10 best military chess sets

Military chess sets are specialized chess sets that are designed to resemble various armies or historical periods. They often feature detailed, hand-painted pieces that represent soldiers, weapons, and equipment from different branches of the military. Here are some key points about military chess sets:

  1. Design: Military chess sets come in various designs, with each piece representing a different type of military unit. For example, pawns may be represented by infantry soldiers, while the more powerful pieces could be tanks, helicopters, or other military vehicles.

  2. Historical Themes: Many military chess sets are themed around specific historical periods or conflicts. For example, sets may be designed to represent armies from ancient civilizations, World War II, or even fictional battles from popular culture.

  3. Material: These sets are often crafted from high-quality materials like wood, metal, or resin. The pieces are typically hand-painted to add intricate details and make them visually appealing.

  4. Collectible Items: Some military chess sets are considered collectible items, especially if they are produced in limited quantities or feature intricate craftsmanship. Collectors may be drawn to sets that are associated with famous battles or military leaders.

  5. Educational Value: Military chess sets can also serve an educational purpose, as they can be used to teach history and strategy.Players can learn about different military units and their roles in various conflicts while enjoying a game of chess.

  6. Display Pieces: Due to their detailed and aesthetically pleasing design, military chess sets are often used as decorative or display pieces. They can be showcased in homes, offices, or even in military-themed establishments.

  7. Variations: There are many variations of military chess sets, ranging from sets featuring traditional armies (e.g., American, Russian, etc.) to sets representing fictional universes like science fiction or fantasy armies.

  8. Availability: Military chess sets can be found in specialty board game stores, online retailers, and sometimes in stores that cater to collectors or enthusiasts of military history.

  9. Customization: Some companies offer the option to customize military chess sets, allowing customers to choose specific pieces or themes based on their preferences.

It's worth noting that while military chess sets can be visually striking and historically interesting, they are still used to play standard chess. The different designs of the pieces do not change the rules or gameplay of the traditional game.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best military chess sets on the market
  

Russian Chess Set Russian Dolls - Themed Chess Board Game Napoleonic Wars of 1812 Borodino Battle - Military Strategy Chess Set Matryoshka Nesting Doll Soldiers Chess Pieces Wood Decor

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Product description

Handpainted Themed Chess Set Russian wooden toys soldiers will be a premium gift not only for masters, beginners, or professional players but also for lovers of beautiful retro vintage art things. The main theme of chess set napoleons russian campaign 1812 and Borodino Battle. There are russian and french armies, Napoleon Bonaparte with Josephine, Russian general Kutuzov.

Hand painted chess set characterized by high-quality workmanship. Handmade Nesting Dolls Chess Set is ornament painted, varnished, decorated, and finished by hand.

Modern colorful napoleon chess toys will be cool funny gifts for kids and chess collectors. You can organize the best offline tournaments and creative or classical championship in your family.

King height of 3.4 inches (8.5 cm). The height of the pawn is 2 inches (5 cm)

There are 32 chess pieces in the set

The size of the chessboard is 12 inches (30 cm)

The chessboard case is lined with velvet-like materials inside

Click the button at the top to order the Russian Wooden Napoleon Chess set with themed Nesting Dolls!

  • This military themed chess set portrays nesting dolls dressed in colored russian and napoleonic soldier costume. Main theme of chess board Napoleonic Wars of 1812 Borodino Battle
  • The foldable art chess board adopts high-quality pine wood, which makes it durable for use. The board folds into a storage box, everything stays organized thanks to felted interior of the box
  • Chess pieces with felted bottoms carved from wood and perfectly hand painted. The folding portable chess set is easy to carry for travel. Wood boards is held securely shut with brass clasp
  • Chess board measures 12 inch (30cm) x 12 inch (30cm) when open. The king is 3.1 inch (8.5cm) tall and the queen is 2.8 inch (7.5cm) tall. Chess set for adults and kids comes with a perfect size for easy playing
  • Our wood chess set with storage makes the perfect gift to loved ones for all occasions. Classic aesthetics are embodied in this complete nice chess set that is handcrafted, its exceptional craftsmanship makes it worthy to be put out on display!

Homyl Portable Chinese Military Battle Chess Pieces Set Board Game Chessboard for Kids Children Travel Game Gift

Homyl

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Product description

Description:

Portable Chinese Military Battle Chess Pieces Set Board Game Chessboard for Kids Children Travel Game Gift

Perfect for intellectual development, home leisure and entertainment

A good gift for chess lovers no matter young or old

Material: Plastic

Size Chart:

Chess board: Approx. 27 x 30cm/ 10.6 x 11.8inch

Chess pieces: Approx. 2.5 x 1.5cm/ 0.98 x 0.59inch

Package Includes:

1 Set Chess

  • Portable Chinese Military Battle Chess Pieces Set Board Game Chessboard for Kids Children Travel Game Gift
  • Perfect for intellectual development, home leisure and entertainment
  • A good gift for chess lovers no matter young or old
  • Material: Plastic

Kriegspiel: Military Chess Game [BOX SET]

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Product description

Slipcased. The ultimate ripoff, mainly for being a cheap knock off of others' good ideas. A small game of WWII-era combat using geomorphic maps & combat cards. Good beginners game but not much more. RIP 1970.

