Beechwood Veneer 0.4-Inch Etched Beginner's Reversible 9x9/13x13 Go Game Set Board with Double Convex Melamine Stones
The perfect set to learn or teach go. The 9x9 grid is ideal for fast and instructive games and the 13x13 side for deeper fundamentals and quick games. This set is less intimidating than larger boards and makes go instantly fun for those new to the game.
- Reversible Go Board (Goban): This board comes with 9x9 and 13x13 playing fields etched into the wood; The 9x9 grid is ideal for beginners while the 13x13 is great for learning fundamentals and for quick games
- Beechwood Veneer Board: The board measures 13 x 13 x 0.4 inch（35 x 33 x 0.9 centimeters) and is made from beechwood veneer; Grid size: 23 x 24mm (9x9 side) and 22 x 23mm (13x13 side)
- Double Convex Stones: Includes 181 black and 180 white size 33 melamine stones each measuring 7.5 x 22-millimeter (about 0.3 x 0.83 inch); Includes two plastic bowls for storage
- Entire Set Weighs 4.19lbs (1.9kg)
- The Way To Go: Included is Karl Baker's beginner classic booklet explaining the essential rules and strategies of Go
Item US-LV002-A_US-SF002-A
UPC 810989025655
Customer Reviews
This was my first order to YMI. I had a good impression from other reviews and so had high hopes. And sure enough, my board came in the mail securely packaged. (It was a box inside a box, with the contents inside that one. I've been stacking them to use as a "table" for my daughter (6) and I to play on. She likes the stones but doesn't like it when I escape her encirclements. We play "for fun" [her's] rather than "for real.")
Anyway, the negatives are that the containers for the stones are plastic but sort of rough on the edges. When I was wiping them with a tissue, it was catching on those edges, but of course I bought the set knowing the containers wouldn't be amazing. (I'm looking forward to getting some nicer wooden containers.) Also, there is some sort of scuffing on the board that you can only see if you're holding it at an angle to catch the light. I'd say the overall quality of the board is "pretty good" rather than "very high quality." The stones are all in good shape, but I do wonder how long they will last without gentle handling--they're my first real set of stones. I bought a board from Barnes & Noble previously that turned out to be very disappointing despite the "Heirloom" tag. This one is 100x better.
I'm very satisfied with the purchase overall (shipping was expensive, even just the basic one...) and will definitely buy again.
P.S. The set came with a cool "Yellow Mountain Imports" sticker about the size of my hand. I'm still considering where best to put it.
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I don't usually write reviews, but I must make an exception in this case. The set is perfect for the beginner such as myself and a good value for the price. My order arrived undamaged and within the promised time-frame. I was surprised by the extra care YMI took with the shipping box to help ensure the order would not be damaged during transit. I would definitely recommend Yellow Mountain Imports to anyone looking for good products and service at reasonable prices.
Perfect board for tsumego, highly recommend! Pieces are plastic, but still hefty and very nice to use
YMI's quality standards are definitely a cut above their competitors at this price point Delivery was very timely, and their dedication to customer service is truly next level! I had a small issue and Mary solved it in a blurred instant! I was quite impressed and I don't say that very often. I highly recommend giving them a try! -Mick S.
This is my first Go set and overall it's a good starter set. Shipping was quick and arrived packaged well. Will order from here again.