces have enough substance to sit down properly on the board and stay put.
No, this listing is the chessmen only. Pick a board at the square size given above and the set will sit on it comfortably.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
76mm high (3.0 inch), 35mm base |
|
Queen |
63mm high (2.5 inch), 32mm base |
|
Bishop |
59mm high (2.3 inch), 30mm base |
|
Knight |
55mm high (2.2 inch), 30mm base |
|
Rook |
45mm high (1.8 inch), 30mm base |
|
Pawn |
41mm high (1.6 inch), 25mm base |
|
Black & White Painted option |
Black painted boxwood dark pieces, white painted boxwood light pieces |
|
Red & White Painted option |
Red painted boxwood dark pieces, white painted boxwood light pieces |
|
Material |
Painted boxwood |
|
Recommended square size |
40mm to 50mm (1.57 inch to 1.96 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
800 grams (0.8 kg, 1.8 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
34, including two extra queens |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in the colourway you select
Includes a spare queen of each colour for promotions
Chess board not included
Storage box not included
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.
Painted chessmen are a different proposition from timber ones. The colour is flat and even, the contrast is absolute, and the pieces read instantly from right across a table.
This is the Pro Staunton pattern, the everyday club shape, done in painted boxwood at a compact 76mm king.
You can have it black against white or red against white. The carving is identical either way, so the only decision is which board you want to be looking at.
It is small enough to leave out on a side table or use as an analysis set, without giving up a proper Staunton outline, and it is weighty enough not to feel like a compromise.
You will find it among our Staunton chess pieces.
Paint does something timber cannot, which is give you absolute contrast without relying on how the light falls.
On a dark evening or under a single lamp, a painted set stays completely legible where two natural timbers can start to converge into each other. That is worth more than it sounds during a long game.
The pattern underneath is the familiar Pro Staunton, so nothing about it feels experimental. The knights carry the figured cut the series is known for, and the rest of the army is conventional enough that anyone will recognise it immediately.
The scale is the other half of the appeal. At this size the set sits on a side table or a desk and still looks like a proper chess set and not a travel compromise, and it is heavy enough to stay where you put it.
These pieces suit smaller boards, with squares of 40mm to 50mm, and 50mm is the comfortable end. At 40mm the set still fits and looks purposeful, but the front two ranks sit shoulder to shoulder with no spare surface between the feet.
Every dimension is identical and the light army is white painted boxwood in both. Only the dark side changes.
Black against white is the classic, and the separation between the armies is at its maximum. It is the one that reads most cleanly at a distance, and the safer choice if the set is going to be used for serious play.
Red against white is the warmer, friendlier board. The contrast is a little softer than the black, which some players prefer over a long session.
Both are perfectly legible; the black is simply the harder contrast of the two.
Both are painted boxwood, so they behave identically in the hand and wear at the same rate. Whichever you pick, the pieces feel the same and the game plays the same.
The trade is what happens at an edge. The colour sits on the surface, so a knock hard enough to break through it shows pale boxwood underneath, and that mark is more visible than the same knock on a stained piece.
Care is simple. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters and air vents, dust it with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, furniture polish and solvent based cleaners alone.
Legibility is the case for this one. A painted set never has an ambiguous piece, which sounds like a small thing until you have played a long game under a poor light.
The compact size is what makes it so useful. It is the set that ends up living on a desk or a side table because it fits there, and it gets played with far more than a display army ever does.
It is not a showpiece and it does not pretend to be. If you want timber and figure to look at, there is plenty to compare in our luxury chess pieces.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Only the dark side. One is black painted boxwood, the other red, and the light army is white painted boxwood in both. Every dimension, the carving and the weight are identical, so it is purely a question of how you want the board to look.
40mm to 50mm squares, and 50mm is the comfortable end. At 40mm the set still fits but the front two ranks sit shoulder to shoulder with nothing showing between the feet.
34, which is two more than a game uses, so there is a spare queen for each side when a pawn promotes. No board is included, so that is chosen separately.
It stands up to ordinary play, but the colour sits on the surface. A knock hard enough to break through shows pale boxwood underneath, so it asks for a little more care in handling and storage than a timber finish does.
The complete 34 pieces come to 800 grams, so the individual pieces have enough substance to sit down properly on the board and stay put.
No, this listing is the chessmen only. Pick a board at the square size given above and the set will sit on it comfortably.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
76mm high (3.0 inch), 35mm base |
|
Queen |
63mm high (2.5 inch), 32mm base |
|
Bishop |
59mm high (2.3 inch), 30mm base |
|
Knight |
55mm high (2.2 inch), 30mm base |
|
Rook |
45mm high (1.8 inch), 30mm base |
|
Pawn |
41mm high (1.6 inch), 25mm base |
|
Black & White Painted option |
Black painted boxwood dark pieces, white painted boxwood light pieces |
|
Red & White Painted option |
Red painted boxwood dark pieces, white painted boxwood light pieces |
|
Material |
Painted boxwood |
|
Recommended square size |
40mm to 50mm (1.57 inch to 1.96 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
800 grams (0.8 kg, 1.8 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
34, including two extra queens |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in the colourway you select
Includes a spare queen of each colour for promotions
Chess board not included
Storage box not included
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.
