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David Hafler

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The day I met David Hafler, Electronics whizz and chess set collector.

11/02/2009
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10/29/2009
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Lathes and Sets

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An exploration of the practical influences on chess set manufacture

09/27/2009
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Wreck of the Halsewell 1786

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A description (from various sources) of the Wreck of the Eastindiaman the Haleswell, and the chess pieces found thereon

09/06/2009
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How to French Polish.

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A 17th century guide to French polishing.

08/27/2009
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Dating Chart.

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A chart to help with dating antique chess sets

08/23/2009
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Dating 19c Sets

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An assesment of the dating of 19th century chess sets. / Including some of the lesser known designs as well as the more famous ones

08/03/2009
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Luca Pacioli

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A short article on the difficulties of identifying early chess pieces.

07/07/2009
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Simpsons in the Strand

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Abrief overview of the history of the Grand Cigar Divan in London

06/26/2009
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Kilarney Chessmen by Mick.

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An article about Irish chess sets in the 19c.

05/26/2009

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Name
Alan Dewey
Email
Location
alandewey@hotmail.co.uk
Bio
Hi, I'm a retired chess set restorer.Look a bit like an old Jack Nicholson (after he's been in a car crash and come off worst)But I like to thi... (More)
Gender
Male
Phone
07944042970
Website
http://www.chessspy.co.uk/
Occupation
antiques restorer (retired)
Interests
Antique Chess Sets
Lately I've been reading
About the Edinburgh Upright set design, (c1840)
Lately I've been writing
A skit about Catman and Dobbin, entitled 'The Missing Years' more later
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