{"product_id":"solid-wood-chinese-chess-set-folding-xiangqi-board","title":"Solid Wood Chinese Chess Set \u0026 Folding Xiangqi Board","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"why-collectors-and-families-choose-this-set\"\u003eWhy Collectors and Families Choose This Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe best of both worlds, in the form of real hardwood rather than painted plastic.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll made of authentic beechwood, blackwood (ebony), red sandalwood or African blood sandalwood, the same wood families that have been used in traditional Chinese chess sets for centuries. Nothing to print, no hollow plastic disks that crack after being played for a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA board that doubles up as storage!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis folding board is not only a playing board, but a built-in case as well. It can be played open flat (3cm thick - no wobble) and then folded in half to give an additional depth of 6cm, carved recesses inside make sure that no parts roll about or get lost in a drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstructed for actual use, not (just) to be looked at!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is NOT a showpiece to be handled with care. The beechwood and hardwood construction is able to withstand daily play, travel, and handling by children who are learning the game and decades of use by adults. There is a good amount of weight to them in-hand, 18-20mm thick they are not moving as they sit on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialty Wood for Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sandalwood (Padauk):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecomes from Africa, has extremely red color and flowing grain. Naturally rot and insect resistant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlackwood (Ebony):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDENSE \u0026amp; IRON HARD: very dense, so that a piece dropped in water sinks, not floats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlood Sandalwood:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlso known as African purpleheart\/blood rosewood. Deep red, high natural oil content and with a unique scent, that over time oxidizes to a rich reddish-brown to purplish-brown patina, similar to a fine cigar box maturing over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional size and a smaller size for a specific application.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the 50mm set for portability to play a game in the park or take on a family trip – fits in a backpack or travel bag. Available in 60mm, this set provides a tournament feel with larger pieces which are easier to read from across the table, ideal for home displays or serious practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gift That Does NOT Sound Generic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor someone who has played xiangqi since childhood or someone who is new to the game, a solid-wood set conveys a greater sense of care and consideration than a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e$15 plastic-and-cardboard set. It is practical, is old fashioned, and can be used as a keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specifications\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e50 Spec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e60 Spec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePiece Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~48mm (1.89\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~58mm (2.28\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePiece Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~18mm (0.71\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~20mm (0.79\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard (Open)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 × 50 × 3 cm (18.1\" × 19.7\" × 1.18\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 × 60 × 3 cm (21.7\" × 23.6\" × 1.18\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard (Folded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 × 25 × 6 cm (18.1\" × 9.8\" × 2.36\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 × 30 × 6 cm (21.7\" × 11.8\" × 2.36\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid wood, folding, two-in-one design with built-in piece storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePiece Material Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeech, Ebony (Blackwood), Padauk (Red Sandalwood), African Blood Sandalwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoxed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoxed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: All measurements are taken by hand. A variance of 0.5–1cm is normal for handcrafted wood products and does not indicate a defect.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What's the difference between the 50 and 60 size sets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 50 set has 48mm-diameter pieces and a board that folds down to a compact 46×25×6cm — ideal for travel or smaller tables. The 60 set has larger 58mm pieces and a bigger board, better suited for home use or players who want a more substantial tabletop presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the board really made of solid wood, or just wood-veneer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The board is solid wood with a folding hinge design. It's built to function as both a playing surface and a storage case — when closed, the inside has carved compartments that hold the pieces securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why do the wood types vary in price (beech vs. ebony vs. red sandalwood)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Each wood has a different density, origin, and rarity. Beechwood is durable and economical, making it a great everyday option. Ebony (blackwood) is extremely dense — dense enough to sink in water — and harder to source. Red sandalwood and blood sandalwood are imported, oil-rich hardwoods valued for their color, grain, and natural resistance to rot and insects, which is why sets in these woods are positioned more as collector pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the color of the blood sandalwood pieces change over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, and that's expected. Blood sandalwood naturally oxidizes with light and air exposure, shifting from deep red toward a reddish-brown or purplish-brown patina — similar to how some fine hardwoods darken and richen with age. This is a natural characteristic, not a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this set suitable for beginners, or only experienced players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Both. The board and pieces are durable enough for a child or beginner learning the rules, while the wood quality and craftsmanship also appeal to long-time players or collectors who want a set with real heft and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How should I care for the wood pieces and board?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Keep the set out of direct, prolonged sunlight and excessive humidity, which can affect any solid-wood product over time. 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