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Minimalist Portable Chess Set
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NEW V2 version with counters out now! Check it out here: This elegant chess set combines minimalist design and practicality. The hinged board prints in place with no assembly required.The geometric chess pieces fit neatly into the foldable chess board, making it perfect for travel. Choosing ColorsFor the squares and rim simply use the coloring tool.For the piece symbols inside the board go to the "Objects" tab and change the filament for “pieces-symbols”. This ensures better print quality than with the coloring tool.PrintingI recommend:25% grid infill and 3 wallsconcentric bottom surface pattern (for nice squares)smooth build plateoptional: If you have adhesion issues, use a brim. I recommend the mouse-ear brims available in OrcaSlicer.Post-ProcessingThere is generally no need for any post-processing.The clasping mechanism is designed to be a bit on the tighter end, just in case. Should it be too tight for your taste, simply file off a little bit off the two nubs to make it smo
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