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Over 3.5 hours of instruction from former World Chess Champion  Grandmaster Rustam Kasimdzhanov  Product Description In the first DVD from his series Beating the French Rustam Kasimdzhanov presents a promising White repertoire based upon 3.Nc3. Topic of this DVD is the position following 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.Nc3 Bb4 4.e5, in which the pawn on e5 secures the first player a space advantage in the center and on the queenside. In 13 video lessons the author shows how White has to use his trumps to get an attack on the king or a better endgame. During 3.5 hours of analysis, featuring mostly topical games of top grandmasters, Kasimdzhanov conveys valuable knowledge of attacking ideas, typical maneuvers and plans in an easily understandable way.  Rustam Kasimdzhanov. Born in 1979, the grandmaster from Uzbekistan has for many years been known as a very strong and imaginative player. However in 2004 Rustam Kasimdzhanov (pronounced Kah-zeem-jha-nov) shocked the chess world by winning the FIDE world chess championship title, beating a string of world-class players like Ivanchuk, Grischuk, Topalov and Adams in the process. Kasimdzhanov is a very deep player, who is able to explain chess ideas in an eloquent, lucid style, with a fine touch of humor. His lessons are both entertaining and instructive perfect for students who seek to avoid dry theory. System requirements: Pentium-Processor at 300 Mhz or higher, 64 MB RAM, Windows XP, Windows Vista, DVD drive, mouse, soundcard.

Master the art of winning with the black pieces alongside one of the most creative grandmasters in chess history. In this exclusive clearance video course from US CHESS, Alexei Shirov personally guides you through the critical strategies and psychological decisions required to triumph as Black. Discover how to choose between aggressive, risk-taking play and patient, positional maneuvering to exploit White's mistakes. Shirov answers the essential questions every competitive player faces, drawing directly from his own legendary career and his deep run in the 2007 World Cup. Learn how his approach evolved over time and how you can apply these powerful lessons to your own games, especially in high-pressure situations like knockout tournaments where a win with Black is mandatory. This 6 hour and 45 minute DVD presentation is packed with original and amazing ideas that have delighted chess fans for decades. Shirov, often compared to the legendary Mikhail Tal for his dazzling style, shares the insights that propelled him to the world's elite at a young age. You will gain a profound understanding of opening preparation, strategic choice, and the winning mindset needed to secure victories from the more challenging side of the board. Visit USCHFSALES.com to add this invaluable resource to your training library at a special clearance price. Elevate your game with proven strategies from a world-class competitor and start turning your black pieces into a formidable weapon.

If you want to win with Black, you must decide which is the best strategy to achieve your aim. Should you take risks and go for the win right from move one, or should you patiently set about achieving equality and then wait for mistakes by White? Which opening should you choose and what is the role played by opening preparation? What can you do when you even have to win with Black, because, e.g., a match can only be saved by a win with Black in the very last game a situation which has become all the more familiar because of the ever-rising number of knock-out tournaments. Alexei Shirov tries to answer these questions by referring to his own games as Black. In doing so, he describes how his own attitude to this problem has changed over his career, right up to his successes in the 2007 World Cup in Khanty-Mansiysk, in which he reached the final. Video running time: 6 h 45 m. Alexei Shirov was born in Riga just like world champion Mihail Tal, and also his playing style reminds many chess fans of the young Tal. In the beginning of the 90s, a comet-like rise brought the young Latvian to the world top within the shortest of time. Being no older than 22 years, he already had an Elo rating of nearly 2750 and belonged to the absolute elite. Since then Shirov has been one of the best players in the world, delighting all chess fans with original and amazing ideas on the board. System requirements: Pentium-Processor at 300 Mhz or higher, 64 MB RAM, Windows XP, Windows Vista, DVD drive, mouse, soundcard

