The Reykjavik Series Plastic Chess Pieces - 3.75" King
the Reykjavik II Series Plastic Chess set is a full tournament-sized Chess set, it features a 3.75" King with a 1.65" diameter base and is very heavily weighted.
The design of the Reykjavik II Chess set is an exact reproduction of the Chess set used by the legendary American Grandmaster Bobby Fischer when he won the 1972 World Chess Championship against the reigning World Champion Grandmaster Boris Spassky in Reykjavik, Iceland.
| Weighting |
Triple Weighted |
| King Height |
3.75'' inch / 9.53 cm |
| King Base Diameter |
1.65'' inch / 4.19 cm |
| Basepad Material |
Billiard Cloth |
| Material(s) |
Plastic |
| Median Set Weight |
36.4 ounces |
| Total Number of Pieces |
34 Chess Pieces, including 2 Additional Queens (for Pawn Promotion) |
| Chess Board Included? | The Chess Board featured is for photographic purposes only and must be purchased separately |
| Recommended Chess Board Size |
2.25" inch / 5.7 cm |
History of the Chess Pieces
The Chess set has been designed to withstand years of use (and abuse), as it lacks many of the ornate details commonly found on Chess Sets that can be susceptible to damage in the heat of battle. For example, the Chess set features reinforced Pawn collars and oversized Rook ramparts for unmatched durability. The Reykjavik II Series Chess set is ideal for those that are interested in both the historical importance of the game of Chess, as well as those looking for an attractive Chess set that is both economical and durable.
These Chessmen are new and each set consists of 34 Chessmen, 17 light and 17 dark (including the two additional Queens.)
THESE CHESSMEN ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ALL US CHESS FEDERATION TOURNAMENT PLAY.
Keep the chessboard dry at all times, and avoid any form of exposure to water.
Water damages the board.
Keep the board away from extreme temperatures,humidity, an air conditioner, and a fan.
Humidity makes your board expand and contract.
Keep the chessboard away from direct sunlight or harsh artificial light to avoid damages.
If the chessboard gets scratched,clean the smudges with a little damp piece of fabric.
If the chessboard feels sticky, wipe with a piece of cloth.
Dust regularly using a dry, soft piece of fabric.
Use beeswax or 3M polish once a monthfor the shine of the board as the boards have HV melamine lacquer coating on them.
Keep chess pieces away from humidity and heat.
It can cause cracking, discolouration, and warping of chess pieces.
Do not use 3M polish for chessmen.
Once your order is placed, our customer care team will follow up with an email confirmation. Please allow two business days to process the order. Additional time is needed during the holidays and weekends.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
Shipping may take up to 10 business days towards all international destinations. Our team provides tracking number as soon as the goods are dispatched and will monitor the delivery process. For any questions or concerns about delivery please contact shop@worldchess.com
SHIPPING TO THE UNITED STATES
US orders are shipped directly from our US warehouse, ensuring faster delivery with no additional duties, import taxes, or hidden fees at delivery.
CUSTOMS DUTY AND CUSTOMS CLEARANCE FEE
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