The Vienna Game (C23-C29) Chess CD Software Product Review

A complete white repertoire for 1.e4 e5
Winning with the classics: Canadian FIDE master Gregory Huber has published a training CD on two related (classical) openings, the Bishop's Opening (1.e4 e5 2.Bc4) and the Vienna Game (2.Nc3). The work includes all possible transitions and provides you with a complete white repertoire for 1.e4 e5. "A phenomenal effort in exploring these openings in depth". Review.

Five stars for Huber's 'The Vienna Game (C23-C29)
Review by Carsten Hansen

"This CD covers both the Vienna Game and the Bishop’s Opening, and once you start reading through the material, you can tell that this is clearly a labor of love for Canadian FIDE master Gregory Huber. He has considered everything. Every time a database text refers to a game, it has been fully annotated, often by Huber himself, with explanatory prose and analysis and improvements for both sides. Huber has made a phenomenal effort in exploring these openings in depth. He clearly presents all the current data, with all sidelines labeled and evaluated, along with adding hundreds of his own suggestions and improvements over existing theory. This is an excellent effort, which I hope will find a wide readership. Anyone playing these opening as White or Black will definitely want to obtain this CD.

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Marble Chess Set: Marble Chess Boards & Pieces

These Marble Chess Sets are awesome quality and not only look great, they feel great! The squares in these marble chess sets are inlaid with a 1-½ inch wide border around them. The squares on these marble chess sets are done very professionally, they are as thick as the board itself is and the surface of the board is smooth. The total thickness of the marble chess board is 1 inch. Both the board and the pieces on this marble chess set are felt lined on the bottom. The marble chess pieces in this set are 100% marble as well and are pretty hefty. In a nutshell review, this marble chess set looks great and qualifies as a dining room or living room chess set, always set up and ready for a game.

Chronos Digital Chess Clock Review And Video Tutorial

The Chronos Digital Chess Clock is by far the most popular American chess clock. The many user-friendly functions and the fact that it is as indestructible as an M1 Abrams have made the Chronos digital chess clock famous. It comes in two different styles, the Chronos button chess clock and the Chronos touch chess clock. The Chronos Touch Digital Chess Clock is favored more by adults because it eliminates 100% of the sound made by the button clocks. This is the only touch chess clock out on the market today. The kids like the Chronos Button Digital Chess Clock a great deal more than the touch model because after taking a piece they can smash it down on the button. Both the Chronos touch chess clock and the Chronos button chess clock come with an instruction manual, they are fully programmable and they both have the same features. There is a Chronos Chess Clock Tutorial Video made by chesshouse.com that teaches you how to program your Chronos chess clock to meet your needs. Available in more color options than photo's show.

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Saitek Mephisto Chess Computers

Saitek Mephisto Chess Computers are endorsed by Garry Kasparov and are well known for their strong play. They come in a variety of sizes prices and playing strengths. But there is one thing they all have in common, Quality!

The Saitek Mephisto Master Travel Chess Computer is the highest ranked portable chess computer made. Matched against the Novag Star Diamond Chess Computers the Saitek Mephisto Master chess computer wins 75% of the time. This portable chess computer boasts the highest playing level ranked at 2400 and has the most playing features and options. This Mephisto Saitek travel chess computer has in internal chess clock, coach mode, hint button, and tons of playing modes. In addition this Saitek Mephisto master chess computer comes with an AC adapter and a vinyl carry case.

This Saitek Mephisto Talking Chess Academy is a great chess computer and has the highest rank of all talking chess computers; it gives you the benefit of visual and vocal instruction. The training features in this talking chess computer are the reason it is in such demand, and with a ranking of 2200 this talking chess computer has the right to teach! This Saitek Mephisto talking chess computer has auto sensory technology for easy and casual play, auto sensory senses the piece you pick up and where you put it down, pushing or button punching required.

The Saitek Mephisto Maestro Travel Chess Computer has the best reputation of all hand held travel chess computers and is the most highly recommended. This hand held chess computer features an approximate playing strength of 1800. The most winning aspect of this hand held chess computer is the incredible LCD screen graphics; the pieces are operated with a stylus and are the most clearly defined and detailed of any other LCD screen hand held chess computer. And that’s not all! The LCD screen has a backlight so no matter what the light conditions you will be playing in are like; you will always be able to distinguish your chess pieces, even in pitch dark! this is the only hand held chess computer available with a backlight. In addition this hand held chess computer comes with a quality leather case.

Excalibur Electronic Chess Computers

Excalibur Electronic Chess Computers are top of the line and excellent quality. The Excalibur Electronic chess computer industry branches out to give you a wide variety of chess computers such as LCD hand held touch screen computers, auto sensory chess computers with 3d pieces and LCD screens, talking chess computers and much more!

