Some Information and Tips on Backgammon Sets

Backgammon sets are as varied as the players who own them. In many cases, the styles of sets for playing backgammon reflect the personal style of the owner. Here’s some general information about backgammon playing sets and where to find them.

The best place to buy backgammon playing sets is the Internet. There are a number of reputable sites for backgammon sets that carry a wide variety of attractive backgammon game setups. Prices range from about $50.00 to $300.00 and above. Depending on what you’re looking for, materials for backgammon game sets can include vinyl, leatherette, leather, fabric, wood and aluminum. Higher end game sets for backgammon are manufactured all over the world. Following is a brief list of manufacturers and the types of sets available from them.

Crisloid: These American-made sets feature a cork lined playing surface. Crisloid game sets for playing backgammon feature the attaché-type folding board with carrying handle. Holders for chips, dice and dice cups are built in to keep everything in place when carrying the set. Crisloid sets include 4 dice, 2 dice cups lined with cork, marbleized chips and a large doubling cube. Available in a variety of colors, these sets sell for between $100.00 and $200.00.

Manopoulos: These sets are made in Greece. Manopoulos sets are handmade from carefully chosen hardwoods and wood veneers that include walnut and mahogany. With color-accented and natural beechwood points, most sets include decorative inlay. Color choices are blue, green and black. Wood choices are mahogany, oak and walnut. An excellent value among game sets for playing backgammon, Manopoulos sets sell for about $150.00 to $200.00.

Dal Negro: Dal Negro is located in Italy and makes gaming items like card, chess sets and backgammon sets. Available with hardwood frames like mahogany, Dal Negro backgammon sets feature an inlaid game board that has maple and ebony points. The exterior has striking pinwheel design in inlaid walnut. Chips are also made of durable hardwoods like boxwood. Expect to spend $180.00 to $800.00 for one of Dal Negro’s sets for backgammon play.

From inexpensive discount-store sets to premium and custom backgammon sets, a serious player can choose from a wide-range of backgammon sets for playing that reflect his personal taste, style and dedication to the game.