Master the art of the ambush with "Tricks and Traps: 1. d4 Openings, Volume 2" by Grandmaster Nigel Davies, available now at US CHESS. In competitive chess, the opening phase is fraught with hidden dangers and clever deceptions waiting to ensnare the unprepared player. This essential DVD transforms you from potential victim into a strategic hunter, arming you with the knowledge to both avoid pitfalls and launch your own devastating attacks. Grandmaster Davies meticulously catalogs a wide array of surprises that can emerge after 1. d4, from brilliant sacrificial ideas to cunning move-order tricks. He organizes these traps into clear categories, making the complex material accessible and immediately useful for players at every skill level. You'll not only learn classic opening snares but also discover rare and little-known ploys that can catch even experienced opponents off guard. Beyond mere memorization, Davies provides crucial psychological insights into the trapping mindset. He evaluates the practical likelihood of each trap's success in real tournament play, teaching you when to spring the perfect ambush. This deep understanding will sharpen your overall strategic vision and tactical alertness. With four hours of expert video instruction, you gain a powerful edge. Nigel Davies, an International Grandmaster since 1993 and a renowned coach, has a proven talent for explaining sophisticated ideas in a clear, engaging manner. Elevate your game and start turning the tables on your opponents. Visit US CHESS at uscfsales.com to add this invaluable resource to your training library and begin playing with more confidence and cunning today.

Tricks and traps, especially in the opening, are a dangerous reality of competitive chess. All sorts of surprises await the unwary player, from devastating sacrifices to cunning move order ploys. A knowledge of such ideas is essential if a player wants to be the hunter rather than the victim. On this DVD Davies presents a variety of tricks and traps that can arise after 1.d4 by White, breaking them down into a number of different categories. The examples are designed to appeal to players of every level and feature a wide variety of systems. Besides coverage of some of the classics, Davies reveals some little known ploys and explains how likely these traps are to succeed. Accordingly the viewer should gain some psychological insights into the art of trapping and this should help his game as a whole. Video running time: 4 hours Nigel Davies has been an International Grandmaster since 1993 and is a former British Open Quickplay and U21 Champion. Besides his playing accomplishments he is an experienced chess coach with an ability to explain chess ideas players of any level. He is an acknowledged expert on 1.g3 having played it on numerous occasions in his own games System requirements: Pentium-Processor at 300 Mhz or higher, 64 MB RAM, Windows XP, Windows Vista, DVD drive, mouse, soundcard

The Queen's Gambit Declined Exchange Variation is one of the most important opening systems, having been played by most of the great players in history and from both sides of the board. The most outstanding specialists in this method of play include Garry Kasparov, Mikhail Botvinnik and Samuel Reshevsky whilst the Black side has been championed by such notables as Anatoly Karpov, Boris Spassky and Paul Keres. It is truly an opening of champions. Characterised by an early resolution of central tension, the asymmetrical pawn structure leads to a variety of plans and ideas for both sides. One of the most traditional strategies for White is the minority attack which attempts to extend White's influence along the half open c-file. There are also sharper plans available such as an advance of White's central pawn majority or even castling long and going for a pawn storm on the kingside. On this DVD Nigel Davies explains these strategies in detail through a series of instructive games. Armed with this understanding the viewer will then be able to play this opening with either colour and always know what plans are available. Davies also shows how these plans can be used in openings with a similar pawn structure such as the Gruenfeld Defence and Caro-Kann, making this DVD valuable for those who would like to improve their knowledge of chess strategy in general. Video running time: 4 hours. Nigel Davies has been an International Grandmaster since 1993 and is a former British Open Quickplay and U21 Champion. He has played the f4 Sicilian with both colours and was involved in developing the theory of the 2.f4 d5 gambit variation.

