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Russian chess patterns are usually easy to identify and this one is not, which is what makes it interesting. The Tokar Teich set, turned in the Tver region in the late nineteenth century, has a knight cut closer to a Staunton than to anything Soviet, and a bishop with a proper mitre slot that no other Russian pattern uses.
The name translates roughly as Turner Teich, from the Russian word for a lathe worker. Tver workshops were known for exactly that skill, and the set is tall and slender in a way that only a confident turner attempts: a 103mm king on a wide 49mm base, with a 60mm pawn.
It is triple weighted at 1,638g and offered in two light finishes against genuine ebony. It sits within our reproduction chess pieces.
Set this beside the Soviet patterns in our range and the differences are immediate. Soviet designs are squat, with short knights and compressed hierarchies. The Turner Teich is tall and slender, its knight is properly carved in the English manner, and its bishop carries a mitre slot rather than a plain dome.
Set it beside an English Staunton and a different gap opens. The base is 49mm, which is wider than almost any Staunton of the same 103mm height, and the pawn at 60mm is tall enough to change how the front rank looks entirely.
The practical consequence is board size: a 49mm base needs 60mm squares. If you want a Russian pattern that fits a standard 55mm board, look at the Soviet designs in the reproduction chess pieces instead.
The Tver region north west of Moscow had a long established woodturning trade before it had a chess trade, and the two overlapped. Workshops there were producing household turnery in volume, and a chess set is a turning exercise with one carved piece attached.
That background shows in what the pattern prioritises. The profiles are confident and slender, with narrow necks and clean collars that a less skilled turner would thicken to be safe. The bishop mitre and the Staunton influenced knight suggest the workshop had seen imported English sets and chose which elements to take, which is unusual for Russian work of the 1880s.
Both options share the same genuine ebony dark side and the same dimensions, carving and weight. The choice is entirely in the light pieces. Antiqued boxwood is oxidised to a soft aged cream, closest to how a surviving nineteenth century set looks today, and it gives the higher contrast of the two against ebony.
Golden antiqued boxwood is taken further toward a warm honey tone. Contrast against the ebony is lower and the whole set reads warmer, which suits a display board and a room with warm light. Neither is more authentic than the other; both finishes were in use.
The 49mm king base is the widest in this batch and it puts the set firmly on 60mm squares. The rook and knight sit on 36mm bases, so there is space behind the royal pieces, but the king and queen together will crowd a 55mm board badly.
No board is included. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size so you can match the 60mm requirement directly, and the Staunton chess pieces range follows the same convention.
This is the most distinctive pattern in the batch. A mitre cut bishop and a Staunton style knight on a Russian set of the 1880s is a genuine oddity, and the triple weighting at 1,638g gives it a settled feel that most reproductions at this price do not have. The caveat is the board: a 49mm king base needs 60mm squares, and buyers who assume a 103mm king will fit a standard tournament board will be disappointed. Choose the antiqued light side for contrast and the golden antiqued for warmth, and buy the right board for it either way.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 60mm. That comes from the wide 49mm king base rather than the 103mm height. A standard 55mm tournament board will crowd the royal pieces.
Only the light pieces. Antiqued boxwood is a soft aged cream with higher contrast against the ebony. Golden antiqued is a warmer honey tone with lower contrast. Dimensions, carving, weighting and the ebony dark side are identical.
Yes, the dark pieces are genuine ebony heartwood (Diospyros ebenum) rather than ebonised or dyed timber.
1,638g across 34 pieces, around 48g a piece, and triple weighted. That is heavier than most reproductions in the reproduction chess pieces of the same king height.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
103mm (4.0 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
49mm (1.9 inch) |
|
Queen height |
88mm (3.4 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
44mm (1.7 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
86mm (3.2 inch) |
|
Knight height |
76mm (3.0 inch) |
|
Rook height |
63mm (2.5 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
60mm (2.3 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony (Diospyros ebenum) |
|
Light pieces |
Antiqued or golden antiqued boxwood, by option |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted, thick green felt bases |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1,638g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the finish option you select
2 spare queens, one per colour
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.
Russian chess patterns are usually easy to identify and this one is not, which is what makes it interesting. The Tokar Teich set, turned in the Tver region in the late nineteenth century, has a knight cut closer to a Staunton than to anything Soviet, and a bishop with a proper mitre slot that no other Russian pattern uses.
