Draughts board – mini draughts game in acrylic, 16 × 16 cm

Waiting at the campsite, an afternoon on the train or a rainy day on holiday. With the mini draughts game in PLEXIGLAS^®, you always have a quick game with you. The compact draughts board with laser-engraved squares is made for your rucksack. It is small and light. It is also sturdy enough to cope with life on the road. A moment of waiting becomes a moment of playing together.

What changes for you

• You always have something to do on the go. The handy board measures approx. 16 x 16 cm and fits in any bag.
• You can take the game camping, to the lake or on your travels. The weatherproof acrylic copes with knocks and moisture.
• You can still see the squares clearly after many games. The laser engraving is durable and does not fade.
• You keep track while you play. The pieces come in clear transparent and grey transparent, so they are easy to tell apart.
• You give something special instead of mass-produced goods. The game is laser-cut in Bütic's own production in Pößneck.

Why this mini draughts game makes a difference day to day

A good travel game is one you don't have to think about. Pack it, unpack it, play. That is exactly what this draughts board does. It is ready whenever a chance comes up. It turns waiting time into time together. The clear, transparent look is modern and tidy. It suits a camping table or your coffee table at home.

Material & finish

The board and pieces are made of sturdy, weatherproof branded acrylic. That is why the set gets through camping and travel without damage. The squares are laser-engraved. This gives clean, precise lines. The engraving is highly durable and does not fade. We make both parts ourselves by laser in our own production in Pößneck. The result is a long-lasting game for many rounds to come.

Dimensions & technical details

• Board: approx. 16 x 16 cm (height x width)
• Material: weatherproof, sturdy acrylic (PLEXIGLAS^®)
• Board colour: transparent, clear, colourless
• Pieces: 12x clear transparent and 12x grey transparent
• Squares laser-engraved, highly durable engraving that does not fade
• 25-piece set in total

How to use the mini draughts game

• Camping: After dinner, put the board on the folding table. Soon there's a little tournament in front of the tent. A few raindrops won't spoil it.
• Train or car journeys: A game of draughts makes the trip feel shorter. And the children forget to ask when you'll finally get there, at least for a while.
• As a gift: For a birthday, as a small present or in an Advent calendar. A laser-engraved acrylic game is a gift idea that actually gets used.
• In a café or holiday flat: Put it out as a game for guests and invite them to stay a while. The hard-wearing material also stands up to frequent use.

Good to know about draughts

Draughts is one of Europe's classic board games. It is played on the same chequered board as chess. But the rules take only a few minutes to explain. That makes it an ideal travel game. Anyone can join in straight away, from children to grandparents.

Care & durability

There's not much to do. If needed, just wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid abrasive or harsh cleaners so the clear surface stays nice for a long time. The engraving itself lasts and does not fade.

Options & what's included

• 24x acrylic draughts pieces – 12x colourless transparent and 12x grey transparent
• 1x acrylic draughts board – colourless transparent, laser-engraved

Frequently asked questions

How big is the board? The draughts board measures approx. 16 x 16 cm. It is compact enough for a rucksack, hand luggage or glovebox.

Is the game suitable for outdoors? Yes. The acrylic is weatherproof and sturdy. So you can use it when camping, in the garden or on the beach.

Will the engraving fade over time? No. The squares are laser-engraved and stay clearly visible without fading.

Where does the game come from? The board and pieces are laser-made in our own production in Pößneck.

Acrylic and engraving are only part of the story. The best part is the moment when waiting on the road turns into a game everyone gets caught up in. Just pack the mini draughts game. The next chance to play is sure to come.