SOLID CONSTRUCTION BOARD: The chess board is made of premium quality solid wood with a veneer finish and a felt lined interior, hold closed with a pair of durable brass locks and portable with a wooden handle. FELTED STORAGE FOR PIECES: The interior of the folding chess board are lined with felt to protect the pieces during storage. Pieces are stored with elastic holders to prevent them from moving and scratching when traveling or carrying around. PLAY ON-THE-GO: The wooden chess board is very portable, measuring 15"L x 7.5"W x 2"H when closed and can be easily carried around from homes to schools to parks with a wooden handle, perfect to play on the go as a travel set. FOR NEW AND INTERMEDIATE PLAYERS: The King is 3" tall with a 1" base. The squares measures 1 3/4" with a 15" board. Designed for beginners to intermediate players, this chess set is a classic game suitable for children and teens to learn to play and enthusiastic players to challenge each other. STERLING QUALITY GUARANTEED: The pieces are all hand crafted Staunton style pieces. Sterling Games has been designing and making chess sets for over 20 years and guarantees the quality of the material and the durability of this best selling chess set.