Reddit mentions of DGT North American Chess Clock and Game Timer

DGT North American Chess Clock and Game Timer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00312D2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_H44-Ab7Y8CEMR

Here's some advice:

• Get a chess timer on amazon: This is a popular club one that people love https://www.amazon.com/DGT-North-American-Chess-Clock/dp/B00312D2OU/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1506723291&sr=8-6&keywords=chess+timer
  
  
• If you don't want to get one, then you can download the lichess app on your mobile phone, and that comes with a timer as well for OTB games.
  
  
• Set it to 15 + 10 (15 minute start, 10 second intervals added after each turn)
  
  That's a fun place to start.

My absolutely favorite clock, the DGT North American. Would highly recommend!

Look for a digital clock with a delay (and/or increment). This one seems to be popular for its price range.

I bought the DGT North American a while back (2 actually) and have been very happy with it. I was a bit unsure before buying it, but now having owned it I'd definitely buy the same one again.

Simplest would be to phone first and ask. Or just go and see. If the players are expected to bring sets & clocks, only half the players need bring them. :-)

Also, if you are a beginner or a low rated player, there's a strong chance your opponents won't want to play with a clock. If you're going to play in a tournament, this is the equipment I have:

https://www.chesshouse.com/collections/club-chess-sets/products/heavy-club-chess-set

https://www.chesshouse.com/products/24-x-8-x-3-deluxe-chess-bag

https://www.amazon.com/DGT-North-American-Chess-Clock/dp/B00312D2OU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1543274913&sr=8-3&keywords=dgt+north+american+chess+clock

The "board" I have is vinyl and is by far the most common one you'll see OTB. Tournaments may provide a paper "board". There's nothing wrong with vinyl boards as long as you look after them - always roll them up with the playing surface facing outwards so they'll lay flat. "Boards" made of mousepad or flex material are also popular. Silicon ones are either a love or hate proposition, as they won't allow chess pieces to slide over them. I also have a leather roll-up board, which is my favourite.

The colours of roll-up "boards" are up to you; I'm not aware of any regulations regarding them. You'll most commonly see green and buff "boards" but brown or blue and buff is also common. Use your common sense and get one that isn't distracting or hard on the eyes.

You'll want a board at least 20" square with 2.25" squares. The chess pieces should have at least a 3.75" king. An extra queen in both colours is nice.

From what I have seen chess clock apps are best suited to straight time controls with no delays or increments. Not saying its not out there but I haven't seen it.

This is what I use and its undoubtedly much more suited to tournament play than any app.

DGT North American http://www.amazon.com/DGT-North-American-Chess-Clock/dp/B00312D2OU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397285396&sr=8-1&keywords=dgt+north+american

The DGT 2010 SG is more suited for FIDE time controls.

http://www.amazon.com/DGT-North-American-Chess-Clock/dp/B00312D2OU

These are the standard tournament set, vinyl boards with weighted plastic Staunton pieces, dark squares not the same color as the pieces.

https://www.amazon.com/Tournament-Chess-Heavyweight-Durable-Strategy/dp/B00CDFTYJ8/

Clocks are important too.

https://www.amazon.com/DGT-North-American-Chess-Clock/dp/B00312D2OU/

I was recently gifted a DGT North American as a second clock for bughouse purposes. I like the design and build quality so far, and appreciate that the lever on top is less obnoxiously loud than the Saitek Mephisto (now discontinued, link is to its replacement) that I have. Both are fine clocks!

It's available on amazon and is available for prime shipping

http://www.amazon.com/DGT-North-American-Chess-Clock/dp/B00312D2OU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404485546&sr=8-1&keywords=dgt+north+american+chess+clock

I haven't used the DGT North American that I can remember, so I can't compare the two. You're right though, they are similarly priced and the DGT does look nicer. It is something the OP should definitely check out.

DGT NA: http://www.amazon.com/DGT-North-American-Chess-Clock/dp/B00312D2OU

I was just basing my response on my personal experience. We've used about 20 of the Saiteks with elementary students, and while they may not feel as solid as some of the others, they have stood up very well to the beatings that kids can deliver. Just my .02.

https://www.amazon.com/North-American-Chess-Clock-timer/dp/B00312D2OU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1484058946&sr=8-3&keywords=dgt+chess+clock