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# 15" x 15" folding board Heavy-duty fold for easy storage 32 full-size Staunton pieces Chess - with Folding Board and Full Size Chess Pieces by Pressman

**Brand:** pressman
**Price:** £20.87
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## Summary

> ♟️ Elevate your game night with style and strategy!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Chess - with Folding Board and Full Size Chess Pieces by Pressman by pressman
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## Best For

- pressman enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pressman brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Durable plastic pieces and sturdy board designed for years of intense matches.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Heavy-duty folding board folds neatly for effortless storage and travel.
- • **Social Game Night Essential:** Bring friends or family together with a timeless game that never goes out of style.
- • **Perfect for All Skill Levels:** Ideal for beginners and seasoned players alike, ages 8 to adult.
- • **Classic Strategy, Modern Convenience:** Full-size Staunton pieces with a commanding 2.5" King for authentic gameplay.

## Overview

Pressman's Chess set features a 15" x 15" heavy-duty folding board and 32 full-size plastic Staunton pieces, including a 2.5" King. Designed for 2 players aged 8 and up, this durable set combines classic gameplay with convenient storage, perfect for both beginners and experienced players.

## Description

This is the perfect chess set to add to your family game collection. This set includes a folding chess board and full-size Staunton chess pieces, which features a 2.5" King. For 2 players, ages 8 and up.

Review: For the price it is good. - I bought this as a second/spare set to give my 35 year old E.S. Lowe set a break. I doubt this set is going to last 35 years but for the very low price it is fine. The board is large and I prefer the folding cardboard type of board that is included in this set to the vinyl ones. Squares are red and black as Pressman uses this same board for their checkers set. The pieces are large enough to move around comfortably and have slightly oversized bases. The king looks to be around 3 inches (I didn't measure it) and the pieces are hollow but the plastic is fairly heavy and I've played 7 games with the set without tipping over any pieces. The pieces come in plastic bags with strip off tops and can be stored in those inside the box after playing. A basic instruction sheet is also included. All in all this is of a typical "board game" quality like "Monopoly" or "Sorry" and is fine as a spare set, first set for a beginner, family game shelf, school set etc. It isn't anything impressive but I don't know of a better deal for a complete full size chess set. Pressman Toys donates large quantities of this particular set to schools who are starting chess clubs. It isn't fancy but its fine and you can play chess with it!
Review: Most Commonly Abused Game - I see a lot of negative reviews of this chess set, but that is because most people abuse it. If you use this chess set correctly, you are going to have more fun than you can ever imagine having with a chess set. Please read to the end of this review to maximize your fun from this one of a kind classic chess set. You will soon discover this particular chess become of your favorite games. First, let me say the wrong way to use this chess set begins as early as the opening, when players take turns developing their pieces to achieve a positional advantage going into a tactical middle game. Although this is what is known as "proper chess", it is more suitable for a double-weighted tournament chess set, or one of those fancy wooden sets from House of Staunton. The correct way to use this particular chess set is to play what is known as "Flick Chess". First, set the pieces up in classical fashion. Remember "white is on right" and "Queen on her color". Then, players take turns flicking one and only one chess piece at the opponents pieces. The goal, of course is to knock all of your opponent's pieces over before your opponent does the same to you. Pieces that have been knocked over or otherwise must be removed from the board are termed "fallen". Any piece that has been knocked off the board is also considered fallen. A draw or "stalemate" happens when a player knocks over the last of his or her opponent's pieces with his or her last piece. Between turns, players have a chance to "clear the battlefield", removing fallen pieces from the board. During this time any "blunders", where a player knocks over his or her own pieces, are forgiven, and the pieces may be restored. In war, the medics never kill healthy soldiers, why would it be any different in flick chess? That said, it is possible to blunder during your move, by knocking over your own pieces unintentionally. Blundered pieces are considered fallen and must be removed. Additionally, hitting the board with your hand, causing your opponent's pieces to fall over loses a turn, removes any of your own pieces that were flicked, and restores any of your opponents pieces that were disrupted. It is possible that a piece will "rebound" into a shooter's own pieces and knock them over. These pieces are "lost", a synonym for "considered fallen". One literal boundary case is when a piece slides to the edge of the board, but is still standing. If it is a genuine "leaner", it is lost. That is, if it is not perfectly vertical when sitting on the board, then it must be removed. A test for leaners on surfaces like carpet is to ever so gently lift the board and see if the piece goes up with the board. If it does not, then the piece is lost. Before a player moves, the player may arrange his or her own pieces and the opponent's pieces. His or her own pieces must be fully contained within the squares of their starting positions. Opponent's pieces can only be arranged such that they are placed in the absolute middle of their starting squares. If a player accidentally knocks over any piece while arranging, the player loses his or her turn. If the player knocks over his or her own pieces, those pieces are lost. If a player knocks over the opponent's pieces, those pieces are restored. House rules may vary on arrangement, but the original inception of Flick Chess allows arrangement as described. Terminology. A "hop" is when a piece flies over all of the opponent's pieces. A "duff" is when a piece completely misses all pieces, especially outside the A and H files. A "split" is when a player shoots between the opponents pieces, especially if they are on adjoining squares. "Sharp shooting" is the removal of the opponent's pieces by precise aim. "Royalty" is the Queen and King, especially both. "Majors" are back rank pieces.

