This chess set combines the superb Victoria Series Staunton chessmen with our deluxe walnut chess board, a match made in heaven that looks utterly fantastic. The chess pieces have been expertly crafted from graded sheesham and boxwood, are double weighted and have excellent balance. They have tall and elegant proportions and have been finished off with a natural polish that is flawless. The uniformity of the pieces is outstanding, all of the four knights are uniform and you will not find a set with better consistency for the price.   The chess board has been manufactured to exacting tolerances using veneers of fine walnut and maple, it features a satin finish that is robust enough to withstand many years of chess playing. In fact the satin finish on the board stands in the most amazing contrast to the natural shine of the hardwood chessmen which results in a highly attractive match of board & pieces. The dimensions, finish and specification of the board have been made without compromise, it\'s the ideal partner for the superb chessmen that adorn it.