This unique chess set with plastic pieces that look like real wood is modeled after the most popular wood chess set in our collection - The German Knight Staunton. These pieces look and feel like real wood but they're plastic! The German Knight is a favorite for club players and used more than any other set in tournaments. This is one plastic set and is one plastic set that will look good with a wood board. The king is 3.9 tall and has a base diameter of 1.7. The pieces are nicely weighted for exceptional stability on the chess board and we include 2 extra queens for pawn promotion. More chess games have been played with a German Knight than any other chess set in the world and it continues to be our number one selling chess set.Chess Set Specifications & Features: Includes 34 Pieces with 2 Extra Queens for Pawn Promotion (Does Not Include Chess Board); King Height: 3.9; King Base: 1.7; King Weight: 1.6 Ounces; Set Weight: 32 Ounces; Includes 2 Spare Queens; Green Felt Paper Pads; Recommended Chess Board Size: 2.25 - 2.75 Squares;