First Plastic Deck

[jthix]

I just got my first plastic deck. Unfotunatly, due to tight budget right now, I could only really afford to go to Wal Mart and get a deck of the cheap Vegas Brand plastic cards. I know a lot of you here play with much nicer decks, but I'm happy with the Vegas cards for now. They may be cheap, but I know they are way better than a plastic coated deck I could get at the same price.

What are a few brands that are nicer than Vegas, but not too much more expensive?

[Milo]

On a value for $$$ basis, you will not find anything better than Copag or Desjgn cards.  Simply put, they are the best value for the dollar.  And I am a devout Modiano lover.  Both are a great card, and each type has unique features that make them a wonderful value.

[sunderB]

What are a few brands that are nicer than Vegas, but not too much more expensive?

The pic is missing in this thread : http://forums.homepokertourney.com/index.php/topic,11965.0.html

But You can pick them up at retail outlets in the US for about $3-$4 per deck.  I have these and the Vegas cards and IMO, these are miles ahead of the Vegas cards (Vegas cards are prettier, but WOW are they ridiculously slick).  The Hoyle Club Casino cards actually handle pretty well.  They are not comparable to copag/Modiano/DalNegro/Kem or any of the other higher end cards, but in a pinch for a couple bucks, they serve a purpose well.

Here is nutN's review : http://www.homepokertourney.com/reviews/cards-review-club-casino.htm

That being said, I tend to agree with Milo, if you want nice cards, put some money aside until you can buy a higher end setup.  You can always find specials from Caragails or Trident here on HPT.

[Milo]

I have learned the same lesson with Chips.  Do not "settle", and think that what you buy will be sufficient.  The little niggly things will become HUGE in short order.  Save your pennies and buy a GOOD QUALITY set-up of cards.  As you cannot get samples like you can with chips, I suggest you scan the reviews on this site, and then save the $$$ until you can afford the one that strikes a chord with you.


Or, do what I did, and get one of everything . . . and more of what you like.     

[drillrod]

If you only need one deck, and not a setup, you could go with a deck of Bicycle Prestige, which you can find in lots of normal retail outlets for about $7 or $8 a deck.

They're poker sized with the same faces that most of grew up with, so that's a plus for lots of folks. They're not the finest cards but they're nicer than I expected, honestly. BTW, be sure to get the ones that come in a hard black cardboard case. They're much better than the ones that come in a clear case.

[FSL009]

In AUS we pay alot for the Copag, Kems and other plastic cards retail more than $20 a set up sometimes that for one deck.

atlhough i would recommend supporting the poker suppliers on here when comparing prices check out Amazon as well.  I found them much cheaper to land into Aus than the local prices.

cheers

[jthix]

I just aquired a deck of Bicycle Prestige and they are WAY better than the Vegas ones. I really like them. When I first took them out of the box and felt them for the first time I couldn't believe how paper like they felt.

What I really want to get is a set of Kems, Bridge size, 4 Pip

[Detroitdad]

I just aquired a deck of Bicycle Prestige and they are WAY better than the Vegas ones. I really like them. When I first took them out of the box and felt them for the first time I couldn't believe how paper like they felt.

What I really want to get is a set of Kems, Bridge size, 4 Pip

Where do you live? if its in the states I will send you a setup of plastic cards to welcome you to HPT. If your outside the states, sorry.

I don't know what setup I will send, I have to go through my inventory.

B

[bigstu]

It's ez for us to say hey spend the $15 -20 for a good setup .... but the truth of the matter is that unless you are hosting multi table games or get hooked by the bug and must try everything,  a decent setup will last you 5 -10 years maybe even longer.
$3 a month or 3 vs $15 for a lifetime!

[jthix]

Where do you live? if its in the states I will send you a setup of plastic cards to welcome you to HPT

Right now, I'm living in COllege Station, TX and in about a month's time I'll probably be in Huntsville, AL for the summer (but there is a chance I'll still be here in TX).

You don't have to do that, but if you want to, thanks! I can send you a PM of my mailing address if you'd like.

[Detroitdad]

Where do you live? if its in the states I will send you a setup of plastic cards to welcome you to HPT

Right now, I'm living in COllege Station, TX and in about a month's time I'll probably be in Huntsville, AL for the summer (but there is a chance I'll still be here in TX).

You don't have to do that, but if you want to, thanks! I can send you a PM of my mailing address if you'd like.

