What Chips are you using? Toronto area
I suppose really my question is:
1) Is it silly of me to worry about someone sneaking in a green or a black from home into my NL cash game if I use those standard 11.5g clay chips in the briefcase that everyone has
And
2) Does anyone sell or have an idea of where to get decent chips at a decent price near downtown Toronto that are not those standard chips?
Cheers
1) Is it silly of me to worry about someone sneaking in a green or a black from home into my NL cash game if I use those standard 11.5g clay chips in the briefcase that everyone has
And
2) Does anyone sell or have an idea of where to get decent chips at a decent price near downtown Toronto that are not those standard chips?
Cheers
Comments
2) Poker Chips-ChipTalk.net
Forget finding anything without checking out this site first. I'm sure you'll find something. There's a few of us around here that can give you our opinions on our sets, but the first thing if you want a new set is get some samples first, see if you like them, THEN make a purchase.
It is a bit silly, but if you're really worried about it then mark the chips with a sticker or a Sharpie.
When upgrading your chips, you must realize that there are hundreds (if not thousands!) of different styles/make to choose from. You can buy real chips from a bankrupt casino, fantasy sets and even custom design your own!
The only chip seller in the GTA that I know is Poker Chips, Poker Table, Poker Set, Playing Cards | Canada's #1 Source Straight Poker Supplies Straight Poker Supplies but I think they're a bit overpriced, but they are local. I prefer The Chip Room - Texas Hold'em and other poker supplies which is a great seller from Michigan Don't forget to check ebay and Kijiji. Sometimes you can find a bargain there.
Chiptalk is the best place to get introduced into the culture of chips, but look around here in the Buy & Sell section as there are several threads dedicated to chip purchases.
Feel free to fire off any questions here, somebody will answer your questions.
http://www.pokerforum.ca/f11/ceramic-poker-chip-set-sale-23866/
If you're new to chipping and want a really good set for not a lot of money, check out the Pharaoh's and Dunes on ChipTalk. You can't go wrong with either of them.
There are literally thousands of designs you can choose from, but it all hinders on your wallet.
If you're loaded with cash, well then...the sky's the limit!
I have seen numerous posts of people sneaking in chips at games.
I am using a FTP chip set.
http://www.pokerforum.ca/f11/black-friday-23852/
I would exercise caution on eBay, as the chips do not always live up to the billing with some sellers.
Chiptalk will destroy your ability to budget properly, as you find yourself buying chips from desire, rather than need, not that this has ever happened to me personally (this week).
As others have said, look around, do not be hasty, and . . .
GET SAMPLES.
I have a couple sample sets lying around the house that I might be able to turn loose. Or just come out to some of the local games hosted by our resident chip nutz . . . you'l find plenty to whet your appetite.
Sight unseen Sale!!
I do remember the pharoah Paulsons from 2+2 forums 5 years ago, now that I've visited chiptalk again I see that they're being remade a lot cheaper!
Realy appreciate the links and advice, now I'll have to recalibrate my budget accordingly
A Chip-talker once posted something similar to this . . .
Buy first, budget later . . . good luck with your search.
Paging AJ:
As for the best . . . Gemacos? Seriously?