
My new Noj Dubrovnik Minceta set - Chess Forums
Aug 8, 2023 · After 2 years of waiting I finally received my new chess set few weeks ago, but I had to take the time and enjoy it first, before sharing it with you guys. It is the Noj Dubrovnik Minceta in walnut and maple with matte finish, weighted. The board is a Drueke style from SakisTsiogkasWood at Esty. The...
The Noj Dubrovniks, Which One Do You Like More? - Chess.com
May 7, 2016 · Without question, Noj Ltd of Slovenia makes the absolute best replicas of the original 1950 Dubrovnik Olympiad set and circa 1950-1970 Dubrovnik II Bobby Fischer set. A brief note, there is some evidence to suggest that the Dubrovnik II Fischer style set was actually made sometime shortly after the Dubrovnik...
NOJ: Best Chessmen Ever vs Dubrovnik Chessmen - Chess Forums
Oct 9, 2023 · Remember that Noj is a company that makes and sells chess sets. Of course you should buy from them what you like. The Dubrovnik sets they make are from the originals in 1950 and in the 1960’s. The Best Chessmen Ever sets were designed by Izmet who has his web site of the Best Chessmen Ever name. Yes, there are the East and West versions as well. Noj does …
How to find Noj set? - Chess Forums
Nov 8, 2021 · Given NOJ's price point, though, their sets are likely to be in the hands of moderately serious collectors and so won't come up for resale particularly often. Even if the spouse makes them slim down their chess collection it's likely that the NOJ will be one of the last offered up for sale.
NOJ Dubrovnik Minceta short review - Chess Forums
Jan 25, 2022 · Another beautiful, perfectly crafted set by Noj. Great choice with the Minceta design. A unique and original Dubrovnik variant by Noj. Maple Walnut is a classic choice for boards, pieces and pancakes. The 57mm (2.25") looks like a nice fit. If you find it a tiny bit loose, I think you might find a traditionally sized 55mm board just perfect. Nice angles and natural …
What's Your Favorite "NOJ" Set?.....Why? - Chess Forums
Apr 10, 2017 · But my favorite is the NOJ Tal '61 Championship Set. Why? Because I helped bring it to life. Because it adorns the cover of Tal's great book. Because so many great players played on it yet it had disappeared from history but for a handful of photographs. Because it gave me a chance to work with the great Gregor Novak and my friend Phil Pajakowski, who has …
Noj set arrived/review - Chess Forums
Apr 1, 2021 · Noj Dubrovnik is the best but the high price is an issue which drives most people to other cheaper retailers.
The Noj of Slovenia Maple & Walnut PORTOROŽ 08 chess pieces
Apr 14, 2017 · The Noj of Slovenia Dubrovniks and just recently their 1961 Tal set have shared the spotlight in many of these forums. But I would like to bring your attention to a really nice set, their PORTOROŽ 08 chess pieces in maple and walnut. 2008 marked the 50th anniversary of the historic 1958 Portoroz Interzonal...
Review: Noj Slovenia - BCE Stage 2 - Chess Forums
Jan 25, 2019 · Intro: I'm going to lay the praise on thick, so be prepared. I recently ordered/received a set of the "Best Chessmen Ever" from Noj Slovenia, and while I know that they are already highly regarded in the chess community (they seem to be the Ferrari of handmade chessmen), I just felt compelled (like it...
I've just receiveid my NOJ Best Chess Ever - BCE!
Oct 8, 2024 · Congratulations! NOJ makes great sets. The finish and production quality is top notch, although the prices have gone up a lot over the years. But don’t worry, someone will be along shortly to crap on the parade of compliments.