Snap On chess set, any info?

[67427vette]

I was wondering if anyone knows much, or anything regarding these chess sets. I heard that they were supposedly awarded to some dealers, whether or not that is true I don't know. It looks like a nice set & it is made by a company named Drueke. The chess pieces are made out of extensions and sockets and are chrome and gold plated. They also have Snap On part numbers on the pieces just like their sockets and extensions. They are stored in a miniature top box that is made of metal. The board itself is made of hardwood and looks well made. Any information would be appreciated as I've never seen one of these before. Thanks!

 

[Zias]

I don't have any info for you but that is one sweet set.

 

[toolnut]

Thats pretty cool! When things get slow in the shop let's break out the chess set....

 

[catfish]

You can really tell the difference between the cheap chinese knock off snap on merchandise and the real thing.Amazing quality.

 

[padronanniversary]

i wonder how much something like that will go for

 

[mkirkpatrick]

That is cool, I was thinking it was going to be one of those hookie sets from ebay. Thanks for sharing

 

[rsanter]

kind of cool, but looks expensive

bob

 

[american lockpicker]

Have I died and gone to heaven? How much?

 

[bchee]

No info either but that is totally bad ***

 

[Beerman]

I used to collect chess sets, but kinda got away from it. That's as sweet as any I ever had in my collection.

Don't have the funds at the moment, but if I did, I'd pay $500 for a set like that. Or at least ask Santa Claus to bring me one.


I understand the OP is looking for more info on this set, but where'd the photos come from???
If this was a dealer awarded item, maybe one of our resident Snap-On franchisees would have some info.


Beerman

 

[alberto]

Wow, very cool. Would love to have one.

 

[tonydanzah]

the drueke company

http://www.absolutemichigan.com/search/?linkid=7279

 

[american lockpicker]

the drueke company

http://www.absolutemichigan.com/search/?linkid=7279

Thanks for the link.

 

[snapmom]

I have seen a few on ebaby, 500 is a fair price. They are hard to find.

 

[air]

That is way cool.

My current Chess pieces are manufactured by Drueke, they make very nice stuff. Carved wood, weighted etc...

 

[67427vette]

I understand the OP is looking for more info on this set, but where'd the photos come from???
If this was a dealer awarded item, maybe one of our resident Snap-On franchisees would have some info.

Photos came from my kitchen table. I just got this set as it came up on a local CL posting. I didn't know anything about it but it looked neat and being a Snap On junkie I decided to go take a look at it. The set is brand new and has never been used. The guy I got it from was going to display it in his living room but had some other chess set in there instead. He said the Snap On one just sat in a closet. I believe he said that a friend had given it to him.

I was hoping the same thing regards to some of the Snap On dealers on this board having some info.

That is way cool.

My current Chess pieces are manufactured by Drueke, they make very nice stuff. Carved wood, weighted etc...

The board is nicely made and all of the the pieces in the miniature box must weigh 10+ lbs at least.

Here are some more pictures:

The toolbox even has liners in it:

 

[mrholeshot]

Thats just plain Bad ***, I'd pay 500 dollars for a set like that. It wouldn't just sit around either

 

[Beerman]

Ok, I gotta ask. How much $$$$$ you'd pay???




Beerman

 

[chadster1]

I vaugely remember seeing that set a couple of years ago. I dont remember what the deal was with it. I dont think that it was a sales award but I could be wrong.

 

[kelwar]

that is just bad a$$ i want that now

 

[Keep]

That thing is very cool thanks for sharing.

I can tell you, making those boards is not easy, one little slip and it sticks out like a sore thumb.

 

[american lockpicker]

So who in this thread plays chess?

 

[Kirbot]

So who in this thread plays chess?

I know how to play, but almost never do.
I'm not any good at it.

 

[jeffk14]

I know how to play, but almost never do.
I'm not any good at it.

^^^What he said.^^ I get bored and lose concentration. Attention span of a turnip.

 

[kelwar]

I know how to play, but almost never do.
I'm not any good at it.

X3 but I still want it

 

[mrholeshot]

So who in this thread plays chess?

I play chess but it is limited to two of my sons. Sometimes it takes a month to play a game. We have a board at each location and make moves via email. I havent won a game in a year, lol

 

[lwlobo]

Awesome. I play chess but not much lately. That's one of the sweetest chess sets I've seen and I look for cool chess sets. I always wanted to make a custom metal set. Maybe some day when my I have a CNC setup in my garage.

 

[catfish]

So who in this thread plays chess?

Rarely , i prefer checkers although i did pick up a peruvian made chess set a couple months back.Wood board , clay pieces all hand painted (Theme : Incas vs Conquistadores).Ridiculous price , something like $40US not including shipping.Also it was fair trade so the workers get treated better than the Chinese slaves.

 

[trainwreck]

I normally hate novelty chess sets, because it's so distracting to remember that Minnie Mouse is the queen and Pluto is the rook. But those pieces look similar enough to staunton pieces that I think it wouldn't be distracting at all. Agreed, that would be neat to have in the garage or even the living room.

 

[mrshaun]

I play and my daughter is actually just arriving at a chess meet, I have tried to teach her, but she will not listen to me.... like they ever do

 

[Stephenw]

Nice set.

Here a guy made a set from bolts...

http://www.instructables.com/id/Nuts-And-Bolts-Chessmen/

 

[67427vette]

So with much thought & regret, I've decided that it 's not practical to have such a nice chess set with a 6 yr old and a 3 yr old, it's just a disaster waiting to happen. It's also a waste to keep this set stored in a closet so I've decided to sell it so someone can truly appreciate it. I figured I would put it up for sale here before other venues as I know there are many Snap On "addicts" like myself that would enjoy and love this set. here's a link to the for sale thread:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=89391