YuGiOh Dark Legends Single Card B. Skull Dragon DLG1-EN029 Rare Best Quality

I would highly suggest this card! Not only is it a great collector's item, but also a great duel and trading card. I have wanted this card ever since I was very little (I even had toys of it) and now I have it in PERFECT AND MINT CONDITION! It looks like it is right from the pack and its edges seem to have been handled by God. It comes in perfect condition, not fake, and in a plastic sealed, well, plastic case! However, watch out for the quicker shipping. Highly expensive!Get more detail about YuGiOh Dark Legends Single Card B. Skull Dragon DLG1-EN029 Rare.

KEM Arrow Black and Gold Poker Size Standard Index Playing Cards Buy Now

I've been playing cards for many years and decided to switch from Bicycles and Bees to cellulose acetate plastic; ie: KEM and COPAG. I purchased one set each of KEM arrows and COPAGs; both are poker (regular) size. I received the cards a few weeks ago and have had some time to play with my poker group and gauge opinions. Interestingly, our group voted 50/50 KEM vs COPAG. What I can offer is specific differences between the cards which you may find helpful. I've also included the specs of a Bicycle deck for comparison.

KEM
.014" card thickness
.700" deck thickness, w/o jokers
2.5"W x 3.5"L deck dimensions
8.75" surface area

COPAG
.012" card thickness
.625" deck thickness, w/o jokers
2.483"W x 3.465"L deck dimensions
8.604" surface area

BICYCLE
.011" card thickness
.580" deck thickness, w/o jokers
2.48"W x 3.475"L deck dimensions
8.618" surface area

As you can see, the KEM deck is almost 12% thicker and 1.7% larger surface area than the COPAG deck, and 21% thicker and 1.6% larger surface area than a Bicycle deck. 21% thicker than a Bicycle deck is a big deal if you're a smaller-handed dealer!

Here are my personal thoughts;

The COPAG's feel slightly better when shuffling as the deck is slightly smaller, less weight and easier to handle for short fingers (like mine). The KEM's numbering is smaller and much less blocky, and appear more like a traditional deck. The COPAG's have larger (not Jumbo) lettering which is blocky. Both decks have visually pleasing and symmetrical backing designs. Both slide easily on felt and are very easy to riffle/shuffle. The COPAG's have an attractive blue border around each face card picture, unlike the KEM's black border. However, the red ink used on the KEM's hearts and diamonds appear darker and a little higher quality than the COPAG's. My cut cards more than fit the bottom of my COPAG deck. The opposite is true of the KEM deck, as the cut card is just a hair smaller than the deck. Also, the COPAG's will fit inside any paper deck box, like Bicycle or Bee. The KEM's will definitely NOT fit in a standard deck box.

If you're switching from a paper plastic-coat deck like Bicycles, Bees or Motors, you'll find the most physical similarities with the COPAG deck. Alternatively, you'll find the most visual similarities with the KEM deck. The KEM deck has a well-known image on the ace of spades and is probably the most recognizable deck around (ie; Rounders).

Cost wise, I spent a few dollars more on my KEMs than I did the COPAGs. If I were to choose only one based on price, feel and aesthetics, I'd probably go for the COPAG deck.

Oh, I asked my wife which she liked better (as an uninformed observer) and she couldn't really tell the difference between the KEM and COPAG decks. She did like the feel compared to a paper deck though. Then she beat my flopped straight by sucking out on the river with a low flush (I love you dear).

Bottom line, choose either one and you'll be super happy you upgraded from the popular paper brands. I hope this helps in your decision!Get more detail about KEM Arrow Black and Gold Poker Size Standard Index Playing Cards.

Da Vinci Ruote, Italian 100% Plastic Playing Cards, 2-Deck Poker Size Set, Regular Index, w/2 Cut Cards Order Now

I've collected many cards over the past few years (KEM, Copag, Dal Negro, Royal, Gemaco, etc...) and happened to come across these cards because they were promotional cards for signing up for a particular poker site several years ago. I'm used to calling these Modiano cards and this is the first time I found out about the name change to Da Vinci cards. So here's my take:

