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Mahjong (the proper 4 player versions) can be a gambling game, and often uses poker chips.

Very interesting. Thank you!

So: blinds, then deal 2 cards, then bet, then optionally hit/stand/etc around the table, then a final round of betting, then showdown?

Interesting. What's the betting sequence for this?

Sort of a reunion game with my old poker crew, celebrating one of our guys' 50th. Brought the WTHCs into play for the occasion. (Units are cents!)

Gorgeous!

I'm sure you mean 20. 25 unit gummies are for panzies.

Next Pixel for me, too.

As a less active member (mostly, I read), I've noticed a downturn in the number and quality of CPC discussions, too. Such a shame! That's my favorite part of the site.

As noted above, in future years, the higher denoms will act as lower denoms. Nickles will vanish into penny-values, and quarters into nickle-values, and so forth. This also has implications on the quantity you order. If you want a useful set for current play, you'll want to consider useful...

Yep, agree with nickel/dime. NCV poker only for instructional purposes, or playing with the kids.

Dr. Diaconis's research was mentioned up-thread. For those looking for an overview of his findings, I refer you to his appearance on the excellent Numberphile YouTube channel.

I've had Paulsons in racks and birdcages, resting mostly in closets when not in use, for over 10 years. No problems, AFAICT.

A couple recent smokes: HU2 (2014) and a CoRo (2007).

I've never liked anything about Texas as much as I absolutely adore the Astros right now. Delicious. So very delicious.

Couple recent smokes -- a 2009 PSD4, and a 2015 Mag 50. Each scored 92-93 points, in my estimation. Such a great range of flavors -- can't go back to non-Cubans. Stupid embargo.

Still looking. Interested in racks or barrels of most denominations.

Just wanted to comment how much I enjoy this set. I'm starting down the path of designing my own set, and in the course of writing own my design notes for J5, I found that I share many of the design ideas and principles behind this set. Laying out all of that, plus the design thread, and...

Incidentally, whereabouts in California are you?