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An analysis set is a working tool. It is turned smaller than a tournament set so a full position sits inside arm's reach on a desk, which is what you want when the board is open beside a book or a screen for an hour at a time. This reproduction of the 1930 Knubbel puts that scale in hand carved boxwood rather than plastic.
The king stands at 74mm on a 36mm base, and the dark side is boxwood stained crimson rather than taken to black. Red against cream is an unusual pairing and it is the whole character of the set: warm under lamp light, easy to tell apart at a glance, and nothing like the black and white board most people picture. The pieces are carved in India and lightly weighted.
A 48cm folding board with printed notation is included, so a position can be set up and put away without a second purchase. It sits among our reproduction chess sets.
The identical carving is listed without a board as the Reproduction 1930 Knubbel Analysis 74mm Chess Pieces. If you already own a board you are happy with, that is the listing to look at, because the pieces are the same object and the board is the part that differs.
Be clear about what is bundled here. The board is folding cardboard, 3mm thick and 500g, printed with brown and off-white squares and notation. It does its job well for study and it packs flat, but it is a light surface rather than a timber one, and the value in this listing sits in the pieces.
That makes the combination a sensible starting point rather than a finishing one. Set the position up on the folding board today, and pair the pieces with something heavier later from our chess boards collection. The 36mm king base is happy anywhere from around 45mm to 55mm squares, so the upgrade path stays open.
Tournament sets are built to be read from a chair pushed back, across a table wide enough for two clocks and two scoresheets. Analysis sets are built for the opposite situation: one person, close in, working through a line with a book open. Dropping the king from the tournament range to 74mm shrinks the footprint of a full position enough that it fits on a desk beside everything else you are using.
The smaller scale also changes how the pieces handle. A 36mm base and 700g across 34 pieces means quick resetting with one hand, which matters when you are replaying a game and taking a move back every thirty seconds. It is a set for thinking rather than for competing.
Most chess sets solve contrast by taking one side as close to black as the timber allows. The Knubbel reproduction dyes the boxwood through to a deep crimson instead. The colour goes into the timber rather than sitting on it, and the grain of the boxwood still reads underneath, so the dark side looks like stained wood rather than paint.
Against natural boxwood the effect is warmer and softer than black on cream. It is easier to look at for a long session, and it photographs well, which is part of why stained crimson has a following among people who set positions up to share. The trade is legibility in poor light, where a flat dark side would separate faster.
The board is 48.26cm square, which is 19 inches, with 55mm playing squares, 3mm of thickness and a weight of 500g. It folds in the middle, carries notation printed on the board, and is printed in brown against off-white. Notation earns its place on a study board more than on a display one, because it lets you follow a written line without counting files across the board with a finger.
The 55mm squares are generous for a 36mm king base, so the position sits with air around it rather than crowded. Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus the board. No storage box. Heavier timber pairings for the same pieces sit across our wood chess sets.
The pieces are the reason to buy this, and they are genuinely good: hand carved boxwood at an analysis scale with a stained crimson dark side that keeps its grain, which is a far more interesting object than the plastic most study sets are made from. The caveat is the board, and it is not a small one, because at 3mm and 500g the supplied surface is a folding one rather than a timber board, so treat it as the thing that gets you playing rather than the thing you keep. That makes this a good buy for someone building a study setup on a desk, or for a buyer who already has a board at home and wants the crimson pieces, and a poor buy for anyone who wants one purchase to sit out permanently in a living room.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
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Spec |
Detail |
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King height |
74mm (2.91 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
36mm (1.41 inch) |
|
Queen height |
58mm |
|
Bishop height |
40mm |
|
Knight height |
49mm |
|
Rook height |
41mm |
|
Pawn height |
33mm |
|
Dark pieces |
Stained crimson boxwood |
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Light pieces |
Natural boxwood |
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Weighting |
Lightly weighted |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
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Chess pieces weight |
700g approximate |
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Board size |
48.26cm x 48.26cm (19 inch) |
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Board square size |
55mm |
|
Board thickness |
3mm |
|
Board construction |
Folding cardboard, brown and off-white squares |
|
Board weight |
500g approximate |
|
Board notation |
Notation printed on the board |
|
Pattern |
1930 Knubbel analysis reproduction |
|
Pieces origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in stained crimson and natural boxwood, including two spare queens
One 48cm folding chess board with 55mm squares and printed notation
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.
