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04-04-2006, 11:34 PM
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42.7 percent of all statistics are made up on the spot.
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Sunny California
Posts: 178
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Weta Kong Chess
Just got my Weta Kong chess set from Fireside 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 Bob at Fireside 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!!!
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04-05-2006, 12:36 AM
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What happens if you get scared half to death twice?
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 1,605
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Nice! Aren't their suppose to be more chess pieces?
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04-05-2006, 12:45 AM
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42.7 percent of all statistics are made up on the spot.
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Sunny California
Posts: 178
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Originally Posted by Virsago
Nice! Aren't their suppose to be more chess pieces?
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More pieces?!? That's why I got such a good deal! I got ripped off!! That explains why I was having such a hard time playing...
(Actually, I just didn't get them all out for the picture. They're all in there, I promise!)
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04-05-2006, 09:07 PM
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A day without sunshine is like... night.
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Vancouver, BC, CAN
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That looks great !!! 
I want one.............  
What's good price for them these days??
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04-05-2006, 09:49 PM
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Mod Guru
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: New York/Spain
Posts: 12,787
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Congrats. That looks awesome.
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04-06-2006, 02:20 AM
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What's another word for Thesaurus?
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Australia
Posts: 2,308
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I really like this ... looks to be a great piece I may just have to pick this up
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04-06-2006, 12:42 PM
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Statue Forum MacDaddy
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Scotland
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would you be able to post some more pictures?
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04-06-2006, 06:00 PM
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42.7 percent of all statistics are made up on the spot.
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Sunny California
Posts: 178
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Sure! I'll try to get some more pics in the next day or two. It's a great set, and I was able to pick it up for less than $250. Well worth it, IMO.
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04-07-2006, 12:06 PM
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A day without sunshine is like... night.
Join Date: Nov 2004
Posts: 225
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Originally Posted by tomandshell
Just got my Weta Kong chess set from Fireside 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 Bob at Fireside 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!!!
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Been looking for a interesting chess set for awhile and after seeing the photos you posted I ordered one from Fireside last night. Let you know what I think when it arrives.
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04-12-2006, 07:48 PM
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A day without sunshine is like... night.
Join Date: Nov 2004
Posts: 225
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I received the Kong Chess set yesterday. When I picked up the box by the back door I thought Kong must still be in it! When you set this baby down it ain't moving anywhere.
Fireside shipped the set out fast and it arrived in good condition. Beautiful detail on the chess board, even my wife likes it. One of the nicest chess sets I have seen.
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