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Ever wondered why championship chess sets usually cost more than $500? Beyond their design for purpose, these sets stand as symbols of prestige, skill, and tradition in the world of competitive chess. In this blog post, we uncover the craftsmanship, materials, and heritage that contribute to their hefty cost. Championship chess sets are not ordinarily like the others but meticulously handcrafted to meet exacting standards of Fide tournaments. Typically made from high-quality materials like woods like ebony, sheesham, and maple which exude luxury and durability. Often, they're manufactured in specialized workshops and by skilled artisans, certified by FIDE Boards. The craftsmanship involved, the premium materials used, and the limited production scale are three key factors contributing to their expense. Championship chess sets represent excellence and passion within the chess community. While their price may seem steep, it reflects the dedication to quality and tradition that define...

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Historically, chess was not always black & white. There were different combination of colors in chess which were often influenced by the customs of the region and culture, the time period and its fashions etc. If you look at the origins of chess, in India, the colors of chess pieces were different. You may find chess set with pieces color of emerald and sixteen of ruby, i.e. the colors were green vs. red. These were for many centuries the predominant colors in traditional Indian chess sets.  In Europe the most popular chess sets were made from bone and ivory in the 19th century which include the export chess sets made in India and China for British colonial officers, they were in red and white, the red color were made from cochenille  was the most expensive dye available at that time.  The combination of black and white color has long history. In the Persian epic Shahnameh written around 1010 AD by the Persian poet Abu ʼl-Qasim Firdawsi. Firdawsi - Chatrang-namak, the...

Explore our tournament-quality plastic chess pieces and a silicone roll-up chess board, available online at chessbazaar India. Our exquisite collection boasts high-quality, weighted pieces, ideal for chess clubs and on-the-go games. Visit us today to buy plastic chess sets and take your chess play to the next level!

In this guide, we'll explore the essential elements for your steady improvement. From mastering various time variants to honing tactical vision and understanding the nuances of endgame and psychology, every step you take will bring you closer to chess mastery. Play lots of game but with different time variants: from the deliberate pace of 10-minute games to the blitz games, each offers unique challenges and opportunities for growth. Play with different time controls to refine your skills and adaptability. One of the important part in chess improvement is the "Tactical vision" which is like the bedrock of a strong chess foundation. Dedicate time to solving puzzles regularly to sharpen your tactical acumen. I highly recommend 'The Art of Attack in Chess' by Vladimir Vukovic, it has many challenging puzzles that will stretch your strategic thinking to its limits. Endgame, after all the opening and middle game you are now at last stage to win the game, where the subtl...

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Today, we're diving into one of the most debated topics in the world of chess board openings: The French Defense vs. The Sicilian Defense. Both are perfectly conventional and recommending one in this case is not even based on style, but rather how comfortable you feel in each after reviewing the lines. The Sicilian Defense. It's known for its sharp and diverse nature, offering Black various repertoires to choose from. From the Accelerated Dragon to the Najdorf, there's something for every player. Some variations, like the Accelerated Dragon, focus on punishing White's mistakes, while others prioritize positional play and maneuvering. Open Sicilian defense opening 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 Nf6 5.Nc3 a6 On the other side of the board, we have the French Defense. Sharp to a lesser extent, but always requiring Black to be ready for a counterattacking game. Outside of the exchange line, the French Defense is virtually always about counterattacking, putting the press...