## Features

- Chess is a two-player strategy game played on a checkered board with 64 squares arranged in an 8x8 grid
- Pressman Chess edition is perfect for both beginner and experienced players
- Features heavy-duty folding chess board for easy storage and years of play
- 32 black and ivory plastic Staunton chess pieces, with 2. 5" tall King
- Manufacturer recommends this game is suitable for ages 8 to adult, and for 2 players
- 15" x 15" folding board(32) plastic chess pieces

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005DVV0B4 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #385,450 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #9,943 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Brand Name | Pressman |
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable |
| Color | Chess |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 2,510 Reviews |
| Edition | Standard Edition |
| Educational Objective | Improving strategic thinking and problem-solving skills |
| Estimated Playing Time | 2 Hours |
| Game Mechanics | strategy |
| Genre | strategy |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00021853011241 |
| Included Components | Complete Instructions, Folding Chessboard, Full-Sized Plastic Staunton Chess Figures with 2.5" King |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Item Dimensions | 15 x 15 x 0.1 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 15"L x 15"W |
| Item Type Name | Game |
| Item Weight | 272.16 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Pressman |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1188.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 96.0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1124 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Minimum Age Recomendation | 96 |
| Model Number | 21251 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Players | 2 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Set Name | Pressman Chess |
| Size | standart |
| Sub Brand | (-) |
| Subject Character | (-) |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Sport |
| UPC | 021853011241 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this set available in any other colors?**
A: Hello John,     No this is the standard color for the set.Kind Regards,Customer ServiceS&S Worldwide

**Q: The manufacturer recommended age says "1 month to 16 years".    Lol.   What age do kids really start playing chess?  like 9?  Thanks-**
A: Teaching chess to kids is tricky.I have seen parents try to teach chess to their 2-3 year old kids with no success.We had a local kid who was 4-5 when he started playing and was competing with kids at a high level. (he also won the US national k-1 Ch this year.)before that at 2-3 years old he just watched his older brother play and during lessons , his parents just encouaged him to follow his interests but having an older sibling was a HUGE factor in his interest level.Let the child guide his interest, forcing kids to learn tends to create resentment. having them play 'fun' chess is great! 200 games against the easy computer, 5 min chess, bughouse, just play and move pieces!I learned chess when I was four. I don't think there's any age which would be too young, I think the earlier, the better.

**Q: How big are the squares?**
A: Thanks so much for your inquiry - we are happy to help! The unfolded board is about 15" x 15" and the individual squares are about 2-3/4" each. Please feel free to contact us directly for further assistance - http://support.goliathgames.com/homepage

**Q: Age range is 1-8 months. I'm 432 months, is that too old for this set?**
A: Well it is possible you may be old for this particular chess set Haha!  If you are looking for a basic set & not real concerned with longevity this set it is perfect!  In your age advancement in months might age you out for this chess set (haha)!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For the price it is good.
*by G***O on February 4, 2010*

