Folding Chess Board - Luxury 15 Inch Chess Set Reviews

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About Jaques of London:

About Jaques of London:
In 1795 Thomas Jaques took on his 15-year-old son, John as an apprentice. Together they established ‘Thomas Jaques: Manufacturer of Ivory, Hardwoods, Bone and Tunbridge Ware’ in Hatton Garden. We have remained a family run business ever since, with the same unwavering passion for quality games and toys.

Today we are ever-expanding our toy range and have been honoured with over 10 awards in the past five years as a result. Our Mini Minds Hub launched in 2020 to encourage learning at home. This is now stocked with over 150 free resources. We’ve been working for over 230 years to fill the world with more joy and we hope to keep striving for that goal long into the future. Why not come along for the trip with us!

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Johanna Stewart

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“Good quality and a great present”

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Posted 6 years ago

Lindsay Cumen

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“I bought this to play with my 6 year old son. He loves it. The quality is fantastic, especially the packaging.There are two things that could be improved though. 1 There needs to be a clasphook or a magnet to help hold the board closed when not in use. 2 the individual pieces are very easy to knock over, and as such could do with a small metal plug or insert in the base to improve the balance.Overall its still a great set, and no regrets.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“The price is hard to beat. The packaging is really good and inventive. The board is lightweight yet it feels solid. The downside of the set really are the pieces, which could be a bit more bulky increasing the base diameter, most of all and heavy so they wouldnt wobble as much.”

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Posted 6 years ago

Aurina Lambert

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“This product let me down. I was very excited upon seeing the packaging was was even more excited to give it as a gift. Unfortunately when I opened up the case the boards quality was disheartening. I expected more from such a reputable brand. Areas very clearly had chipped lacquer or where it just had not been applied and it ruined the impact of the board.”

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Posted 6 years ago

Patricia Maguire

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“Bought as a gift for a 7 yr old, unfortunately first one had several quality flaws, but instant refund was given upon contact, and new one was sent via direct order from company. Very pleased with quality of customer service, and overall quality of product. However, there are issues with the quality control which, could lead to hit and miss on orders, particularly the board sitting flat and matching when opened, as even the replacement had some gapping, although acceptable. Would reccomend, but suggest dont do a last minute order to allow for possible issues”

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Posted 6 years ago

“It was brought as a present for my grandson”

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Posted 6 years ago

Tina Clifford

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“Sadly I have a busy family life and have missed the return window but had I not, this particular set would definitely be going back. It came well presented but once open, it looked like a well used item in terms of the board there were a number of dents in the surface. My son doesnt mind as hes only 7 but for the price I wouldve expected the quality to be a lot better hopefully it was just a one off”

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Posted 6 years ago

Holly Edwards

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“Good quality well made grandson loving it. Looks and smells fab real wood not plastic for a change.”

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Posted 6 years ago