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Here are 7 chess equipment every player should own:

Chess Set
Chess Board
Chess Table
Chess Piece
Chess Clock
Travel Chess Bag
Score Sheets

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Different Chess Equipment
1. Chess set
chess set
The set includes the board plus all other pieces (pawns, bishops, rooks, knights, the king, and the queen). Chess sets are aesthetically attractive and sleekly designed. The color and sizes of pieces are precisely chosen to match and contrast with the board’s squares. Chess sets come in special travel versions, which are perfect for use during train, plane, or car trips.

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These sets usually have pegged or magnetic pieces and a separate section or pocket to store the remaining pieces. For people who want to add a “fun touch” to their gaming experience, they can opt for themed sets, which have special motifs and designed armies that can battle each other. These pieces are custom-made.

You can find examples, like cats versus dogs, cowboys versus Indians, or other traditional rivals. These pieces not only look more decorative on the board, but they make the game fun and thrilling. These special sets, however, aren’t suitable for matches or tournaments. Imagine playing a tournament with a custom board. You would have to repeatedly ask the arbiter, “Sorry, which one is the knight again?”

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2. The Chess Board
chess board
On the chessboard, the squares are 1.25 inches, and the size of the king’s base is 1.3 inches (approx. 65mm). Squares with a size of 57mm are usually ideal for pieces in this age range. The darker squares on the chessboard can vary from black to dark green, or brown the lighter colored squares can either be white or off-white in color.

Although most chessboards have standard white and black squares, you can also find special ones made from black and red squares. Though this looks attractive, most players have said that these colors tend to strain eyes during a play. For tournaments, special chess boards are made, which means they are built right into gaming tables.

Like a standard chessboard, the squares must have the right dimensions, and they should have adequate spaces or borders to place countdown timers and all captured chess pieces.

Most boards have coordinates printed on the sides, which show the algebraic notations for the squares. These come in handy for both amateur and professional players, giving an idea of which square each piece moves on to. These days, the most common choice among all players is the vinyl rollup board.

3. Chess Tables
chess table
For tournaments, the size of the table must have a minimum length twice that of an actual chessboard, and the width should be 15 to 20 centimeters more than that of a chessboard. For FIDE tournaments, players must use a table that is 120 by 80 centimeters. For both players, the height of the table and chair has to be comfortable. It is necessary that chairs and tables do not make any noise while players play.

4. Chess Pieces
chess pieces
In 1849, the first-ever original pieces created were referred to as “Staunton chess pieces.” They are still the standard ones used in all matches and may be made out of plastic or wooden materials. They are usually white or black. Sometimes, you will find them in other colors, like dark wood or red.

Even though colors may vary, players still refer to them as “black” or “white.” On a standard chessboard, the king must be 85 to 105 millimeters tall (this is about 3.35 to 4.13 inches). The diameter of the king has to be approximately 50% of its actual height. All other pieces need to be proportional to the king. This means pieces have to be well-balanced for height, width, and shape.

For beginners, you will find special pieces that have legal moves printed on the individual pieces. This makes it easier for beginners, like training wheels on a bicycle. Beginners quickly replace these introductory sets with normal ones. When not in use, it is important to store pieces in some kind of container or pouch. Appropriate storage increases the lifespan of a chess set, and also makes it easier for people to transport it. Sometimes, you may also find special custom-made or personalized gift boxes, which are ideal gifts for chess players.
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