Sunfly 43mm small inlay hybrids really are that good (1 Viewer)

[upNdown]

I received a set of these chips over the weekend and I love them.
I remember getting a sample set of these chips after the first boardwalk group buy. I played with them a bit, decided I'd want some when the right design came along, and then sold the samples off to somebody else. But that was over a year ago, and I guess I'd either never realized just how cool these chips were, or I'd just forgotten.
They're a joy to handle. They stack "like bricks" (yeah I know everybody says that about every chip they like, but these do, so there you go.) They sound great. And they're the easiest shuffling chips I've ever handled. Ceramics tend to be easy to shuffle, but they also tend to be so slippery that I lose control over the stacks if I'm shuffling a lot of them. I'm not sure if these hybrids are actually less slippery, or if their larger size just makes them easier to control, but whatever it is, they just work great.
The only negative I can come up with so far is that I don't love the glossy labels. Mostly just a personal preference thing, I guess, though I do wonder how they'll age. I know they're available with matte finish labels and I'd love to check those out at some point.
But these chips have become a pretty popular choice over the past year and for good reason. I've recently downsized my collection to almost the minimum, but I think there will always be room for a set of these chips.

 

[TheBigTater]

upNdown likes chips that aren't Paulson leaded clay.......

 

[BGinGA]

I received a set of these chips over the weekend and I love them.

Okay, who hijacked this account?

The only negative I can come up with so far is that I don't love the glossy labels. Mostly just a personal preference thing, I guess, though I do wonder how they'll age. I know they're available with matte finish labels and I'd love to check those out at some point.

Not a fan of glossy labels either, but reports on the Sun-Fly factory matte-finish labels have been two-for-two against (both times, the potential buyer opted out based on prototypes). Best combo -- and still affordable at under a buck each total cost -- is probably Sun-Fly hybrid blanks with aftermarket @Gear matte-finish laminated labels (which are confirmed awesome)..

I've recently downsized my collection to almost the minimum, but I think there will always be room for a set of these chips.

I've done the same, and remaining major sets consist of only seven chip types: Paulson THC, Paulson suits mold, TRK scrowns, BCC TFP molds, ASM diasqr and A-molds, and Sun-Fly 43mm/25mm hybrids. I'll likely end up with just three (THC, scrowns, and hybrids).

 

[bonesnjnts]

Would you post pics of the hybrid please

Okay, who hijacked this account?


Not a fan of glossy labels either, but reports on the Sun-Fly factory matte-finish labels have been two-for-two against (both times, the potential buyer opted out based on prototypes). Best combo -- and still affordable at under a buck each total cost -- is probably Sun-Fly hybrid blanks with aftermarket @Gear matte-finish laminated labels (which are confirmed awesome)..


I've done the same, and remaining major sets consist of only seven chip types: Paulson THC, Paulson suits mold, TRK scrowns, BCC TFP molds, ASM diasqr and A-molds, and Sun-Fly 43mm/25mm hybrids. I'll likely end up with just three (THC, scrowns, and hybrids).

l.

 

[Tommy]

The two kinds of matte finish prototype labels that I got from Sun-Fly were not that good.

On one the was printing done directly on a matte finish material which was grainy and there was no protection layer on top.

The other was a matte finish film over top the regular labels which looked OK. The problem is that they could only cold laminate this material. By time the prototype labels got to me, they were already delaminating.

Their glossy labels are hot laminated and much more durable IMO. If they could just figure out a way to hot laminate a matte film, then we would be in business. .

 

[upNdown]

I've done the same, and remaining major sets consist of only seven chip types: Paulson THC, Paulson suits mold, TRK scrowns, BCC TFP molds, ASM diasqr and A-molds, and Sun-Fly 43mm/25mm hybrids. I'll likely end up with just three (THC, scrowns, and hybrids).

I almost put collection in quotes. I guess I should have, wiseguy.

 

[BGinGA]

Would you post pics of the hybrid please

Below are a couple of crappy kitchen table pics. There's an actual pr0n thread for 'em here on PCF.

 

[upNdown]

Would you post pics of the hybrid please
l.

 

[Jonesey07]

https://www.pokerchipforum.com/thre...-casino-43mm-sun-fly-hybrids-group-buy.29829/


Today is the deadline...