The Excalibur Grandmaster Chess Computer among the top rated chess computers available, this Excalibur chess computer features an algebraic, auto sensory, magnetic, tournament size chessboard with an LCD display panel. It allows you to play chess against the computer or there is a two-player mode. It also features dual countdown chess clocks. This Excalibur chess computer has a rated strength of about 2200 and is capable of beating most chess players. Overall this Excalibur electronic chess computer is at the top of its class. More info on Excalibur Electronic Grandmaster Chess Computer

This Excalibur Deluxe Talking Chess Computer is the only one of its kind; it is a portable hand held chess computer with an integrated talking feature unique to this computer alone. The LCD screen on this hand held chess computer is rated among the top portable chess computers for how detailed the LCD chess pieces are and how easy they are to distinguish. This Excalibur hand held chess computer is operated with a stylus and button controls. The estimated rating for this portable chess computer is 2000, that is very high for a hand held chess computer. This Excalibur portable chess computer is a great choice for beginners and advanced chess players, it has adjustable levels, so you can find the playing strength that you need.

The Excalibur King Master III is more diverse it doesn’t just stick to chess; this Excalibur chess computer will play both chess and checkers! The estimated rating for this Excalibur chess computer is 1750. It features a takeback move button feature and the board’s dimensions are 12 in. x 10 in. x 1/8 inches, the board on this chess computer is algebraic. There is one more great thing about this Excalibur chess computer, it has a teaching mode and it is a great way to improve your chess!

The Excalibur King Arthur Chess Computer. has a huge LCD screen that shows then entire board on it. Here’s how this chess computer works, the LCD screen shows the whole chess board and the chessmen, when you move it shows it on the LCD screen and the piece on the screen moves to, and the same for the computer. This system is great for people that don’t like to deal with the algebraic notation. The Excalibur King Arthur chess computer comes in 2 colors, Woodgrain imitation and silver and white


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Travel Magnetic Chess Sets

Wood Travel Magnetic Chess Sets have a classy look to them that the cheaper plastic ones don't have, wood magnetic chess sets also generally are more sought after because of the quality look they maintain. Wooden magnetic chess sets can be good for both chess analysis, casual play and of course travel! The thing that distinguishes a wooden magnetic travel chess set most is the piece storage feature. Generally wooden magnetic travel chess sets either fold or have drawers for the magnetic chess pieces.


Plastic magnetic travel chess sets are strong and very durable. Most people buy plastic magnetic travel chess sets because they are fairly inexpensive. plastic magnetic travel chess sets also are easier and cheaper to find replacement pieces for and so they are a great choice for kids. Because they don't have to deal with the thickness wood magnetic chess sets have, plastic magnetic travel chess sets most of the time have better magnetic fields and stick to the chess board better.

This Plastic Magnetic Travel Chess Set is on of the best magnetic travel chess sets on the market; it features a 6 1/4 raised algebraic chess board with black and silver squares. This plastic magnetic travel chess set comes with a free unique chess bag that fits the chess board and the chess pieces snugly.The pieces that come with this travel magnetic chess set are silver and brass colored and when this chess set is set up it is truly stunning, the piece design is great and very detailed.

This 8x8 Travel Magnetic Chess Set is the best customer rated travel magnetic chess set and is the most user friendly. The lid to this travel magnetic chess set can cover the game while the pieces are still in position! There is a very strong magnetic field on this magnetic travel chess set and you never have to worry about positions changing on you. The pieces for this magnetic travel chess set are very finely detailed for a travel set and look great.

This Ultimate Magnetic Travel Chess Checkbook Style is the ultimate pocket magnetic travel chess set. This magnetic travel chess set is shaped like a checkbook and fits anywhere you want it to practically. the pieces for this travel magnetic chess set are 2 Dimensional. The travel magnetic chess set can be shut and stored while the pieces are set up for play. This convenient factor makes it easy and fun for traveling.

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Collector Chess Set Pieces

The plastic Collector Chess Set Series is probably the most sought after of all plastic chess sets. This plastic collector chess set has the finest detail of all the plastic chess sets in circulation today. The plastic collector chess pieces come in three different colors, Black and ivory, black and natural, and red and ivory. This collector chess set series also comes in three sizes, 2 7/8 inch’s, 3 3/4 inch’s, and 4 inch’s. The 4 inch collector chess pieces are triple weighted and weigh in at 64 ounces. The 3 3/4 inch collector chess set is double weighted and weighs 52 ounces. The 2 7/8 collector chess pieces are weighted and weigh 25 ounces. a free drawstring bag comes with each of these collector chess sets for quick and easy storage.

