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The knight is the whole reason this set carries its name. It has been carved from a single block of wood, so nothing about the horse is pieced together out of parts that were made separately.
A collector can follow that grain from the crest down into the base without it breaking anywhere. The rest of the army is quieter and lets the horse do the talking.
The king stands 99mm and the army is triple weighted, which puts real heft behind a move and a small definite sound behind a capture.
The dark side is ebony wood and the light side is boxwood. The contrast between the two is hard and clean, and a crowded position still reads easily from a chair across the table.
It sits in our staunton chess pieces collection.
Royal Knight is a Staunton built around its horse. Everything else in the army is the familiar outline held to properly, and then the knight arrives and gives the set its character.
The grain is the proof of it. A collector can follow it without the pattern breaking where one part of the piece meets the next.
Two spare queens travel with the army, one of each colour. Promote a second pawn in a long game and the board still shows a queen rather than an upturned rook standing in for one.
Weighting is where the rest of the effort went. There is enough mass in the army to keep a piece planted on its square, and that is what separates a set made to be played from one made to be shelved.
These pieces suit boards with squares of 55mm to 60mm. This king is in proportion at the foot, so the fit stays comfortable right across the range. Choose by the table you own, and go larger where the room allows.
Heft changes how a game feels in the hand. A piece with mass in it lands on a square and stays where it lands, and the move registers in the hand as well as on the board.
It changes how you handle a position too. You reach for a piece deliberately instead of flicking it, and the board stays tidy through a long session because nothing skitters sideways when it is set down.
The trade is portability. This is a substantial army and it is not the set to carry to a club in a shoulder bag every week of the year, which is worth knowing before it arrives.
Ebony wood is part of the same story. It is dense and dark, close to black wherever the light does not catch it, and against the boxwood opposite the pairing is a hard, clean one.
Looking after them is a simple job. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes hardwood check. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
Buy this one if the knight matters to you. That is the honest summary. The rest of the army is a well made Staunton doing its job quietly, and the horse is the piece you will show people.
The weight is the second reason, and it is not a small one. A triple weighted army makes a different kind of evening, and everyday play is exactly what this set was put together for.
The board it wants is a big one, and that is the practical catch. A window of 55mm to 60mm rules out a good many dining tables, so measure the board at home first.
Should a named historical pattern appeal more than a design built around a single piece, begin instead in our reproduction chess pieces.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 55mm to 60mm. Nothing about this king is out of proportion at the foot, so the whole range works and the deciding factor is the board you already have.
It is carved from a single block of wood rather than built up from separate parts. That is where its solidity comes from, and it is the difference you feel when you close a hand around the piece.
1,500 grams for the full army. The grade is Triple Weighted, and that is what gives the pieces the heft you feel the moment one is lifted.
Yes, and that is what it was designed around. The weighting is the reason: pieces this solid hold up to being handled night after night rather than being looked at.
34 chess pieces, including a spare queen of each colour. What is in the box is listed in full below.
No, neither one is included. This listing is the chessmen on their own, so a board and a box are both separate purchases. Match whatever board you buy to the square window in the specifications below.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
99mm high (3.9 inch), 44mm base |
|
Queen |
87mm high (3.4 inch), 39mm base |
|
Bishop |
75mm high (3.0 inch), 36mm base |
|
Knight |
70mm high (2.8 inch), 36mm base |
|
Rook |
61mm high (2.4 inch), 36mm base |
|
Pawn |
55mm high (2.2 inch), 31mm base |
|
Material |
Ebony wood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces |
|
King height |
99mm |
|
Weighting |
Triple Weighted |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm to 60mm (2.17 inch to 2.36 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
1,500 grams (3.3 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
34 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in ebony wood and boxwood, including a spare queen of each 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.
The knight is the whole reason this set carries its name. It has been carved from a single block of wood, so nothing about the horse is pieced together out of parts that were made separately.
A collector can follow that grain from the crest down into the base without it breaking anywhere. The rest of the army is quieter and lets the horse do the talking.
The king stands 99mm and the army is triple weighted, which puts real heft behind a move and a small definite sound behind a capture.
The dark side is ebony wood and the light side is boxwood. The contrast between the two is hard and clean, and a crowded position still reads easily from a chair across the table.
It sits in our staunton chess pieces collection.
Royal Knight is a Staunton built around its horse. Everything else in the army is the familiar outline held to properly, and then the knight arrives and gives the set its character.
The grain is the proof of it. A collector can follow it without the pattern breaking where one part of the piece meets the next.
Two spare queens travel with the army, one of each colour. Promote a second pawn in a long game and the board still shows a queen rather than an upturned rook standing in for one.
Weighting is where the rest of the effort went. There is enough mass in the army to keep a piece planted on its square, and that is what separates a set made to be played from one made to be shelved.
These pieces suit boards with squares of 55mm to 60mm. This king is in proportion at the foot, so the fit stays comfortable right across the range. Choose by the table you own, and go larger where the room allows.
Heft changes how a game feels in the hand. A piece with mass in it lands on a square and stays where it lands, and the move registers in the hand as well as on the board.
It changes how you handle a position too. You reach for a piece deliberately instead of flicking it, and the board stays tidy through a long session because nothing skitters sideways when it is set down.
The trade is portability. This is a substantial army and it is not the set to carry to a club in a shoulder bag every week of the year, which is worth knowing before it arrives.
Ebony wood is part of the same story. It is dense and dark, close to black wherever the light does not catch it, and against the boxwood opposite the pairing is a hard, clean one.
Looking after them is a simple job. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters, which is what makes hardwood check. Dust with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, polish and solvents alone.
Buy this one if the knight matters to you. That is the honest summary. The rest of the army is a well made Staunton doing its job quietly, and the horse is the piece you will show people.
The weight is the second reason, and it is not a small one. A triple weighted army makes a different kind of evening, and everyday play is exactly what this set was put together for.
The board it wants is a big one, and that is the practical catch. A window of 55mm to 60mm rules out a good many dining tables, so measure the board at home first.
Should a named historical pattern appeal more than a design built around a single piece, begin instead in our reproduction chess pieces.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
Squares of 55mm to 60mm. Nothing about this king is out of proportion at the foot, so the whole range works and the deciding factor is the board you already have.
It is carved from a single block of wood rather than built up from separate parts. That is where its solidity comes from, and it is the difference you feel when you close a hand around the piece.
1,500 grams for the full army. The grade is Triple Weighted, and that is what gives the pieces the heft you feel the moment one is lifted.
Yes, and that is what it was designed around. The weighting is the reason: pieces this solid hold up to being handled night after night rather than being looked at.
34 chess pieces, including a spare queen of each colour. What is in the box is listed in full below.
No, neither one is included. This listing is the chessmen on their own, so a board and a box are both separate purchases. Match whatever board you buy to the square window in the specifications below.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
99mm high (3.9 inch), 44mm base |
|
Queen |
87mm high (3.4 inch), 39mm base |
|
Bishop |
75mm high (3.0 inch), 36mm base |
|
Knight |
70mm high (2.8 inch), 36mm base |
|
Rook |
61mm high (2.4 inch), 36mm base |
|
Pawn |
55mm high (2.2 inch), 31mm base |
|
Material |
Ebony wood dark pieces, boxwood light pieces |
|
King height |
99mm |
|
Weighting |
Triple Weighted |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm to 60mm (2.17 inch to 2.36 inch) |
|
Total weight of pieces |
1,500 grams (3.3 lbs) |
|
Piece count |
34 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in ebony wood and boxwood, including a spare queen of each 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.
