Large Best Magnetic Chess Set
Product Code: large-best-magnetic-chess-set$66.45
Normally: $69.95
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Large Magnetic Chess Set with Case
One of the most popular types of chess sets are magnetic ones – less for display and more for practicality, these sets are great for a chess player on the go. Magnetic Chess Sets feature smaller chess pieces for ease of transport, and strong magnets make them ideal for play while in a vehicle when there is a bump in the road or a little turbulence in the air.
The magnetic power of this large magnetic chess set is great - you can see the photo example where we hold the set at a 90 degree angle - no piece even slips! The set also comes with a zippered case that has felted, individual slot storage so you won't lose your chessmen. This large magnetic chess set is a must have for both advanced chess players and novices alike.
These sets are available in several sizes – from a miniature 6″ size to more reasonably 8″, 9 3/4″, and 11 3/4″ sizes based on your needs. The 8″ is great for analysis (if you’re playing by yourself) and one of the larger sizes is best if you’re going to be playing with a friend. The sets are available in a Black, Walnut or Rosewood Finish.
Made in India.
- King Height: 2 1/4"
- King Weight: 0.4 oz
- King Base: 1"
- Overall Board Dimensions: 11 3/4" x 11 3/4"
- Square Size: 1 3/16"
- Board Thickness: 1/2"
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13 Total Reviews
Very nice!!
Charlie
Location: USA
Date: November 27, 2024
Excellent size with strong magnets. No worries about jostling pieces awry. Only suggestion is a handle to allow making it easier to take it outside the home.
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Recommended
Great set for travel or home
blackkatz
Location:
Date: August 31, 2024
This was the set I was looking for. Something we could travel with but not too dinky for games at home. The board is beautiful and the magnetic pieces stick to the board nicely even with the magnets covered in felt, which gives them a nice silky movement across the squares. Well worth the money! Oh and Chess USA support is fantastic too!
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Recommended
Tom
Tom
Location: Ohio, USA
Date: January 16, 2024
Very pleased with the set. The set itself is beautiful and It's in a nice, secure case. In addition, there's a travel bag for the case.
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Rescue cat lady
Location: Montana/Arizona
Date: December 30, 2023
Kids and adults love it! Excellent For beginners. Next purchase will be larger size. The magnetic feature is great.
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Recommended
Great travel board
Doug B.
Location: Northern California
Date: December 11, 2023
I have the smaller version as well and both are great. I like the small one for travel. I use the larger one as an analysis board while on the road.
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Recommended
Large Best Magnetic Chess Set
First
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Date: November 29, 2023
Wanted a nice set that I could hold on my lap as I study games. This is perfect. Very sturdy and handsome, it works beautifully for my purposes or for playing live with friends. Excellent buy.
Recommended
Great Set for Game Analysis
Brion
Location: IL
Date: January 22, 2023
For 40 years I owned a similarly-sized Drueke chess set. But after our new puppy chewed the heads off two bishops., the search was on for a replacement. This large magnetic set has fit the bill perfectly. I often have it on my lap as I review games and the magnets keep the pieces firmly in place.
I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the set as well. The pieces are well-weighted, nicely finished, and have plush felt bottoms. The board is thick and rigid and also felted underneath. I also appreciate that the board has wide enough margins that I can place captured pieces off to one side, and still have them stick. Its not very often you find a magnetic set made with this eye toward quality. This is not your cheap travel set. It's really something to be proud of. I've not been disappointed.
Verified Buyer
Recommended
Very solid set
Location:
Date: January 10, 2023
I bought this set to replace my Drueke analysis set I’d owned for 40 years (until our new puppy chewed the heads off two bishops).
First, the board. It’s thick, has real heft, and is felted on the bottom. The board allows magnetic pieces to stick on its entire surface. This is handy because the captured pieces can stand securely along the border. Since my analysis set usually sits on my lap when reviewing games, I don’t have to bother putting the pieces back in the case or having them roll off a side table (and back into the jaws of our dog).
Second, the pieces. I was pleasantly surprised to find them very well weighted. Also nicely felted. The pieces are quite glossy (different from my old Drueke set) but is easy to get used to. They remain very firmly in place. I don’t think I’ll ever have to worry about them jostling off their squares.
All in all, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a magnetic set made with as much thoughtfulness as this. Definitely several steps above what many people might think of as a typical magnetic set.
Glad I bought it.
Recommended
Large best magnetic chess set with case
Larry
Location: Michigan
Date: December 23, 2022
Nice set. It's attractive, appears to be well made, and everything fits neatly inside. The only issue was that the outer nylon zippered bag was too tight, and extremely hard to remove and even harder to put back on over the set. I bought it as a gift for my grandson, but I will not include the outer zippered bag. With the zippered case, the extra cover is not necessary.
Verified Buyer
Recommended
The Large Magnetic Chess Set is a nice size for home use
Penguin
Location: Oregon
Date: December 20, 2021
This will be a Christmas present for a family just learning to play chess. The magnetic type seems like a good idea where there is an active 9 year old, and a curious dog in the midst of things! It looks to be very nice quality.
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Recommended
large magnetic travel chess set
felix
Location: TX
Date: October 23, 2020
ive used it a few times already and everyone that sees it wants one. i love it
Verified Buyer
Recommended
Looks ok
Daryl
Location: CA
Date: February 28, 2020
I bought this item for my son for his birthday. As of today I have yet to have him open it as it’s not his birthday yet. However, I did look over my purchase and as far as I can tail, Everything is good.
Verified Buyer
Recommended
Would recommend!
David
Location: IL
Date: September 8, 2019
Bought the large version and play ever night with my 3 1/2 year old. The magnets are not quite as strong as I had hoped but they still work quite well. The added bonus is as a piece is removed from the board they are easily placed back into their corresponding case slot. The piece base to square size ratio is nice and the finish of the board looks great and has a nice feel.
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Recommended
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