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A compact kit built around the German Knight: a knight cut with a straighter neck and the head set low and forward, muzzle angled down toward the board, rather than the reared profile of the English Staunton horse. It became the club standard across Germany and central Europe.
Here it comes at 76mm in ebonised and natural boxwood, with a 37cm timber board of 38mm squares and a leatherette drawstring pouch. Everything needed to play, in something that packs into a bag.
The pieces are weighted with an iron stud in every base and felted, so this is a small set rather than a cheap one. Sits in our Staunton chess pieces range.
The same German Knight pattern is listed separately as pieces only at 77mm, in a choice of sheesham or ebonised. If you already own a board with 40mm to 45mm squares, that is the cheaper way in.
What this listing adds is a matched 37cm board and a pouch, which between them turn a set of pieces into something you can carry to a club or leave in a bag. The board is timber rather than card, 12mm thick, so it lays flat and lasts.
The one difference to be aware of: the pieces-only listing offers both timbers, while this set is ebonised only. If you want the German Knight in sheesham with a board, that combination is not currently available. Other boards sit across our chess boards collection.
The differences are small in millimetres and obvious on a board. The neck is straighter and less arched, the head sits lower and reaches further forward, and the muzzle points down rather than out. Where the Staunton knight looks like it is rearing, the German one looks like it is grazing.
Practically, the lower profile means less of the piece sticks out to be knocked off a crowded board, which is part of why the pattern became a club standard. Aesthetically it gives a calmer back rank, because the knights do not draw the eye the way a high headed carving does.
Ebonised means boxwood dyed and finished black rather than genuine ebony heartwood. It gives an even, uniform black with no grain figure, and against natural boxwood it produces a hard, fast reading contrast that suits quick games.
Two things follow. It costs a fraction of genuine ebony, which is why a complete set with a timber board lands where it does. And because the colour sits at the surface, a deep chip will show pale wood underneath and the high points can lighten over many years of handling. A dry cloth and no direct sun is most of the care it needs.
The pouch is leatherette with a drawstring, sized for the pieces rather than the board. The board travels alongside it. Together the kit is compact enough for a bag without special packing.
Thirty eight millimetre squares are small, so this is a set for casual and travel play rather than long serious games where reading a crowded position matters. The same pattern in a full sized 96mm set with a board is listed separately, and single boards sit across our chess boards collection.
This is a well judged travel kit. You get a genuine club pattern, properly weighted ebonised pieces, a timber board rather than card, and a pouch to put it all in, which is more than most compact sets manage. The German Knight also happens to suit the format: a low, forward head is harder to knock over and easier to pack than a reared Staunton horse. Two honest limits. Thirty eight millimetre squares crowd quickly once a middlegame develops, so this is not the set for a long serious game. And ebonising is a surface treatment, so expect the high points to lighten after years of handling in a way genuine ebony would not. Buy it as the set that lives in a bag, and it does that job better than anything else at the size.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
37cm x 37cm with 38mm squares, 12mm thick, in sheesham and boxwood. It is solid timber rather than card.
No. The dark pieces are ebonised boxwood, dyed and finished black. That gives an even black with no grain figure, and it is why a complete set with a timber board sits at this price.
A knight carved with a straighter neck and the head set lower and further forward, muzzle angled down toward the board, rather than the reared profile of the English Staunton horse. It became the club standard in Germany and central Europe.
Leatherette, with a drawstring closure. It is sized for the pieces; the board travels alongside it.
Not as a set. The pieces are available separately in both sheesham and ebonised at 77mm, and there is a full sized 96mm sheesham set with a board listed on its own.
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Spec |
Detail |
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King height |
76mm (3.0 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
30mm (1.2 inch) |
|
Queen height |
65mm (2.6 inch) |
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Queen base diameter |
30mm (1.2 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
57mm (2.2 inch) |
|
Knight height |
56mm (2.2 inch) |
|
Rook height |
39mm (1.5 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
39mm (1.5 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
26mm (1.0 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Dark pieces |
Ebonised boxwood |
|
Light pieces |
Natural boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, thick green felt on every base |
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Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
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Chess pieces weight |
560g approximate |
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Board size |
37cm x 37cm (14.5 inch) |
|
Board square size |
38mm (1.49 inch) |
|
Board thickness |
12mm |
|
Board construction |
Sheesham and boxwood, 1,100g |
|
Pouch |
Leatherette with a drawstring closure |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One 37cm sheesham and boxwood chess board with 38mm squares
One leatherette drawstring pouch
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.
A compact kit built around the German Knight: a knight cut with a straighter neck and the head set low and forward, muzzle angled down toward the board, rather than the reared profile of the English Staunton horse. It became the club standard across Germany and central Europe.
