Meet The 6" Fischer-Spassky Series Chess Set Combo

Also, this week, custom chess boards and the benefits of chess for seniors.

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Welcome to The House of Staunton's weekly newsletter. This week, our featured story celebrates the 2026 July Chess Set of The Month, the 6" Fischer-Spassky Series Chess Set, Box, & Board Combination. We spotlight its exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and timeless aesthetic, which make it an immediate standout for collectors and active players alike. Discover the subtle design details, wood choices, and what earned this magnificent set a place on our monthly honor roll.

The House of Staunton’s first weekly blog post, "Is A Custom Chess board Worth It?", explores craftsmanship, materials, and personalization to help players weigh the upfront investment against long-term enjoyment. The post breaks down key benefits, alongside practical considerations like price and maintenance. It offers valuable buying tips to help you find a custom board that truly elevates your playing experience.

Our second House of Staunton blog post this week looks at "Chess for Seniors: How Older Players Benefit." This insightful article explores how chess helps maintain cognitive health, sharpens memory, and fosters vital social connections in later years. The post highlights that it is never too late to master our beloved game.

Yours in Chess,
The House of Staunton Team

2026 Chess Set Of The Month: June

The 6" Fischer-Spassky Series Chess Set, Box, & Board Combination

The 6-Inch Fischer-Spassky Series Combofrom The House of Staunton is a premium tribute to the legendary 1972 World Chess Championship. It features hand-carved, tournament-sized wooden pieces with a massive 6-inch King, heavily weighted and finished with billiard cloth base pads. Built for durability, the design includes reinforced pawn collars and oversized rook ramparts. This luxurious set is paired with a stunning, satin-finished Striped Ebony and Bird’s Eye Maple chessboard crafted in Spain, alongside an expansive, lockable velvet-lined premium chess box.

Key features include:

Historic 1972 Design Replica: Features an accurate reproduction of the iconic minimalist Staunton design used by Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky during the legendary 1972 World Chess Championship.
Massive 6-Inch King: Includes oversized, tournament-grade wooden pieces anchored by an imposing 6.0-inch (15.24 cm) King with a wide 2.125-inch base diameter.
Luxury Spanish Board: Paired with an artisan-crafted, satin-finished 2.5-inch square chessboard made in Spain from premium Striped Ebony and Bird's Eye Maple veneers.
Premium Wood Options: The hand-carved chess pieces are available in high-end combinations of either Genuine Ebony or rich Crimson-stained Boxwood paired with Natural Boxwood.
Heavy Weight and Felted Bases: All pieces are heavily weighted for exceptional stability and feature luxurious green English billiard cloth base pads for a smooth slide across the board.
Engineered for Durability: Intentionally designed to withstand rigorous play, incorporating reinforced pawn collars and thickened rook ramparts to prevent chips and breakage.
Velvet-Lined Presentation Box: Comes with a spacious, premium wooden chess box lined in plush green velvet, fitted with robust brass hardware and a functional lock and key.
Extra Queens Included: Includes four Queens total (two per side) to seamlessly accommodate standard tournament pawn promotions without needing makeshift pieces.

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Featured Blog Posts

Is A Custom Chessboard Worth It?

A custom chessboard becomes a chess heirloom in one generation if it carries enough personal meaning. The most valuable chess antiques today are valuable specifically because of their documented ownership history. A personalized board creates that provenance immediately. Here's how to commission one that your family will argue over in the best possible way.

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Chess for Seniors: How Older Players Benefit

Why are we talking about brain science in a chess blog? Simple—chess has all the elements scientists recommend to exercise your brain (and more). It’s even been shown to delay or prevent the symptoms of dementia. What can senior chess fans expect to gain from regular study and play?