Poker has seen a surge in popularity in recent years. Nationally televised poker tournaments and online poker sites have once again made poker, particularly Texas Hold ’em, a major American pastime. While I prefer dealer’s choice of draw or stud poker, and betting with actual money, using chips and playing Texas Hold em’ has its advantages. If you are looking to buy a set of poker chips, take my advice and look at these reccomendations.
Trademark Global Suited Chips – Deluxe Set 500 chips
If you would like a cheap option, Trademark Global’s composite resin chip set includes 500 chips, 2 decks of playing cards, five dice and an aluminum case. I have not personally owned this set of chips, but for the price of $37.99 and including a 30 day warranty you cannot beat them. Shipping is free from csnstores.com.
Da Vinci Set of 500
If you want to move up to a higher quality chip for a slightly higher price, Da Vinci’s 11.5 gram poker chips are my personal favorites. They are made out of a clay composite just like professional chips, and contain a piece of metal for added weight so they feel like a higher quality product. This set also includes an aluminum case, 2 decks of cards, 5 dice, plus 3 dealer buttons and 2 cut cards. The dice stripes make the chips look as impressive as they feel. This set is only $34.95 + $15.86 S&H; from Amazon.com. You can also buy 50 of these chips in 11 different colors at Amazon for approximately 5$ + S&H.;
Las Vegas EDGE SPOT NEXGEN Series 8000 Poker Chips Set of 500
If you play regularly every weekend, a good set of clay chips will impress your friends and are worth the initial investment. The NEXGEN Series 8000 claims to feel softer than comparibly priced chips due to a revolutionary manufacturing process. The designs resemble casino chips, and have “LAS VEGAS NEVADA USA” embedded on the outer diameter. This set will run you $89.99 + 12.50 minimum for S&H; at Kmart.com. It includes 2 decks, aluminum case, and 3 buttons- dealer, big blind and small blind.
Trademark Poker Paulson National Poker Series Chips Set of 500
Do you consider yourself a hardcore poker aficionado, or even a professional player? If so, the Paulson National Poker Series Chips are for you. These chips are fully clay, and beautifully crafted with the same process that casino chips are made with. From the multi-colored edge spot design to the sealed inlay that makes it impossible to alter the logo without ruining the chip, everything about genuine Paulson chips scream quality. This set comes with an aluminum case, 2 decks and 3 buttons. You will pay for the quality though, a hefty $790.90 + $12.50 S&H; from Kmart.com. The clay is said to be the highest quality in the world, and Paulson’s tophat and cane logo is synonymous with high rolling.
