WE Games Go Game Set 12 Inch - Traditional Go Set with Pull-Out Storage Drawers, Portable Wood Veneer Goban, Strategy Board Games for Adults, Go Board Game

This is a well made set, and is priced right for someone who is starting their Go experience. It looks great, but does not cost a lot.

Great beginner board. This was my first board. It's smaller than a standard size board, but still has a full 19 x 19 grid. The drawers for the stones are very convenient. I didn't have any quality problems other reviews mention--the board was in fine quality and all the stones were there. One thing that's important, though, is that the instructions for gameplay that come with the board are very poor. It seems like it was a very poor translation to English. You're much better off reading the rules online somewhere. If you're just starting out, Chinese rules might be simpler, but if you're in the US, you'll play mostly Japanese rules (AGA rules aren't very much different from Japanese rules either).

Pros: Go Board crafted well, nice overall structure the pieces though small feel very nice, not meant to play in a automobile or flismy table. Texture of board is very nice and lines are bold and cleanly markedCons: Board was chipped on bottom corners (seen in picture below) wish I could get a new one as it causes splinters and over time will break.Pieces are small around size of skittles, however for the compact of the board itself this can be overlooked.

This is a decent little Go board, but it isn't anything special. The board is durably constructed, but the painted on lines may eventually fade over time if the board is used extensively. The trays on either side are adequate for holding the pieces (which were included with the board).My only real complaint about this board is the pieces are functional but they are pretty cheap, but for the price I really shouldn't be complaining. It would have been nice if the trays had latches to keep them shut during transport.The true Go aficionado will probably turn his/her nose down at this product (some Go boards are nothing short of being considered works of art), but if you are a casual player or are just starting the hobby this is an excellent buy to get you started.

received game in perfect condition. very good quality board with drawers and playing pieces.. THANK YOU.!Below, in RED, it reads:" Please write at least 20 words describing your experience with this item. Repeated words don't count. "I think it is weird that I have to write at least 20 words for the review to 'continue' or whatever.I'm just trying to think of different words to write so this can be done....I live in at the Oregon Veterans Home. I'm disabled and can only get around in a wheelchair that the VAgave to me. I have a lot of pain due to a gun shot wound received in combat in Vietnam in October of 1967.I have a lot to deal with as it is but still wanted to do the review for this GO Game that I purchased.I will not do any more reviews because of this 20 word thing. Well, I think I wrote more than 20 words.Will some folks write complaints against me now?

Clever design to have two draws to keep the pieces. When unpacking, I made the mistake of removing the game pieces from the plastic bags. This caused may pieces to ‘fall’ out of the drawer and get ‘lost’ in the interior of the case. The drawers are NOT removable, so getting the lost pieces back out of the case took some time and a few expletives.You MUST keep the pieces in a bag that fits into the drawers, so that when moving (or storing on its side, as I need to) the game board pieces do end up in a parallel ‘case’ universe.The board size is (12 x 12 inches), though playable, could (with hindsight) have been bigger.The pieces are small (dia ~ 1.2 CM) and light (0.4 gr or 0.01 oz each). Difficult to play outside with a little wind since the pieces easily shift on the board when ‘blown’ or touched when you add / remove a piece. Large hands, as I have, are also a challenge, when working with the pieces.Good starter / beginner set, even though the included rules are minimalistic. Better to go to your local “GO” association. In my case the American Go Association (https://www.usgo.org) to see the game rules and practice.

Amazing quality and craftsmanship. For the price it’s a steal!

One thing everyone should know before buying this board is the is is SMALLER than a normal board. It follows that the board will have smaller pieces so buying fancier pieces to replace the plastic ones will be a waste of money. The dimensions are in the description. The sliding drawers do not have any type of seal, but if you absolutely need one, I'm sure your local hobby shop or hardware store will have something to fix that. With that being said, I really like this board. I play for fun and have little money for extra things like this so this works well. It is easy to transport in its box. Unlike some of the other reviewers, I had no problem with lines rubbing off during shipping. Mine came in a larger box with many plastic air bags for cushioning and had no damage what so ever. The durability rating has no basis as I have yet to do anything damaging to it. From how it feels, dropping the board from waist height could possibly break it. I, however, do not plan on testing my theory.