Theme Chess Sets

Theme Chess Sets make great conversation pieces and are often used to decorate a living room or sitting room. Theme chess sets are also great for casual play. Finding the theme chess set that suits you shouldn’t be a problem, there are huge varieties of lesser and greater quality Theme Chess Sets at your wallet’s command.

The Medieval Theme Chess Set is a great choice and has a classic look to it that never fades. The medieval theme chess set pieces are very, very finely detailed and are made of pewter making them nearly indestructible. This particular themed chess set comes with a 16” inch walnut chess board with rounded edges.

The Civil War Themed Chess Set is one of the most sought after of all theme chess sets. The civil war theme chess pieces have a beautiful antique finish that goes great with wood chess boards. This civil war themed chess set has Ulysses Grant and Robert Lee as the kings, and they stand a good 5” inches tall. This is the finest themed civil war chess set made.

This Egyptian Themed Chess Set is the finest Egyptian theme chess set available. In this Egyptian theme chess set the king represents a pharaoh, and the other royal chess pieces various Egyptian deities, the pawns are cobras and the rooks represent hieroglyphic towers. Made of stone antiqued ground stone, this Egyptian theme chess set is a strong, sturdy theme chess set and has good weight to it.

Wooden Chess Sets

Wooden Chess Sets are great for casual play with a friend.

This Wooden Rosewood Chess Set is a great choice. The king in this wood chess set stands 3 ¾ inches tall the weigh of entire wood chess set is 2.75 pounds and considered double weighted. In addition this wooden chess set comes with two canvas bags.

This Rosewood Wood Chess Set is the big bertha of wood chess sets the king stands 4.25 inches tall! The entire weight of this wood chess set is a burly 4.10 pounds. This wood chess set is considered triple weighted. It comes with two canvas bags to store the chess pieces.

These Sheeshamwood/Boxwood Wooden Chess Pieces are 3 ¾ inches tall. These wooden chess pieces have leather bottoms versus the cheaper felt bottoms. These wooden chess pieces are carved in a beautiful wooden Staunton style and are weighted.

These Classic Tournament Ebonized Wood Chess Pieces are marvelously crafted and finished. The wood chess pieces are designed to be stronger than most wooden chess pieces are. There is a high quality look and feel to these wood chess pieces that are lacking in many others, the king stands 4 inches tall and the entire weight of the wood chess pieces amounts to 3.5 pounds. In addition these wood chess pieces come with extra queens.

Staunton Chess Sets

Staunton Chess Sets Are great for casual play and travel, these paticular Staunton Chess Sets are plastic and are good for all types of chess and generly are very tough.

The Hastings Staunton Plastic Chess Set has beautiful heavy chess pieces! The chessmen are very finely detailed, especially the new knight designed by House of Staunton. Overall this chess set has a quality look and feel to it that surpasses all other Staunton chess sets in its price range. The king stands 3 7/8 inches tall and the total weight of the chess pieces is 44 ounces, this chess set looks and feels great to play with! There are two color options available a stunning red and ivory and black and natural.

The Ultimate Staunton Chess Set is almost the heaviest set of chess pieces available. This Staunton chess set is highly recommended for blitz chess, the heavily weighted chess pieces don’t fall over as easy, the king is 3 5/8 tall. Overall this chess set is very stable weighing in at 3 pounds 7 ounces.

The Drueke Staunton Plastic Chessmen made by Dreuke this Staunton chess set is Dreuke quality. These Staunton chess pieces are made of very high quality plastic. This Staunton chess set features weighted bottoms with felt, the king stands 3 ¾ inches tall and the total weight of the chess pieces is a hefty 3.75 pounds.

Plastic Chess Sets

Plastic chess sets are great for all types of chess. They aren’t easy to damage and stay like new for a long time. Generally speaking they are very user friendly.

This Basic Club Plastic Chess Set is inexpensive The king measures in at 3 ¾ tall with 1.5 inch felt base, the plastic chess pieces are light and durable making this plastic chess set great for travel.


These Weighted Tournament Plastic Chess Pieces are triple weighted and the whole chess set weighs in at a hefty 2 pounds! In addition this plastic chess set comes with extra queens of each color. You can’t go wrong with this heavy plastic set chess set.


The Quality Club Special Plastic Chess Pieces are the most widely used scholastic tournament chess set in the USA, this plastic chess set is solid and virtually indestructible! The chess pieces are standard 3 ¾ height with a dull finish.


This Executive Staunton Plastic Chess Set is beautiful! The chess pieces in this set are finely detailed and make a great living room chess set. This plastic chess set is so heavy that altogether the chess pieces weigh nearly 4 pounds! The king in this plastic chess set stands 3 7/8 inches tall. In addition this fine plastic chess set comes with extra queens.

The vinyl roll up board and carryall tournament chess bag, are great additions to these plastic chess sets.