Master one of chess history's most revered and enduring opening systems with Grandmaster Nigel Davies' in-depth DVD, "Queen's Gambit Declined Exchange Variation." This essential instructional guide, available now at US CHESS, explores the strategic battleground favored by legends like Kasparov, Botvinnik, Karpov, and Spassky. Characterized by an early resolution in the center, this opening leads to rich, asymmetrical pawn structures brimming with strategic possibilities for both White and Black. On this comprehensive four-hour DVD, GM Davies meticulously breaks down the core plans and ideas that have defined this champion's opening. You will gain a deep understanding of classic strategic weapons like the powerful minority attack, as well as sharper approaches involving central pawn advances and daring kingside storms. Davies presents these concepts through a series of highly instructive master games, providing you with a complete strategic roadmap. This training goes beyond a single opening. Davies expertly demonstrates how the strategic principles learned here apply to other critical systems like the Gruenfeld Defence and the Caro-Kann. This makes the DVD an invaluable resource for any player seeking to fundamentally improve their overall positional understanding and middlegame strategy. Whether you play the white or black pieces, this course equips you with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of the Exchange Variation with confidence. Add this cornerstone of chess strategy to your library and learn from an International Grandmaster with decades of top-level experience. Visit US CHESS at uscfsales.com to secure your copy and advance your game with the wisdom of champions.

Master the strategic complexities of the French Defense with "Understanding Middlegame Strategies Vol. 8: The Winawer Variation" from US CHESS. This comprehensive Fritz Trainer video course, now available at a special clearance price, is your key to navigating one of Black's most proactive and challenging systems. GM Ivan Sokolov expertly guides you through the critical plans and ideas that arise after 3...Bb4, where Black immediately targets White's pawn structure. You will learn how to handle the dynamic tension of this popular line. Black gains pressure against the weak d4 square, while White often seeks counterplay with a kingside attack and spatial advantage. Sokolov's curated game selection demystifies whether the position becomes closed after ...c4 or opens up with dxc5, giving you the strategic understanding to make the right decisions. This package includes nearly four hours of high-quality video instruction where GM Sokolov explains the most important plans. Reinforce your learning with interactive training featuring video feedback and a dedicated database of 30 practical exercises. As an exclusive bonus, you can train directly against Fritz using the included ChessBase app, allowing you to practice authentic Winawer positions at various difficulty levels. Visit US CHESS at uscfsales.com to add this powerful training tool to your library. Elevate your middlegame understanding, learn from a world-class grandmaster, and gain confidence in handling the French Defense's rich strategic battles. This clearance offer makes expert-level instruction more accessible than ever for the serious player.

The French is a complex opening and can lead to a wide variety of middlegames. The Winawer after 3...Bb4 is Black’s most proactive option, immediately weakening White’s pawn structure by doubling their c-pawns. While Black gets to play against the weak square d4, White often gets attacking chances on the kingside and a space advantage. Structurally, this line can lead to closed positions after...c4, or open and dynamic play by white’s structural exchange dxc5. “My game selection is aimed at explaining the most important plans of these strategically complex positions.” (Author GM Ivan Sokolov) • Video running time: 3 hours 55 minutes • Interactive training including video feedback • Database with 30 excercises • Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - Play “French: Winawer” positions against Fritz on various levels System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Defend to the End! One of the most important skills a chessplayer needs is the ability to defend a position that is under siege. In this third volume in the highly acclaimed, best-selling ChessCafe Puzzle Book series, International Grandmaster Karsten Mueller, along with International Master Merijn van Delft, examines and expounds upon the vital defensive concepts and techniques used to repulse enemy attacks. Major topics include (1) Principles and methods of defending; (2) Defending against a direct attack on the king; (3) Countering the initiative; (4) Saving the draw; (5) Passive versus active defense; and (6) Use and development of counterplay. Many of the world's greatest players - Steinitz, Lasker, Petrosian - were famous for their legendary defensive skills. Now International Grandmaster Karsten Mueller along with International Master Merijn van Delft will show you how you can Test and Improve Your Defensive Skill.