It will be a Bridge Size Set Up if that is ok (otherwise your on your own). PM me your name/addy. I will send it out. I will try tomorrow, but I can't promise. If not tomorrow, then on SUN.

I know I don't have to, but HPT is my favorite non home place to be. As with any forum, we've had a few bad apples here and there, but over all this is a great community.

B

[sleepyEDB]

Nobody offered to send me any cards when I joined the site...<sniffle> 

    


sleepy

[Detroitdad]

Nobody offered to send me any cards when I joined the site...<sniffle> 

    


sleepy

quit your whining

[sleepyEDB]

quit your whining

No, you can't make me...I'm taking my dice chips and I'm going home!   


sleepy

[Detroitdad]

quit your whining

No, you can't make me...I'm taking my dice chips and I'm going home!   


sleepy

Tell you what, you ever make it to game at my place. I will donate a couple of card protector chips, and set up of cards as a welcoming gift...............It will more than make up for the money I will take from you 

[Detroitdad]

Where do you live? if its in the states I will send you a setup of plastic cards to welcome you to HPT

Right now, I'm living in COllege Station, TX and in about a month's time I'll probably be in Huntsville, AL for the summer (but there is a chance I'll still be here in TX).

You don't have to do that, but if you want to, thanks! I can send you a PM of my mailing address if you'd like.

got your addy, I will work on getting them out this week.

[sleepyEDB]

quit your whining

No, you can't make me...I'm taking my dice chips and I'm going home!   


sleepy

Tell you what, you ever make it to game at my place. I will donate a couple of card protector chips, and set up of cards as a welcoming gift...............It will more than make up for the money I will take from you 

lol, sounds like a deal to me!


sleepy

[jthix]

Thanks!

[Detroitdad]

shipped them today.

[mike32]

Wow, that was a nice thing to do. Way to pay it forward DD!

[Eralis]

quit your whining

No, you can't make me...I'm taking my dice chips and I'm going home!   


sleepy

Tell you what, you ever make it to game at my place. I will donate a couple of card protector chips, and set up of cards as a welcoming gift...............It will more than make up for the money I will take from you 

If I travel from Norway to the US and play in your game, do I also get a free setup? And keep the money I take from you?

[jthix]

shipped them today.

Thanks, can't wait

[bigstu]

Nobody offered to send me any cards when I joined the site...<sniffle> 

    


sleepy

I have some Royals... I think the postage is more then the cards are worth tho!

[Milo]

quit your whining

No, you can't make me...I'm taking my dice chips and I'm going home!  


sleepy

 Can I get the same offer?  I was thinking of making a run down to Ypsi for the July long weekend.  Any games that weekend?

Tell you what, you ever make it to game at my place. I will donate a couple of card protector chips, and set up of cards as a welcoming gift...............It will more than make up for the money I will take from you  

[Detroitdad]

Wow, that was a nice thing to do. Way to pay it forward DD!

Just trying to be a nice guy. This is a great forum. When I joined cigarherb sent me a handful of sample chips, Rose actually gave me my first high end chip ever (I noticed it in her gallery, commented on it, she shipped it).

quit your whining

No, you can't make me...I'm taking my dice chips and I'm going home!   


sleepy

Tell you what, you ever make it to game at my place. I will donate a couple of card protector chips, and set up of cards as a welcoming gift...............It will more than make up for the money I will take from you 

If I travel from Norway to the US and play in your game, do I also get a free setup? And keep the money I take from you?

Yes Sir..........Hell, I will pay your Tourney Buy in.............

[jthix]

Hopefully a few years down the road I'll have enough to be able to give a set away to someone just starting out collecting cards like I am now.

[luckystraights]

I played on ipoker recently, and picked up enough points to order a deck of these, they seem okay, though I prefer my 4 colored copaq's. These are also Copaq's tho fwiw.



http://www.holdem-poker.org.uk/holdempokergames-468292-B000UPTSXU-COPAG_GOLD_Texas_Holdem_poker_playing_cards.html

[Milo]

DD, does that go for me too?

[jthix]

Got them today and they're awesome - can't wait to use them in my next game!

Thanks again!

[Detroitdad]

Got them today and they're awesome - can't wait to use them in my next game!

Thanks again!

This post is worthless without pictures.............lol

Glad you like them. Just remember, pay it forward HPT Brother