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The Borgov Gambit Chess Set combines 90 mm weighted Staunton chessmen in natural and ebonised boxwood with a substantial 50 cm anegre and maple chessboard. The chessmen are closely associated in style with the classic Eastern European tournament sets seen in The Queen's Gambit, including Beth Harmon's memorable final game against Russian champion Vasily Borgov.
Set Features
The Borgov Gambit Chessmen
The Borgov Gambit Chess Set takes its inspiration from one of the most recognisable styles of tournament chessmen associated with Eastern European chess. Simple, purposeful and beautifully proportioned, these pieces reflect a design tradition in which clarity on the board and ease of play were always more important than unnecessary ornamentation.
For viewers of The Queen's Gambit, the style will be immediately familiar. Similar tournament chessmen formed part of the visual atmosphere of the acclaimed series, most notably during Beth Harmon's climactic Moscow game against Russian World Champion Vasily Borgov.
We have therefore named this combination the Borgov Gambit Chess Set in recognition of that memorable chess setting and the enduring appeal of this particular tournament style.
90 mm Natural and Ebonised Boxwood Chess Pieces
The chessmen are crafted from quality boxwood, with the light army retaining the warm natural tone of the timber while the opposing pieces are finished in traditional ebonised black.
At 90 mm in king height, the set offers excellent proportions for serious play. The pieces are substantial enough to feel reassuring in the hand while remaining comfortably spaced on the accompanying 50 mm squares.
The restrained profiles, broad bases and clear silhouettes make each piece instantly recognisable across the board. It is precisely this balance between elegance and practicality that has made Eastern European tournament designs so popular among both players and collectors.
50 cm Anegre and Maple Chessboard
The Borgov chessmen are paired with an impressive 50 cm chessboard featuring generous 50 mm playing squares. These proportions provide excellent spacing around the 90 mm chessmen and create a comfortable, uncluttered playing area suitable for both casual and serious games.
The playing surface combines the lighter appearance of maple with the warm contrasting character of anegre. Specialist lithographic technology is used to produce the playing surface with exceptional consistency while retaining the visual warmth associated with a traditional wooden chessboard.
A contrasting avodire border frames the board and gives the overall presentation a more refined and classical appearance. The combination works particularly well with the natural and ebonised chessmen, producing a set with excellent visual balance.
Weighted and Felted for Serious Play
Each chess piece is weighted to provide increased stability and a satisfying playing feel. The additional weight helps keep the pieces securely planted on the board and makes them particularly enjoyable to handle during longer games.
The bases are finished with protective felt, allowing the chessmen to move smoothly across the board while helping to protect the playing surface from unnecessary wear.
Two additional queens are also supplied with the set, ensuring that both players have the correct additional piece available should a pawn reach the opposite side of the board and be promoted.
Inspired by the World of The Queen's Gambit
Few television dramas have captured the atmosphere of competitive chess as successfully as The Queen's Gambit. Its tournament halls, chess clocks, wooden boards and distinctive chessmen introduced a new generation to the visual character of classical international chess.
The final encounter between Beth Harmon and Vasily Borgov became one of the defining moments of the series. The understated tournament chess equipment used in that setting was entirely appropriate to the period, reflecting the practical designs historically favoured throughout Soviet and Eastern European competitive chess.
The Borgov Gambit Chess Set captures that same visual character. Combining distinctive tournament-style chessmen with a generously proportioned 50 cm board, it is equally suited to regular play, chess study or display and makes a particularly appealing choice for admirers of traditional tournament chess.
A Complete Official Staunton Tournament Set
With its 90 mm weighted and felted natural and ebonised boxwood chessmen, two additional queens and substantial 50 cm anegre and maple chessboard, the Borgov Gambit offers everything required for a proper game of chess.
The combination has been chosen carefully so that the dimensions of the pieces and board remain properly balanced. The 50 mm squares provide sufficient space around the chessmen while retaining the compact, purposeful appearance associated with traditional tournament equipment.
For players who appreciate the history and atmosphere of classical chess, or anyone drawn to the memorable chess settings portrayed in The Queen's Gambit, the Borgov Gambit Chess Set is a distinctive addition to the Official Staunton collection.
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