Folding Chess Board - Luxury 15 Inch Chess Set Reviews

4.1 Rating 685 Reviews

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About Jaques of London:
In 1795 Thomas Jaques took on his 15-year-old son, John as an apprentice. Together they established ‘Thomas Jaques: Manufacturer of Ivory, Hardwoods, Bone and Tunbridge Ware’ in Hatton Garden. We have remained a family run business ever since, with the same unwavering passion for quality games and toys.

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“Whilst it isnt exactly expensive at 30 for the 15 board, it does feel cheap for the money. The set is well presented but the pieces are as light as a feather and the board doesnt sit flush when opened because of the hinge.I see a lot of 5 star reviews here from people who have bought the item as a gift. If you actually had to use the set for its intended purpose you might think differently about it.If I could be bothered sending it back I would.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Good size board. It is not perfectly crafted but it is quite good for the price. Delivered sooner than expected and packed well.”

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Posted 6 years ago

Sarah Brennan

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“Unfortunately, this second order also had to be returned because there were serious defects just like the first order of the item, which also had to be returned. The design and packaging are impressive, as are the figures, which are very well made and give a highquality impression. In my personal opinion, this item should not necessarily be offered as a quality item. However, the price is reasonable. If you can and want to overlook such defects, I would recommend buying it. I would advise everyone else who cares about workmanship and quality not to buy it.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“The chess set has cosmetic damage to the board, a fairly large and deep scratch.The lacquer applied to the pieces is also starting to come off as its soft as though it hasnt set yet.The edges of the board dont line up correctly when unfolded.Not very impressed for 30”

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Posted 6 years ago

Claire Killough

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“This is a cheap chess set . The pieces are poorly formed and are too easy to knock over.It is not an elegant set.The case, box and presentation are excellent. Shame a little bit more effort could have been spent on the pieces.”

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Posted 6 years ago

Christopher Beedham

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“A bit disappointed with this chess set and was expecting more. The pieces are very light and fall over too easily. The board looks nice but is out of joint. All in all, had I tried before buying this is not one I would have chosen given the big name in chess that Jaques gives themselves.”

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Posted 6 years ago

Robert Davies

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“Looks good and reasonable value for money. Would be better if the pieces had more weight to them, but not too bad”

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Posted 6 years ago

Stephanie Stevens

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“Great service and value for a very good product delivered on time.The lost star the elastic holding the chess pieces is too slack to hold them in place .They fall into box which is disappointing.Assume it is possible to rectify this?Ideas please. Ernie Finch”

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Posted 6 years ago