Defend to the End! One of the most important skills a chessplayer needs is the ability to defend a position that is under siege. In this third volume in the highly acclaimed, best-selling ChessCafe Puzzle Book series, International Grandmaster Karsten Mueller, along with International Master Merijn van Delft, examines and expounds upon the vital defensive concepts and techniques used to repulse enemy attacks. Major topics include (1) Principles and methods of defending; (2) Defending against a direct attack on the king; (3) Countering the initiative; (4) Saving the draw; (5) Passive versus active defense; and (6) Use and development of counterplay. Many of the world's greatest players - Steinitz, Lasker, Petrosian - were famous for their legendary defensive skills. Now International Grandmaster Karsten Mueller along with International Master Merijn van Delft will show you how you can Test and Improve Your Defensive Skill.

For your purchasing consideration.... The House of Staunton is proud to offer the Zagreb '59 Series Chess set. A full library-sized Chess set, it features a 2.875" King with a 1.3" diameter base. The Chess pieces are hand carved by our master artisans and crafted out of the highest grade woods. The Chess pieces are heavily weighted with luxurious billiard cloth base pads and a beautiful finish. The design of the Zagreb '59 Chess set is an adaptation of the most popular Chess set used at major international Chess tournaments throughout the 1950s and 1960s, most notably the World Championship Candidates Match that was held in Bied, Zagreb in 1959. What is an imperfect item? Imperfect consists of items that are deemed below the House of Staunton's already high quality standards.  Because these products do not meet or exceed our inspection standards, we are able to pass enormous savings to you! You will receive one of these Chess Sets that contains imperfections, which may include some of the following: Many of the pieces have been replaced and do not 100% match the rest of the set (As seen in photographs). There may be other minor imperfections not pictured.   What is the value of this item? If this item were in perfect condition, it would retail for $349.00. THIS ITEM IS AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS... ONCE IT HAS BEEN SOLD, IT WILL BE GONE FOREVER SO ACT FAST! **NOTE** Because this an imperfect item, all sales are final. No refunds, returns or exchanges are allowed**

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Roeland Pruijsses/Nico Zwirs - How to slay the Sicilian Vol.3 - 2...e6 3.d4 and others Do you struggle against the Sicilian? And would you like to play the Open Sicilian but shy away from it because you fear the many lines you might have to learn? Then this video is a must for you! Dutch Grandmaster Roeland Pruijssers and International Master Nico Zwirs created a complete repertoire against the Sicilian that is based on the Open Sicilian and that is easy to learn. They recommend the Maroczy set-up (e4-c4), the English Attack (Be3,f3 and Qd2) and set-ups with Be3/Qf3. Fighting the Sicilian with one of these three setups makes the Open Sicilian much more easy to play. Sometimes this opening approach will lead to transpositions that will baffle players with Black, e.g. if they wanted to play the Najdorf but suddenly find themselves in a line of the Taimanov! This video offers a strong and safe repertoire against the Sicilian and comes with a lot of new and fresh ideas. It is ideal for club players and titled players alike! The whole series is divided in three parts that deal with 2…d6, 2…e6 and 2…Nc6 respectively. The entertaining presentation of Pruijssers and Zwirs help to understand this powerful recipe against one of the most popular openings against 1.e4. Watch the video and get ready to slay the Sicilian! Vol.3: 2…e6 and others Taimanov, Paulsen/Kan, Hybrid System, Pin-Variation, Nimzowitsch 2…Nf6, O‘ Kelly 2…a6, Hyper-Accelerated Dragon 2…g6 • Video running time: 10 hours (English) • With interactive training including video feedback • Extra: Further Training chapter with repertoire and play features

