How do you choose a wooden chess set?
Before comparing models, a few simple markers for choosing a wooden chess set that will really match how you use it.
The criteria that really count
A wooden chess set is rarely chosen on looks alone. Four criteria come up almost every time:
- Use: a set that lives on a living-room table does not face the same constraints as one taken on holiday or lent to a club.
- Storage: a folding board that doubles as its own box saves you having an extra accessory to keep.
- Size of the pieces: the bigger the board, the more comfortable the pieces are to handle and to look at.
- Budget: the price follows the size and finish of the board fairly directly — details are shown on each product page.
The two families at Orac Games
Our range splits into two distinct uses: the Touriste range, made for travel and a compact format, and the larger Senator and Ambassador ranges, made to stay put in a home.
Model comparison
| Model | Format | Dimensions | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touriste 27 cm | Travel | 29 × 15 × 5 cm | 0.525 kg |
| Touriste 32 cm | Travel, more comfort | 32 × 17.5 × 5 cm | 0.8 kg |
| Senator | Home | 41.5 × 21.8 × 6 cm | 1.13 kg |
| Ambassador | Home / decoration | 54 × 27 × 6 cm | 2.5 kg |
Prices are shown on each product page.
For whom, for what occasion?
A Touriste format suits a first chess set, an affordable gift, or a player who travels often. A Senator or an Ambassador is better suited to someone who already has a place for a permanent set, or for a more striking gift.
Frequently asked questions
Do all models include the pieces?
Yes, every chess set comes with its 32 pieces (16 white, 16 black).
How are the pieces stored?
Each board folds and serves as its own storage box; no extra accessory is needed.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, the difference between models is one of format and finish, not of playing difficulty.
Going further: travel, home or decoration, taking up chess again. Discover the whole selection of chess sets or our gift ideas.