About Tournament No. 5 Chess Set

Tournament No. 5 Chess Set is the classic “sweet spot” of tournament sets: large enough to feel professional and comfortable in play, yet still practical to store and take to the club. No. 5 is also the most popular Tournament Chess size, and it’s easy to see why—good proportions, solid presence, and a folding case that keeps everything organized.

The set includes Staunton №5 Chess Pieces - 90mm king for stable, confident handling. Inside the folding case you’ll find a precisely fitted insert with individual indentations for each piece, including the additional hetmans (extra queens). These extra queens make promotions effortless and keep the game flowing—especially useful in training, rapid games, and tournament-style play.

The folding case is inlaid with mahogany and sycamore, giving it a refined, premium look that feels right at home on a serious chess table.

Why this set is the go-to tournament size

• No. 5 is the most popular tournament size: comfortable, balanced, and practical

• Weighted hornbeam Staunton No. 5 pieces for stable placement and smooth play

• Additional hetmans (extra queens) included for easy promotion and faster game flow

• Folding case with mahogany + sycamore intarsia for a premium finish

• Individual compartments keep pieces protected, organized, and ready to travel

What’s included

• Folding wooden chess case/board with intarsia inlay

• 34 chess pieces total:

  • 32 standard pieces

  • 2 additional hetmans (extra queens)

Specifications

Set details

Detail	Specification
Set type	Tournament / professional folding set
Size	No. 5
Total pieces	34 (includes additional hetmans)
Pieces	Staunton No. 5
Pieces material	Hornbeam wood
Pieces	Weighted
King height	90 mm (3.54 in)

Case & materials

Detail	Specification
Case size	490 × 245 × 65 mm
Weight	1.93 kg (4.25 lbs)
Materials	Beech, birch, mahogany, sycamore
Case detail	Mahogany + sycamore intarsia
Storage	Insert with indentations for all pieces + extra queens