Weta Kong Chess Set

tomandshell · Apr 4, 2006

Weta Kong Chess Set- UPDATED

Just got my Weta Kong chess set from Bob at Fireside Collectibles today. #0167/1500. Haven't heard much buzz about this set, but it really impressed me at SDCC last year and I have been hoping for a chance to pick it up at one point--and the Godfather made me an offer I couldn't refuse. It's quite heavy!! I have always wanted a really solid high quality chess set, and now I have one. The pieces store themselves inside, protected by thick gray foam padding. The detail on the base is great, with Skull Island on one side and 1930's New York on the other. Really an underrated and overlooked addition to the Kong lineup. I recommend it to all fans of King Kong and/or chess--especially if you can pick it up at a discount like I did!!!

lcummins · Apr 4, 2006

I so want this piece to finish my Kong collection, but it will just have to wait until after SDCC! It is the only piece I don't have on order or already in my collection. Maybe the price will go down by then! :rotfl

occulum · Apr 5, 2006

nice! Thanks for the pics
Was talking to the wife just the other day about playing some chess with her.
"Houston.. I think we have an excuse to purchase!"

hairlesswookiee · Apr 5, 2006

^^^haha thats funny. that looks great and very heavy indeed. ive been looking at the LOTR chess set by the Franklin Mint but its a little out of my price range for now.