A NetShops exclusive, the WorldWise Imports Sheesham Philippine Chessmen Set on Hazelnut and Maple Board features a gorgeous thin-framed board made in Spain with two-inch squares constructed from hazelnut and maple veneers. The traditional Philippine-design chessmen are made in India, weighted, and felted.
The dark chessmen are made from gorgeous sheesham wood, a tight-grained hardwood with hints of dark and light highlights. Sheesham carves well and makes an excellent choice of material for dark chess pieces. The light chessmen are made from boxwood, a fine-grained hardwood with an ivory appearance and a natural luster. The king stands 4.5 inches tall with a base diameter of 1.5 inches. Board dimensions: 17.3L x 17.3W x 4.5H inches.
WorldWise Imports has created a unique line of chess sets that combine wood boards and men ready for display and sale in presentation boxes. These sets range from moderate to high-end in a variety of sizes and styles. In addition to chess, WorldWise Imports carries traditional games such as Go, Sudoku, Cribbage, Mah Jongg, party games, and a wide variety of home gambling items and accessories.
