About Staunton Europe No. 5 Weighted Chess Pieces Black

Staunton Europe No. 5 Weighted Chess Pieces Black are premium wooden pieces designed for stable, confident play and clear piece recognition. Each piece is internally weighted, giving it a secure, balanced feel on the board—steady when placed, yet smooth to move during faster games.

This set includes extra queens for both colors, so you’re always ready for promotion without workarounds. Choose between a matte finish for a calmer, low-glare look or a glossy finish for a sharper, more polished presentation.

Why players choose these pieces

• Internally weighted for stability and a controlled feel

• Staunton Europe No. 5 profile: classic, readable silhouettes

• Extra queens included (one per color) for easy promotion

• Matte or glossy finish options to match your preference

• Felted bases help protect the board and improve glide

• Pine wooden box with special packaging for safe storage

Choose your finish

• Matte: reduced glare, understated look

• Glossy: brighter contrast, more “display-ready” appearance

What’s included

• 32 chess pieces (natural + black)

• 2 extra queens (one per color)

Specifications

Detail	Specification
Style	Staunton Europe No. 5
Color	Natural / Black
Material	Guatambu wood
Weighting	Internally weighted
King height	89 mm
Finish options	Matte or glossy
Base felt	Beige felt (natural pieces) + black felt (black pieces)
Extras	Extra queen included (one per color)

Presentation

• Pine wooden box with a sliding lid

• Special protective packaging for these weighted pieces