An analysis set is a working tool. It is turned smaller than a tournament set so a full position sits inside arm's reach on a desk, which is what you want when the board is open beside a book or a screen for an hour at a time. This reproduction of the 1930 Knubbel puts that scale in hand carved boxwood rather than plastic.
The king stands at 74mm on a 36mm base, and the dark side is boxwood stained crimson rather than taken to black. Red against cream is an unusual pairing and it is the whole character of the set: warm under lamp light, easy to tell apart at a glance, and nothing like the black and white board most people picture. The pieces are carved in India and lightly weighted.
A 48cm folding board with printed notation is included, so a position can be set up and put away without a second purchase. It sits among our reproduction chess sets.
The identical carving is listed without a board as the Reproduction 1930 Knubbel Analysis 74mm Chess Pieces. If you already own a board you are happy with, that is the listing to look at, because the pieces are the same object and the board is the part that differs.
Be clear about what is bundled here. The board is folding cardboard, 3mm thick and 500g, printed with brown and off-white squares and notation. It does its job well for study and it packs flat, but it is a light surface rather than a timber one, and the value in this listing sits in the pieces.
That makes the combination a sensible starting point rather than a finishing one. Set the position up on the folding board today, and pair the pieces with something heavier later from our chess boards collection. The 36mm king base is happy anywhere from around 45mm to 55mm squares, so the upgrade path stays open.
Tournament sets are built to be read from a chair pushed back, across a table wide enough for two clocks and two scoresheets. Analysis sets are built for the opposite situation: one person, close in, working through a line with a book open. Dropping the king from the tournament range to 74mm shrinks the footprint of a full position enough that it fits on a desk beside everything else you are using.
The smaller scale also changes how the pieces handle. A 36mm base and 700g across 34 pieces means quick resetting with one hand, which matters when you are replaying a game and taking a move back every thirty seconds. It is a set for thinking rather than for competing.
Most chess sets solve contrast by taking one side as close to black as the timber allows. The Knubbel reproduction dyes the boxwood through to a deep crimson instead. The colour goes into the timber rather than sitting on it, and the grain of the boxwood still reads underneath, so the dark side looks like stained wood rather than paint.
Against natural boxwood the effect is warmer and softer than black on cream. It is easier to look at for a long session, and it photographs well, which is part of why stained crimson has a following among people who set positions up to share. The trade is legibility in poor light, where a flat dark side would separate faster.
The board is 48.26cm square, which is 19 inches, with 55mm playing squares, 3mm of thickness and a weight of 500g. It folds in the middle, carries notation printed on the board, and is printed in brown against off-white. Notation earns its place on a study board more than on a display one, because it lets you follow a written line without counting files across the board with a finger.
The 55mm squares are generous for a 36mm king base, so the position sits with air around it rather than crowded. Thirty four pieces including two spare queens, plus the board. No storage box. Heavier timber pairings for the same pieces sit across our wood chess sets.
The pieces are the reason to buy this, and they are genuinely good: hand carved boxwood at an analysis scale with a stained crimson dark side that keeps its grain, which is a far more interesting object than the plastic most study sets are made from. The caveat is the board, and it is not a small one, because at 3mm and 500g the supplied surface is a folding one rather than a timber board, so treat it as the thing that gets you playing rather than the thing you keep. That makes this a good buy for someone building a study setup on a desk, or for a buyer who already has a board at home and wants the crimson pieces, and a poor buy for anyone who wants one purchase to sit out permanently in a living room.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
74mm (2.91 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
36mm (1.41 inch) |
|
Queen height |
58mm |
|
Bishop height |
40mm |
|
Knight height |
49mm |
|
Rook height |
41mm |
|
Pawn height |
33mm |
|
Dark pieces |
Stained crimson boxwood |
|
Light pieces |
Natural boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Lightly weighted |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
700g approximate |
|
Board size |
48.26cm x 48.26cm (19 inch) |
|
Board square size |
55mm |
|
Board thickness |
3mm |
|
Board construction |
Folding cardboard, brown and off-white squares |
|
Board weight |
500g approximate |
|
Board notation |
Notation printed on the board |
|
Pattern |
1930 Knubbel analysis reproduction |
|
Pieces origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in stained crimson and natural boxwood, including two spare queens
One 48cm folding chess board with 55mm squares and printed notation
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.