Get your orders in!!!!

 

[Psypher1000]

What do y'all think of a limit set of the 43mm hybrids?

 

[Mojo1312]

Remaining major sets consist of only seven chip types: Paulson THC, Paulson suits mold, TRK scrowns, BCC TFP molds, ASM diasqr and A-molds, and Sun-Fly 43mm/25mm hybrids. I'll likely end up with just three (THC, scrowns, and hybrids).

Two questions: Do you like the glossiness of the hybrid chips? And you prefer the hybrids over the ASM diasqr's?

I am having a hard time getting past the slick flashy look of the hybrids. Wanted to know if I am the only one who feels this way, or if the chips are so good that the finish doesn't matter to the people who have handled them.

 

[jja412]

What do y'all think of a limit set of the 43mm hybrids?

I think it's a great idea.

 

[RichMahogany]

Two questions: Do you like the glossiness of the hybrid chips? And you prefer the hybrids over the ASM diasqr's?

I am having a hard time getting past the slick flashy look of the hybrids. Wanted to know if I am the only one who feels this way, or if the chips are so good that the finish doesn't matter to the people who have handled them.

It’s really only the edges that have that glossy sheen. I don’t care for it either but for me it doesn’t outweigh all the positives of the hybrids. Obviously these chips will have their detractors but they truly are as good as advertised.

 

[Psypher1000]

I think it's a great idea.

Have you played limit with it yet? If so, how did it go? What did the players think of the larger chip size? Physically larger pot size?

What do you store them in?

 

[RowdyRawhide]

Two questions: Do you like the glossiness of the hybrid chips? And you prefer the hybrids over the ASM (you meant CPC I assume)diasqr's?

I am having a hard time getting past the slick flashy look of the hybrids. Wanted to know if I am the only one who feels this way, or if the chips are so good that the finish doesn't matter to the people who have handled them.

this kind of a silly question ...(enough so that i have ask if you are trolling Dave.) and not much of a comparison (truthfully I like them both)....

do you like oiled CPCs...because only the edges are shiny.

I don't know how many times it has been said, but if are basing your assumption of these off of ANY OTHER ceramic chip then you are entirely wrong in any type of asssumption. Get in on these or at least get some samples so you are ready for the next GB(because it will happen)

 

[RowdyRawhide]

What do y'all think of a limit set of the 43mm hybrids?

If I wasn't in the middle of trying to rat hole funds for my own CPC cusotms (which will have a limit set) I would have already put an order in for a ND limit set

 

[TheBigTater]

I wish all of you would quit singing the praises of the 43mm Hybrids. It's already damn near impossible to get people to let go of any BW's if you keep this up they will just get even harder to come by. Wouldn't y'all rather talk about some TRK or something else instead of those slick/plastic looking chips.

 

[Jonesey07]

I'm just happy to get in the group buy. I was very impressed with how the Burro's turned out even though I didn't order them. I LOVE the designs that @p5woody came up with!

 

[SixSpeedFury]

What's the turnaround time from order received to delivery?

 

[Mojo1312]

this kind of a silly question ...(enough so that i have ask if you are trolling Dave.) and not much of a comparison (truthfully I like them both)....

do you like oiled CPCs...because only the edges are shiny.

I don't know how many times it has been said, but if are basing your assumption of these off of ANY OTHER ceramic chip then you are entirely wrong in any type of asssumption. Get in on these or at least get some samples so you are ready for the next GB(because it will happen)

FWIW, I asked Dave for his valued opinion because he has handled these chips. I have only seen pictures online. These do not look like any of the ceramic chips that I own, so I am not drawing any assumptions in that regard. Furthermore, I have already ordered a set of 800 MT Sunfly's.

You are familiar with the refrain "Get samples."? I simply was seeking feedback from people who have these chips.

I would like to add that I have participated in four group buys, helped a member buy a chip set outside of his price range by paying part of his invoice, and I have given free card set-ups to a couple of other members (of their choice) without knowing much about any of them. So please don't draw the assumption that I am trolling when I am actually looking for feedback from other members who have these chips.

 

[upNdown]

Two questions: Do you like the glossiness of the hybrid chips? And you prefer the hybrids over the ASM diasqr's?