  • Simple game combining good ideas from other games into a rather lackluster game
  • Includes geomorphic maps, card selection for defensive/offensive techniques during combat
  • A decent beginners game but not much more

PTC Civil War Solider Themed Chess Set with Glass Board, Multicolor

PTC

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Product description

This gorgeous Civil War Solider Themed Chess Set with Glass Board, Multicolor has the finest details and highest quality you will find anywhere! Civil War Solider Themed Chess Set with Glass Board, Multicolor is truly remarkable.

Civil War Solider Themed Chess Set with Glass Board, Multicolor Details:





*Condition: Brand New

*Item SKU: 10060

*Dimensions: Chessman: H: 3 (Inches)

*Crafted with: Resin

*More Information:

- Hand Painted.

  • Perfect gift for those that love Chess Set
  • Great craftmanship.
  • Measurement: Chessman: H: 3

User questions & answers

Question: What are the pieces made out of
Answer: They are fairly light so I would say plastic. One of my pieces is crooked.
Question: What is the diameter of the base of the pieces
Answer: The diameter of the circular base is 1 1/8 inch. The tallest chess piece is the King at 3 1/2 inches tall. The shortest piece is the pawn at 3 1/8 inch. Very nice set!

World War 2 WW2 Set of Chess Men Pieces Hand Painted - NO Board

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Product description

King: 3 1/4" - Queen: 3 1/8" - Bishop: 2 7/8" - Knight: 2 3/4" - Rook: 2 3/4" - Pawn: 2 5/8" - Base Diameter - 1"

  • Solid Resin & Hand Painted with Felt Bottoms
  • 3 1/4" King
  • Standard 32 Piece Set of Men - NO BOARD
  • Total Piece Weight: 1.75 Pounds
  • Decorative Package With foam Storage Included

User questions & answers

Question: What is the base material
Answer: Solid Polyresin men.
Question: Why does the German side have a Swiss flag
Answer: Probably so as to not offend any Jews or Holocaust survivors ?
Question: does this have all the pieces
Answer: Yes, it does. I ordered it as a Christmas gift for my son-in-law, who is a WWII history enthusiast and has recently become absorbed with the game of chess. His reaction was priceless. He began to chuckle as he started by examining the Nazi side of the set By the time he pulled out enough of the pieces the see the American side, he was in tears laughing! I've never seen him do that. So, it is a complete set, hand painted, and very well made.
Question: What would be the best chess board size for these pieces
Answer: Hello. I made a chess board out of 2” square walnut and maple for these pieces. Looks great.

Pacific Trading Egyptian vs Roman Chess Set with Glass Board New

Pacific Trading

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Product description

Hand Painted Resin with Glass Board. Board: 17 inch x 17 inch and H: 3.75 inch.

  • Pacific Trading
  • Egyptian vs Roman Chess Set with Glass Board New
  • Brand New in Original Packaging

User questions & answers

Question: Is the set magnetized
Answer: Nope - this is a resin set on a glass board. There are a few magnetized theme sets, but not many. the vast majority of magnetic sets are of a traditional design.
Question: Are the pieces weighted
Answer: The pieces itself are not. It made from a cheap light weight material, but the board is made of glass so it has some weight.
Question: How big is board individual square size
Answer: Not good quality, not recommend it by me

Roman Chess Set - Vinyl Chess Board Black / White- Size 17,3" + Roman Chess Pieces 3,75" Black / White

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Product description

CHESS PIECES:

Everyone likes choice, and we try to offer every manner of chessmen that you could imagine.

While figurine chess pieces are best suited for display, they can also offer engagement to young chess enthusiasts. The largest problem with this is that usually the pieces are too fragile or expensive.

These plastic pieces are perfect - not only are they affordable, they are very durable. The pieces depict a roman theme design, which is one of the most easily recognizable non staunton chess designs.

Chess Piece Details:

King Height: 3 3/4"

King Weight: 1.0 oz

King Base: 1 1/4"



CHESS BOARD:

Club, School, Tournament Vinyl Rollup Chess Board with 2" squares is a great choice for tournament size plastic chess sets with a 3" or 3.5" tall king.

This board is made from a high quality buff color vinyl with a cloth backing and has printed brown squares and alpha-numeric notation. This is a great choice for chess clubs and tournaments where you want a good quality board at an affordable price. This chess board unrolls flat, is durable, washable, and will last for years!

Alpha-numeric notation on ends of rank and file

  • 3 3/4" Black & White Roman Legion Plastic Chess Pieces
  • Felted chessmen
  • Standard size tournament chess board with 2" or 50 mm squares
  • Vinyl roll-up Wipe-clean chess board
  • Standard size chess set - Roman style

Great Patriotic War WW2 Themed Chess Set Russian Soviet vs Germany Toy Soldiers Handpainted Nesting Dolls Chess Pieces - Handmade Matryoshka Wood Decor Chess Set

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Product description

Handpainted Themed Chess Set with wooden toy soldiers figure pack will be a premium gift not only for masters, beginners, or professional players but also for lovers of beautiful retro vintage look art things.