The name translates roughly as Turner Teich, from the Russian word for a lathe worker. Tver workshops were known for exactly that skill, and the set is tall and slender in a way that only a confident turner attempts: a 103mm king on a wide 49mm base, with a 60mm pawn.
It is triple weighted at 1,638g and offered in two light finishes against genuine ebony. It sits within our reproduction chess pieces.
Set this beside the Soviet patterns in our range and the differences are immediate. Soviet designs are squat, with short knights and compressed hierarchies. The Turner Teich is tall and slender, its knight is properly carved in the English manner, and its bishop carries a mitre slot rather than a plain dome.
Set it beside an English Staunton and a different gap opens. The base is 49mm, which is wider than almost any Staunton of the same 103mm height, and the pawn at 60mm is tall enough to change how the front rank looks entirely.
The practical consequence is board size: a 49mm base needs 60mm squares. If you want a Russian pattern that fits a standard 55mm board, look at the Soviet designs in the reproduction chess pieces instead.
The Tver region north west of Moscow had a long established woodturning trade before it had a chess trade, and the two overlapped. Workshops there were producing household turnery in volume, and a chess set is a turning exercise with one carved piece attached.
That background shows in what the pattern prioritises. The profiles are confident and slender, with narrow necks and clean collars that a less skilled turner would thicken to be safe. The bishop mitre and the Staunton influenced knight suggest the workshop had seen imported English sets and chose which elements to take, which is unusual for Russian work of the 1880s.
Both options share the same genuine ebony dark side and the same dimensions, carving and weight. The choice is entirely in the light pieces. Antiqued boxwood is oxidised to a soft aged cream, closest to how a surviving nineteenth century set looks today, and it gives the higher contrast of the two against ebony.
Golden antiqued boxwood is taken further toward a warm honey tone. Contrast against the ebony is lower and the whole set reads warmer, which suits a display board and a room with warm light. Neither is more authentic than the other; both finishes were in use.
The 49mm king base is the widest in this batch and it puts the set firmly on 60mm squares. The rook and knight sit on 36mm bases, so there is space behind the royal pieces, but the king and queen together will crowd a 55mm board badly.
No board is included. Our chess boards collection is filtered by square size so you can match the 60mm requirement directly, and the Staunton chess pieces range follows the same convention.
This is the most distinctive pattern in the batch. A mitre cut bishop and a Staunton style knight on a Russian set of the 1880s is a genuine oddity, and the triple weighting at 1,638g gives it a settled feel that most reproductions at this price do not have. The caveat is the board: a 49mm king base needs 60mm squares, and buyers who assume a 103mm king will fit a standard tournament board will be disappointed. Choose the antiqued light side for contrast and the golden antiqued for warmth, and buy the right board for it either way.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 60mm. That comes from the wide 49mm king base rather than the 103mm height. A standard 55mm tournament board will crowd the royal pieces.
Only the light pieces. Antiqued boxwood is a soft aged cream with higher contrast against the ebony. Golden antiqued is a warmer honey tone with lower contrast. Dimensions, carving, weighting and the ebony dark side are identical.
Yes, the dark pieces are genuine ebony heartwood (Diospyros ebenum) rather than ebonised or dyed timber.
1,638g across 34 pieces, around 48g a piece, and triple weighted. That is heavier than most reproductions in the reproduction chess pieces of the same king height.
No. This listing is for the 34 pieces only, including the two spare queens. Boards are sold separately and no storage box ships with the set.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
103mm (4.0 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
49mm (1.9 inch) |
|
Queen height |
88mm (3.4 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
44mm (1.7 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
86mm (3.2 inch) |
|
Knight height |
76mm (3.0 inch) |
|
Rook height |
63mm (2.5 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
60mm (2.3 inch) |
|
Dark pieces |
Genuine ebony (Diospyros ebenum) |
|
Light pieces |
Antiqued or golden antiqued boxwood, by option |
|
Weighting |
Triple weighted, thick green felt bases |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Total set weight |
1,638g approximate |
|
Recommended square size |
60mm |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Board |
Not included |
32 chess pieces in the finish option you select
2 spare queens, one per colour
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.