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Roeland Pruijsses/Nico Zwirs - How to slay the Sicilian Vol.3 - 2...e6 3.d4 and others Do you struggle against the Sicilian? And would you like to play the Open Sicilian but shy away from it because you fear the many lines you might have to learn? Then this video is a must for you! Dutch Grandmaster Roeland Pruijssers and International Master Nico Zwirs created a complete repertoire against the Sicilian that is based on the Open Sicilian and that is easy to learn. They recommend the Maroczy set-up (e4-c4), the English Attack (Be3,f3 and Qd2) and set-ups with Be3/Qf3. Fighting the Sicilian with one of these three setups makes the Open Sicilian much more easy to play. Sometimes this opening approach will lead to transpositions that will baffle players with Black, e.g. if they wanted to play the Najdorf but suddenly find themselves in a line of the Taimanov! This video offers a strong and safe repertoire against the Sicilian and comes with a lot of new and fresh ideas. It is ideal for club players and titled players alike! The whole series is divided in three parts that deal with 2…d6, 2…e6 and 2…Nc6 respectively. The entertaining presentation of Pruijssers and Zwirs help to understand this powerful recipe against one of the most popular openings against 1.e4. Watch the video and get ready to slay the Sicilian! Vol.3: 2…e6 and others Taimanov, Paulsen/Kan, Hybrid System, Pin-Variation, Nimzowitsch 2…Nf6, O‘ Kelly 2…a6, Hyper-Accelerated Dragon 2…g6 • Video running time: 10 hours (English) • With interactive training including video feedback • Extra: Further Training chapter with repertoire and play features

This disk is a perfect tool for players looking for a complicated battle against 1.d4. The author suggests the King’s Indian Defence and shows with a number of examples how realistic Black’s chances are in this opening to get a complex structure with the most serious attacking potential. Apart from theoretical information, the disk also contains structural insights and an array of ideas which will enable you to include this opening into your repertoire – immediately and with tangible success! The extended 2nd edition is based principally on games which have been played in the last three years with, as Black, either the author himself or top King’s Indian expert Teimor Radjabov. This has resulted in the creation of a work on the King’s Indian which not only gives deep insights into the variations and plans but also presents the most up–to–date state of affairs in this dynamic and active opening. Video running time: 7 hours Rustam Kasimdzhanov. Born in 1979, the grandmaster from Uzbekistan has for many years been known as a very strong and imaginative player. However in 2004 Rustam Kasimdzhanov (pronounced "Kah-zeem-jha-nov") shocked the chess world by winning the FIDE world chess championship title, beating a string of world-class players like Ivanchuk, Grischuk, Topalov and Adams in the process. Kasimdzhanov is a very deep player, who is able to explain chess ideas in an eloquent, lucid style, with a fine touch of humour. His lessons are both entertaining and instructive – perfect for students who seek to avoid "dry" theory. A World Champion's Guide TO THE KING’S INDIAN System requirements: Pentium-Processor at 300 Mhz or higher, 64 MB RAM, Windows XP, Windows Vista, DVD drive, mouse, soundcard

This disk is a perfect tool for players looking for a complicated battle against 1.d4. The author suggests the King’s Indian Defence and shows with a number of examples how realistic Black’s chances are in this opening to get a complex structure with the most serious attacking potential. Apart from theoretical information, the disk also contains structural insights and an array of ideas which will enable you to include this opening into your repertoire – immediately and with tangible success! The extended 2nd edition is based principally on games which have been played in the last three years with, as Black, either the author himself or top King’s Indian expert Teimor Radjabov. This has resulted in the creation of a work on the King’s Indian which not only gives deep insights into the variations and plans but also presents the most up–to–date state of affairs in this dynamic and active opening. Video running time: 7 hours Rustam Kasimdzhanov. Born in 1979, the grandmaster from Uzbekistan has for many years been known as a very strong and imaginative player. However in 2004 Rustam Kasimdzhanov (pronounced "Kah-zeem-jha-nov") shocked the chess world by winning the FIDE world chess championship title, beating a string of world-class players like Ivanchuk, Grischuk, Topalov and Adams in the process. Kasimdzhanov is a very deep player, who is able to explain chess ideas in an eloquent, lucid style, with a fine touch of humour. His lessons are both entertaining and instructive – perfect for students who seek to avoid "dry" theory. A World Champion's Guide TO THE KING’S INDIAN System requirements: Pentium-Processor at 300 Mhz or higher, 64 MB RAM, Windows XP, Windows Vista, DVD drive, mouse, soundcard