The main theme of chess set the Great Patriotic War in USSR. Command in the battle between Soviet and German armies. Patriotic themed chess pieces characterized by high-quality workmanship. Russian Nesting Dolls is carved, ornament painted, varnished, decorated, and finished by hand. Modern colorful chess toys will be cool funny gifts for kids and chess collectors. You can organize the fun offline tournaments and creative or classical championship in your family. It is not only patriotic decoration or chess set but great toy soldiers set for kids. Learn history with fun! Great wooden decorations for the home. Perfect gift for any military memorabilia collectors.

  • King height of 3.4 inches (8.5 cm). The height of the pawn is 2 inches (5 cm).
  • There are 32 chess pieces in the set.
  • The size of the chessboard is 12 inches (30 cm)
  • The chessboard case is lined with velvet-like materials inside

Click the button at the top to order the World War 2 Chess set with themed nesting dolls wood soliders figurines!

  • This military themed chess set portrays army men nesting dolls dressed in realistic Russian Soviet and German soldier costumes. Great Patriotic War WW2 the main theme of the collectibles chess set
  • The foldable art chess board adopts high-quality wood, which makes it durable for use. The folding portable chess set is easy to carry for travel, game board folds into a storage box, everything stays organized thanks to the felted interior of the box
  • Chess pieces with felted bottoms carved from natural wood and perfectly hand painted with eco friendly matherials (water based paints, acrilic vanish). It is not only patriotic decoration or chess set but great toy soldiers set for kids. Learn history with fun!
  • Chess board measures 12 inch (30 cm) x 12 inch (30 cm) when open. The king is 3.1 inch (8.5 cm) tall and the queen is 2.8 inches (7.5 cm) tall
  • Our wood chess set with storage makes the perfect gift to loved ones for all occasions

US Generals Civil War Set of Chess Men Pieces Hand Painted - NO BOARD

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Product description

King: 3 1/4" - Queen: 3 1/8" - Bishop: 3" - Knight: 2 7/8" - Rook: 2 3/4" - Pawn: 2 5/8" - Base Diameter - 1"

  • Solid Resin & Hand Painted with Felt Bottoms
  • 3 1/4" King
  • Standard 32 Piece Set of Men - NO BOARD
  • Total Piece Weight: 1.75 Pounds
  • Decorative Package With foam Storage Included

User questions & answers

Question: What chess board do you recommend purchasing with this set
Answer: Honestly we just have them displayed on a marble table. I would recommend an inlayed wood board or a marble chess board.
Question: Hello, where is this manufactured
Answer: China
Question: Is there anywhere to get replacement pieces
Answer: We can provide replacement pieces for our customers at $5 per piece. Subject to availability at time of request.
Question: Why is shipping charges added when item clearly listed as no shipping
Answer: Shipping is free unless you are selecting an expedited method or the item is being shipped outside the standard 48 US states.

Greek Gods Mythology Set of Chess Men Pieces Hand Painted

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Product description

This listing is for a brand new set of hand painted chess pieces. Board NOT included in this listing. Pieces are constructed out of solid resin, hand painted and have felt bottoms. King: 3 1/4" (Zeus). Queen: 3 1/8" (Hera). Bishop: 2 7/8" (Ares). Knight: 2 3/4" (Sagittarius). Rook: 2 11/16" (Pantheon). Pawn: 2 5/8" (Hermes). Base Diameter - 1". Total Piece Weight: - 1 Lb 10 oz (without package). Weights will vary slightly with each set. Men in come in a reusable foam storage box.

  • 3 1/4" King - NO BOARD
  • Solid Resin and Hand Painted With Felt Bottom
  • Men Come in Decorative Package With Foam Storage
  • Standard 32 Piece Set of Men - NO BOARD
  • See Description For Full Details

User questions & answers

Question: Are the pieces weighted
Answer: They are solid resin. No metal weights. Not heavy men.
Question: I know this set does not come with the board, but is there a way to purchase this board seperate? I want to oder the board as well
Answer: See item numbers B00SM5QN2E, B071X2WHV7, B00U0RYV5S, B01MSMI3J5
Question: what is the recommended board dimensions for this set
Answer: 1 1/2" - 2" Squares.
Question: Anyway to buy replacement pieces
Answer: I certainly wish I knew. When my set was delivered, one of the pawn's head was broken off, right there in the box. Very disappointing. I never did follow up. I wish I had. It is not nice to buy something that is broken. I really like the set, otherwise. Please let me know if you find a contact for the original seller. Thank you, and best wishes.
Question: What size board with what size squares is best
Answer: 1 1/4 - 2 inch. Photos are shown on a 2 inch square.
Question: Are these very fragile? i want this set for my 13 year old son who loves chess and american wars
Answer: We have had these for a year and they are fine. There are some fairly thin parts on some pieces but as long as you're not rough with them you should be totally fine!

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