I have combined this board with pawns "Valerian" Philos 2211 (). Together they form a very nice set. The board feels smooth and even, as befits a decent inlay work, even if the inlaid dark fields to the light with a strong grain. In addition, one must watch out that the edge veneer not repels at the corners of the board. For transport, it is useful to keep the original package. For a board in the price segment below 30 very decent.