Gifts for the Avid Chess Fan

December 30, 2009 by Chess-Master  
Filed under Chess, Chess Boards

My dad has been playing chess since before he could walk, and he knows all of the nuances of the game. It is not even fun to play with him, as he usually has my king under siege within the first ten moves. As can be imagined, he has nearly every chess book and piece [...]

Genuine Leather

December 4, 2009 by Chess-Master  
Filed under Chess, Chess Boards, Chess Pieces, Chess Sets

Chess boards come in a variety of different materials. Some are made from wood, some from marble, some from resin, some from glass and other materials. One of my favorite chess board materials is pressed leather. I love the feel of the leather, the look of the leather and the smell of the leather.
Customizing a [...]