I agree with all the reviews about the thickness of these cards. They are wonderfully made: sturdy, and with a very snappy and slippery feel. It's a far different feel than the KEM cards. People have varying tastes, and I have friends say they like the KEM cards better. However, on a recent trip to Europe, I had friends say that these Da Vinci cards were by far the best cards they ever played with. And that was after they had played an overnight poker game with my KEM Arrow cards. On the trip back, I ordered them two sets of these Da Vinci cards from Greece as a gift to them. The Da Vinci cards have a distinctive feel and toughness. They are by far the thickest cards in my vast collection. They have the snappiness of the Italian Dal Negro and Royal brand cards. One thing I will say about KEM Arrow cards, and you can agree or disagree with me if you want - If I leave my KEM cards out in an cold, open, or air conditioned environment, the edges tent to wilt/bend upwards. I live near the ocean and wonder if anybody else has this same problem with the KEM cards. And unfortunately, you cannot bend them back into shape once they get in that shape. That's why I have three sets of the KEM cards. If you keep the KEM cards in the case they hold up fine and don't give you the wilting/bending problem. You will never get this problem with these Da Vinci cards. They are manufactured extremely well. It is virtually impossible to bend them in a way to leave a handling mark. These cards have a far more slippery feel than the KEM cards so keep that in mind when factoring in your decision to buy these.

As for appearance, these cards are beautiful. The bicycle motif on the front is fancy enough but not overdone. The face part of the cards have a little more brightness to them than say the KEM and Copag cards. The hearts and spades imprints have a more rounded look. Words can't really describe the exact look, but I take it if you are reading reviews on these cards, then you enjoy collecting cards. And trust me, these Da Vinci cards have a much more artistic appeal to them than any of my other deck of cards. Because of this, I strongly disagree with the one reviewer who said the cards were "very plain and not impressive".

Note: there are two versions of these Da Vinci cards. One has the 4 PIP feature (which I own where all the corners have the value of the card on them) and the other one has the value of the card on only 2 corners. Judging by the pictures at the top, these cards only have card values on the 2 corners. I ordered the 4 PIP cards on Ebay as I know of that one seller from Greece that sells these particular cards with that 4 PIP feature (they sell for about $16.00 shipped). Again, it's a matter of preference. I like the 4 PIP feature which is common among the Italian card manufacturers (such as the Dal Negro cards). I personally can't comment on the complaints about the hard shell carrying case that comes with these cards since I have never seen one. The promotional cards that I received came with a fancy plastic case. As the case is opened, it gently slid the cards upwards. The same group of people that loved these Da Vinci cards on my Europe trip were equally wowed by the design of that fancy card carrying case. Judging by the pictures, it appears that Da Vinci went with a different case with these cards. The Da Vinci cards that I imported from Greece (through Ebay) didn't even come with a fancy case. It was just a box with a plastic tray holding the cards in place.

So my final analysis: These are by far one of the best deck of cards I've ever owned. Whenever I travel, I bring a set of KEM Arrow cards and a deck of these Da Vinci cards. So basically they're in my top two decks of cards that I own, and that collection includes over 20 decks from all the top of the line card manufacturers in the World. Need I say more? I give these cards a 5 star review without hesitation.Get more detail about Da Vinci Ruote, Italian 100% Plastic Playing Cards, 2-Deck Poker Size Set, Regular Index, w/2 Cut Cards.

Champion Sports Rhino Skin Dodgeball Set Decide Now

My son requested that we get some of these for his new school. The students love to play dodgeball, but someone is always getting hurt by a hard or a flat ball. He knew about these from his previous school, and they are a perfect solution. Small enough to throw easily, soft enough that they don't hurt.

Let the games begin !Get more detail about Champion Sports Rhino Skin Dodgeball Set.

Bicycle Playing Cards Right now

I just wanted to buy a few packs of these for parties and family get togethers etc. Everything arrived on time and in good condition.Get more detail about Bicycle Playing Cards.

Lowest Price eeBoo I Never Forget a Face Memory Game

This is a fun "go fish"-style memory game, where players choose from a number of face-down tiles trying to match up pairs of faces of children from a wide variety of countries. Only a couple dozen countries are included, but they run a wide swath of cultures -- Asian, African, European, South and North American, with differences accentuated by having most of the kids dressed in traditional clothes (instead of FuBu and Nike, which is what they probably really are all wearing... :-)

The rules are simple, making this ideal for younger players, while the multi-ethnic parade of faces and exotic locales will stimulate the imagination. Plus, I'm a big fan of picturebook author Lizzie Rockwell's artwork, which is particularly appealing here. Recommended! (Joe Six, ReadThatAgain children's book reviewer)Get more detail about eeBoo I Never Forget a Face Memory Game.

Low Price Travel Bear Hunt

We already like Melissa and Doug products, but this one is a real standout. It's extremely durable, and its clever design has no pieces to lose, making it a perfect travel game. My son received it for his fifth birthday and we play it almost every day. Great for all ages, too.Get more detail about Travel Bear Hunt.