Here it comes at 76mm in ebonised and natural boxwood, with a 37cm timber board of 38mm squares and a leatherette drawstring pouch. Everything needed to play, in something that packs into a bag.
The pieces are weighted with an iron stud in every base and felted, so this is a small set rather than a cheap one. Sits in our Staunton chess pieces range.
The same German Knight pattern is listed separately as pieces only at 77mm, in a choice of sheesham or ebonised. If you already own a board with 40mm to 45mm squares, that is the cheaper way in.
What this listing adds is a matched 37cm board and a pouch, which between them turn a set of pieces into something you can carry to a club or leave in a bag. The board is timber rather than card, 12mm thick, so it lays flat and lasts.
The one difference to be aware of: the pieces-only listing offers both timbers, while this set is ebonised only. If you want the German Knight in sheesham with a board, that combination is not currently available. Other boards sit across our chess boards collection.
The differences are small in millimetres and obvious on a board. The neck is straighter and less arched, the head sits lower and reaches further forward, and the muzzle points down rather than out. Where the Staunton knight looks like it is rearing, the German one looks like it is grazing.
Practically, the lower profile means less of the piece sticks out to be knocked off a crowded board, which is part of why the pattern became a club standard. Aesthetically it gives a calmer back rank, because the knights do not draw the eye the way a high headed carving does.
Ebonised means boxwood dyed and finished black rather than genuine ebony heartwood. It gives an even, uniform black with no grain figure, and against natural boxwood it produces a hard, fast reading contrast that suits quick games.
Two things follow. It costs a fraction of genuine ebony, which is why a complete set with a timber board lands where it does. And because the colour sits at the surface, a deep chip will show pale wood underneath and the high points can lighten over many years of handling. A dry cloth and no direct sun is most of the care it needs.
The pouch is leatherette with a drawstring, sized for the pieces rather than the board. The board travels alongside it. Together the kit is compact enough for a bag without special packing.
Thirty eight millimetre squares are small, so this is a set for casual and travel play rather than long serious games where reading a crowded position matters. The same pattern in a full sized 96mm set with a board is listed separately, and single boards sit across our chess boards collection.
This is a well judged travel kit. You get a genuine club pattern, properly weighted ebonised pieces, a timber board rather than card, and a pouch to put it all in, which is more than most compact sets manage. The German Knight also happens to suit the format: a low, forward head is harder to knock over and easier to pack than a reared Staunton horse. Two honest limits. Thirty eight millimetre squares crowd quickly once a middlegame develops, so this is not the set for a long serious game. And ebonising is a surface treatment, so expect the high points to lighten after years of handling in a way genuine ebony would not. Buy it as the set that lives in a bag, and it does that job better than anything else at the size.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
37cm x 37cm with 38mm squares, 12mm thick, in sheesham and boxwood. It is solid timber rather than card.
No. The dark pieces are ebonised boxwood, dyed and finished black. That gives an even black with no grain figure, and it is why a complete set with a timber board sits at this price.
A knight carved with a straighter neck and the head set lower and further forward, muzzle angled down toward the board, rather than the reared profile of the English Staunton horse. It became the club standard in Germany and central Europe.
Leatherette, with a drawstring closure. It is sized for the pieces; the board travels alongside it.
Not as a set. The pieces are available separately in both sheesham and ebonised at 77mm, and there is a full sized 96mm sheesham set with a board listed on its own.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King height |
76mm (3.0 inch) |
|
King base diameter |
30mm (1.2 inch) |
|
Queen height |
65mm (2.6 inch) |
|
Queen base diameter |
30mm (1.2 inch) |
|
Bishop height |
57mm (2.2 inch) |
|
Knight height |
56mm (2.2 inch) |
|
Rook height |
39mm (1.5 inch) |
|
Pawn height |
39mm (1.5 inch) |
|
Officer base diameter |
26mm (1.0 inch), bishop, knight and rook |
|
Dark pieces |
Ebonised boxwood |
|
Light pieces |
Natural boxwood |
|
Weighting |
Weighted, thick green felt on every base |
|
Piece count |
34, including two spare queens |
|
Chess pieces weight |
560g approximate |
|
Board size |
37cm x 37cm (14.5 inch) |
|
Board square size |
38mm (1.49 inch) |
|
Board thickness |
12mm |
|
Board construction |
Sheesham and boxwood, 1,100g |
|
Pouch |
Leatherette with a drawstring closure |
|
Origin |
Hand carved in India |
|
Storage box |
Not included |
34 chess pieces, including two spare queens
One 37cm sheesham and boxwood chess board with 38mm squares
One leatherette drawstring pouch
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.
