Library Size Slide-Top Chess Box - House of Staunton - Looking At Several Chess Storage Options

[@JERRYR708]

I find beautiful wooden boxes at thrift stores for just a few dollars. Some are lockable with skeleton key and have felt. Jewelry boxes, music boxes, cigar boxes. I acquired a couple of Crown Royal cloth liquor bags that hold my plastic travel sets. You can get creative and repurpose.

[@hukes]

For those who keep their boards set up all the time on a table, be aware that light changes the color of wood overtime and you don't want circles of different color in your squares.

[@AlSuChess]

That's a great observation!

[@craigsilsbee4094]

Only for those whose boards see direct sunlight but it’s an excellent point.

[@juancarlosl4133]

Good video and advice. I loved the idea of the plastic-foamed box, very practical!

[@AlSuChess]

Thanks a lot! I am happy that my ideas could be of help to some people!

[@LeoHernandeznyc]

Thank you for the video. I enjoy the info you give.

[@AlSuChess]

Thanks a lot man, I am always looking for constructive feedback, anything you want to see more of, let me know!

[@LeoHernandeznyc]

@@AlSuChess I just started to follow your video trying to find (if they make it) solid hess pieces. I have chess pieces but the weights are loose....maybe you have already addressed it in previous videos but that's what brought me here...and so far loving the content. Thank you

[@abilash5768]

Hi there I absolutely love the viedoes and was wondering if you could do some more budget chess boards and pieces. Much love from nz

[@AlSuChess]

Yeah for sure! Are you looking for scholastic chess options?

[@abilash5768]

@@AlSuChess I dont mind as long as there is worldwide shipping at a reasonable price and the board Is good quality and made from wood.

[@tank.4496]

Nice box but it's a shame about the size, seems like they're going for the Jaques of London look with that style of label on the top. If you want check some pretty nice boxes that are quite cheap take a look at New Zealand Chess Supplies. They're similar to the HOS ones with hinged lid except they have a simple latch instead of the lock and key set up. They go for around $40 US but I'm not sure how much more you'll be looking at for shipping.

[@AlSuChess]

Those boxes do look really nice, I like the walnut large box. Seems that for shipping outside of New Zealand you have to contact them separately though.

[@zeeandzuzytwinsforever]

Great video. I've used to have the same problem but then I've ordered two folding boards with foam inserts from House of Chess India. They've cut the foam exactly for my chess pieces design.

[@AlSuChess]

How interesting! And the pieces don't move around?

[@zeeandzuzytwinsforever]

The pieces are sitting inside the foam cut and covered again with a foam sheet (the other side) when the board is closed. I've sent you some pics on Insta.

[@AlSuChess]

@@zeeandzuzytwinsforever Love it, thanks!

[@dmichelleh]

I just got my mahogany chess box today. It's beautiful but JUST barely fits my Preston Series chessmen which are wide bodied. I'd hate for them to be scratched. Even though they'll be more for display and play, I actually like the idea of the gun case should I need to store them! I just might do that. Thanks for the idea. :)

[@AlSuChess]

Yeah the gun case does work pretty well, just don't get one that's too small, otherwise they are fairly inexpensive and great to carry your pieces around!

[@parasverma1260]

What color of chess pieces do you recommend in house of staunton championship series

[@MrUnterward]

I wish they would make leather cases for your chess board to slide into. Mine is Kept in its box. Looks tatty with keep taking the board in and out.

[@AlSuChess]

Yeah I think that would be really nice! Leather or fake leather with some kind of inner padding to keep everything safe and snug!

[@demolicionesdemexico]

Could you make a review of the most beautifull chess set... the championship chess set?

[@AlSuChess]

I'll look into it! Where do I find that set?

[@demolicionesdemexico]

@@AlSuChess shop.worldchess.com/ Dont really have to.. but i thougt you have reviwed almost every traditional beautifull sets there are but... this special set with architectural propoetions and a bit different is missing 😉 (excuse my enflish).. Saludos greerings

[@AlSuChess]

@@demolicionesdemexico oh yeah! I've seen this set, very aesthetic set indeed, at some point I almost got this set. I might get this at some point, let the channel grow a bit and then get it.

[@outdoorswithunclesergey6293]

👍 :-)

[@dbronx347]

Even the smaller 2.875 sets they sell is a tough fit for that library box. I mean they will fit but you would always spend some time organizing each pieces back into the box. No thanks for me.

[@albertcadiz7000]

The niece, nephew and myself play with a couple old wooden and plastic sets which I got second hand back in the day. Those beloved pieces have been enjoyed for many years and have been dropped on every surface imaginable and even survived a Beagle attack. I also have my own "prized" sets that have a place of honor and also sees action. Like you, I have kept my shipping containers for storage but I read some players have used plastic tackle box containers made by Plano of Plano Illinois. These can be found in some department stores and also Dick's Sporting Goods, Cabela's or Bass Pro Shops. They have adjustable dividers to accommodate different size pieces. But for the knock around sets and for my plastic set I have used and still use wooden cigar boxes from the big box liquor store with cigar department or local cigar store. Many have a slide top or hinges. These come in many sizes and can be had for a dollar or two, sometimes free. Some of these boxes are exceptionally beautiful and well made and would complement a top tier set. I also use a Crown Royal Special Reserve drawstring bag especially for my plastic pieces. I throw the full bag into my backpack along with a folded silicone chessboard in a ziploc. The CR also takes the edge off a lost match!!! LOL Again great video. Looking forward to more!

[@AlSuChess]

Thanks for watching Albert! I didn't think of using cigar cases, that's brilliant! Some of the large wooden boxes that used to hold silverware are also usable, I come across them often at second hand stores like goodwill, people are not collecting silverware anymore so people throw the boxes out, and they are felted and padded, sometimes with extra compartments. I also heard some people say they use tackle containers, I might have to look and see for myself!

[@renannascimento2423]

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[@Yornek1]

really enjoy these chess videos pal, keep up the good work, love the pieces reviewed.

[@AlSuChess]

Thanks man! I'll be sure to get more content out when I have time!

[@Chess_Improvement]

hi, maybe it's meant for one color only

[@AlSuChess]

You know I thought the same thing also, but then reread the product description and it seems like it's intended for an entire set.

[@TrevorOFarrell]

Vid only available in 360p by the way.

[@AlSuChess]

Yeah I just set it to public release immediately, and the quality get uploaded over like two days, it should be 1080 at this point and probably 4k by tomorrow.

[@violinisthenry]

Are you able to put a half army of a 4.4inch king in the library chess box?

[@AlSuChess]

With very careful placement, but that wouldn't be practical, unless you wanted to get 4 of these small boxes for one chess set.

[@violinisthenry]

@@AlSuChess I brought the challenger set in the olive ash and rosewood wood set. I have those pieces in its own chess box. I had an issue with that set so I contact HOS Customer Service. I was able to get the Burmese blackwood at a discount price. Now I have 3 color in one chess set. I was hoping that I can put one color in one of the library box.

[@AlSuChess]

@@violinisthenry I see! Congrats on the challenger set, that's one I also was looking at, very attractive knights. That is a very large set, I wouldn't personally think that one side would NOT fit in that box, being that the set is so large, but I would probably contact HOS and ask just to be sure.

[@violinisthenry]

@@AlSuChess I emailed them yesterday and they said no. I hoping that you have the box you know big the box really is. I got the challenger set because I love how big the rooks are. In the description on the website it states how powerful the rook is. On the side note: I own 9 different sets from all different price points ($179-$1495) all in their 9 different chess boxes/cases. Again all from their $70 box to a $695. I would to share them with you.