I bought this as a second/spare set to give my 35 year old E.S. Lowe set a break. I doubt this set is going to last 35 years but for the very low price it is fine. The board is large and I prefer the folding cardboard type of board that is included in this set to the vinyl ones. Squares are red and black as Pressman uses this same board for their checkers set. The pieces are large enough to move around comfortably and have slightly oversized bases. The king looks to be around 3 inches (I didn't measure it) and the pieces are hollow but the plastic is fairly heavy and I've played 7 games with the set without tipping over any pieces. The pieces come in plastic bags with strip off tops and can be stored in those inside the box after playing. A basic instruction sheet is also included. All in all this is of a typical "board game" quality like "Monopoly" or "Sorry" and is fine as a spare set, first set for a beginner, family game shelf, school set etc. It isn't anything impressive but I don't know of a better deal for a complete full size chess set. Pressman Toys donates large quantities of this particular set to schools who are starting chess clubs. It isn't fancy but its fine and you can play chess with it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Most Commonly Abused Game
*by J***T on April 24, 2020*

I see a lot of negative reviews of this chess set, but that is because most people abuse it. If you use this chess set correctly, you are going to have more fun than you can ever imagine having with a chess set. Please read to the end of this review to maximize your fun from this one of a kind classic chess set. You will soon discover this particular chess become of your favorite games. First, let me say the wrong way to use this chess set begins as early as the opening, when players take turns developing their pieces to achieve a positional advantage going into a tactical middle game. Although this is what is known as "proper chess", it is more suitable for a double-weighted tournament chess set, or one of those fancy wooden sets from House of Staunton. The correct way to use this particular chess set is to play what is known as "Flick Chess". First, set the pieces up in classical fashion. Remember "white is on right" and "Queen on her color". Then, players take turns flicking one and only one chess piece at the opponents pieces. The goal, of course is to knock all of your opponent's pieces over before your opponent does the same to you. Pieces that have been knocked over or otherwise must be removed from the board are termed "fallen". Any piece that has been knocked off the board is also considered fallen. A draw or "stalemate" happens when a player knocks over the last of his or her opponent's pieces with his or her last piece. Between turns, players have a chance to "clear the battlefield", removing fallen pieces from the board. During this time any "blunders", where a player knocks over his or her own pieces, are forgiven, and the pieces may be restored. In war, the medics never kill healthy soldiers, why would it be any different in flick chess? That said, it is possible to blunder during your move, by knocking over your own pieces unintentionally. Blundered pieces are considered fallen and must be removed. Additionally, hitting the board with your hand, causing your opponent's pieces to fall over loses a turn, removes any of your own pieces that were flicked, and restores any of your opponents pieces that were disrupted. It is possible that a piece will "rebound" into a shooter's own pieces and knock them over. These pieces are "lost", a synonym for "considered fallen". One literal boundary case is when a piece slides to the edge of the board, but is still standing. If it is a genuine "leaner", it is lost. That is, if it is not perfectly vertical when sitting on the board, then it must be removed. A test for leaners on surfaces like carpet is to ever so gently lift the board and see if the piece goes up with the board. If it does not, then the piece is lost. Before a player moves, the player may arrange his or her own pieces and the opponent's pieces. His or her own pieces must be fully contained within the squares of their starting positions. Opponent's pieces can only be arranged such that they are placed in the absolute middle of their starting squares. If a player accidentally knocks over any piece while arranging, the player loses his or her turn. If the player knocks over his or her own pieces, those pieces are lost. If a player knocks over the opponent's pieces, those pieces are restored. House rules may vary on arrangement, but the original inception of Flick Chess allows arrangement as described. Terminology. A "hop" is when a piece flies over all of the opponent's pieces. A "duff" is when a piece completely misses all pieces, especially outside the A and H files. A "split" is when a player shoots between the opponents pieces, especially if they are on adjoining squares. "Sharp shooting" is the removal of the opponent's pieces by precise aim. "Royalty" is the Queen and King, especially both. "Majors" are back rank pieces.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Basic Chess Set, but a value for the price
*by K***. on December 26, 2020*

The board is actually about 15 x 15" and the pieces are a good proportional size for the board (both board and pieces are smaller than tournament regulations, but not tiny compared to other inexpensive sets I saw on Amazon) - all of which makes for a good beginner learning experience. The pieces are hollow molded plastic, very lightweight and easy to knock over, however they are Staunton in style, which is known around the world. The price of the set is reasonable to quality. All of these features make a good buy for a starter set. Mine arrived with all the correct pieces. I would have liked to have two additional Queens for Pawn promotions. I found a couple of errors in the instruction sheet; notified Pressman and got a response back they are having their team look at it! I gave only 4 stars because a better educational set would have numbering and letters on the edge for learning square identification/documentation and no errors in instructions. As others have mentioned, the board could easily be made of heavier card board that is more scratch resistant as well.

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