I am having a hard time getting past the slick flashy look of the hybrids. Wanted to know if I am the only one who feels this way, or if the chips are so good that the finish doesn't matter to the people who have handled them.

Like @RichMahogany daid, the chips do have a glossiness to the edges. I was actually kind of horrified to see it when I was unpacking them. But as you can see from my wrote-up above, I went from horrified to forgetting about it in three days.
So yes, it’s initially noticible and no, I don’t like it, but I’d suggest you give them a try, if that’s you’re only objection.

 

[BGinGA]

Two questions: Do you like the glossiness of the hybrid chips? And you prefer the hybrids over the ASM diasqr's?

The chip faces are matte-finish, not glossy. The rolling edges are somewhat glossy, but that's a standard feature of several ceramic manufacturers, including Sun-Fly. Not my preference, but it doesn't unduly bother me. The label lamination is glossy finish. Again, i'd prefer a quality matte-finish, but it's not a deal-breaker, especially at these prices. I'll likely end up with at least one set of custom hybrids with aftermarket @Gear labels.

At anywhere from 1/4th to 1/8th of the price plus a wide-open design palette, I think the 43mm hybrids are a much better value than any CPC chip when considering customs. They are hands-down the best handling non-clay chip on the market.

What's the turnaround time from order received to delivery?

I think it's about 6-8 weeks depending on order size and applicable holiday schedule over there, but don't quote me.

 

[Quicksilver-75]

What's the turnaround time from order received to delivery?

For Sunfly orders? My initial order was slightly over a thousand and it was prototyped inside of 5 days and delivered within 12 days. They're pretty quick.

 

[Psypher1000]

What's the turnaround time from order received to delivery?

Just remember that when you buy from Sunfly, you're paying air shipping internationally. Some of that speed comes at a cost.

 

[Mojo1312]

Thank you for the write up @BGinGA. I planned on ordering an additional 200 $5 chips, but I decided to go with a smaller set in the event the chips fell short of my expectations. A few members who are familiar with these chips speak highly of them. I second guessed myself after reading your post in which you said you liked these chips better than your ASM set.

I sought out your opinion due largely to the additional costs involved with an add-on.

 

[Mojo1312]

But these chips have become a pretty popular choice over the past year and for good reason. I've recently downsized my collection to almost the minimum, but I think there will always be room for a set of these chips.

If I am not mistaken, Heartland Poker Tour featured these chips in their events last year. (Golden Gates Casino in Colorado.)

 

[SixSpeedFury]

What's their link? I googled SunFly chips and got entirely different things...

 

[Tommy]

What's their link? I googled SunFly chips and got entirely different things...

http://www.apollonchips.com (retail site)

http://www.sunflycasinochips.com/ (main site)

 

[Quicksilver-75]

Sunflycasinochips.com

 

[jja412]

Have you played limit with it yet? If so, how did it go? What did the players think of the larger chip size? Physically larger pot size?

What do you store them in?

Unfortunately, I haven't convinced my group to play limit yet. At the moment, it's hard to get any poker game together with my current groups. Too many kids have reached the age of sports, drama, music, etc... and it has gutted our invite list. We've played with the chips 7 times since I received them (all no limit games) and I've gotten nothing but compliments. I think I'm the only one in my group who cares about quality chips. I usually get more comments/compliments about my tables or cards, no matter which set I bring out for a game. But when I busted out the 43mm hybrids, everyone was impressed by their stacking and complimented the set design.

I've introduced them to a myriad of chip sets over the years (mint and casino used Paulson, BCC, CPC/ASM, Chipco, China Clay, Bud Jones, CICs...) and these hybrids seem to be their jam. Your mileage may vary...these guys are strange for sure.

As far as size, not sure they really noticed the size difference (they don't pay much attention to the chips, and there were no 39mm to compare them to.)

I store my limit set in a Husky/Keter brand Cantilever Tool Box I bought from Lowe's. I use PGI 43mm racks, and can fit all 1600 $1s and 2 racks of $20s inside. There's plenty of room for cards, buttons, etc in the top bin. It's a pretty robust setup, and I don't have to worry about the hinges or handle giving up and splattering 1800 chips across the driveway. Big downside is it's very heavy. But I'm not a small guy, and can still lug them around OK.