# Bullet Shell Board Games This Chess Set is Made From Real Weapons By Davina Sinnatamby | Published 2014-04-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-shell-chess-set References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/364818/A-Hand-Crafted-Chess-Set-Made-Of-Real-Bullet-Shells/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/OldeWorldCC) Olde World Collectibles & Creations is an online store that has turned the elegant game of chess into something for a manly man by creating a handcrafted chest set made out of real bullet shells. The ‘.50 Caliber Bullet Shell Chess Set’ includes chess pieces made from .50 caliber bullet shell casings. The shells have been curled, bent and manipulated to resemble the traditional chess pieces such as the bishops, knights and queens. Individually cut and prepared squares were welded to a steel frame to form the chess board. The light squares are polished natural steel and the dark ones are hand-painted. You can check out this chess set and many other unusual gift ideas on at Olde World Collectibles & Creations Etsy shop online. This gift is ideal for a chess lover who would appreciate a twist on the classic game. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Personalized Game Accessories:** Handcrafted chess sets and other game accessories made from unconventional materials provide a unique twist on traditional games. - **Upcycled Home Decor:** Repurposed bullet shells and other unconventional materials are being transformed into stylish and edgy home decor pieces. - **Artistic Metalworking:** Artisans are using their metalworking skills to create intricate and visually stunning pieces, such as chess sets made from bullet shells. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gift and Novelty:** The gift and novelty industry can capitalize on the demand for unique and unconventional gifts, such as bullet shell chess sets. - **Craft and Artisan:** Craft and artisan businesses specializing in metalworking can tap into the market for handcrafted and artistic home decor pieces made from unconventional materials. - **Online Marketplaces:** Online marketplaces like Etsy can serve as platforms for artisans to showcase and sell their unique creations, including bullet shell chess sets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Game Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-board-game.md) - [Celestial Anti-Conflict Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/another-kingdom-light-stage-chess-set.md) - [Chess-Themed Art Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/checkmate-collection.md) - [Ceramic Chess Seating Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-chess.md) - [Opulent Automotive Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-chess-set.md) - [War-Inspired 3D-Printed Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindachess-s.md) - [Minimalist Artful Chessboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarek-elkassouf.md) - [Artful Wearable Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ha-mat-set.md) - [Electromagnetic Conduction Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masteek-lightup-chess-set.md)