Honestly I was just here for information on causes of warping and if that condition is acceptable to sell as new...the rest is how the chips fall
What causes chip warping? (1 Viewer)
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Mongoose
Full House
Rather than a new vs mint debate, I’d say that the proper thing to be mentioned by the seller is “disclosure”
Which there was no mention of the warping
Kidsthesedays
3 of a Kind
Thanks for the response
You're welcome I tried to make a few videos and post a reply sooner but I couldn't get the video format to upload properly, sorry I couldn't be of more help
Not to defend anyone here, but it's possible that chips stored in a box (or especially a rack, where tightly stacked) may not appear to be warped until unboxed/unracked and stacked free-form. In other words, the vendor may be unaware of the condition.
All discussion here (beyond possible causes of warping) is pointless until the vendor is contacted.
All discussion here (beyond possible causes of warping) is pointless until the vendor is contacted.
I’ve come across new chips that have some slight warping as well, nothing as extreme as the above examples, but still not rock solid. I’m thinking they came from the factory like that, or like @BGinGA said it’s how they were stored. In my opinion, storing perfectly mint chips in Paulson/24010 racks could be part of the problem, as they fit so tight and all the pressure is on half the barrel. That’s been my thought process, and the wobbling barrels tilt me a little as well.
Ben8257
Royal Flush
Out of respect for the vendor who has contacted me to make everything good I will nemove my content... not here to start fights or ruin anyone's reputation just upset with a transaction and apologize for a mistake and calling that person things that I shouldn't have. Ben
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Ben8257
Royal Flush
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Mongoose
Full House
I think anyone here would be pissed to get chips in the condition that you’re describing @Ben8257. Especially, when you’re expecting the exact opposite as apparently advertised. Could be some kinda oversight? idk. Seems like it’d be incredibly short sided of the vendor especially since ur a longtime customer. Hope all gets worked out to your satisfaction.
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stevea
Two Pair
I had paulson rhc chips I bought that were new/mint and had been stored for a long time in boxes. When I received them they were perfect and in a few weeks after transferring them to racks lightly oiling them and storing them in an air conditioned closet they warped slightly. Not bad and they haven’t gotten any worse since.
moot
Sitting Out
Very helpful. Thank you.
I have a theory , regarding brand new star chips, got in perfect condition, fresh from factory. I notice very slight warping , very slight, after a few years. They were stored in the boxes in my bedroom. Sure there is temperature changes, and humidity, but not so extreme . What I am thinking, with regard to factory fresh chips, is that the clay hasn't cured completely. So when they sit in boxes, they are on their edges. I was thinking if they were stored on their face, the extra weight would keep them perfect, as they cure. Just an idea in my head
Ben8257
Royal Flush
Just captured this beautiful image for ya buddy!! I think you can see that one... straight out of the box from the mail man!!
New avatar pic right there lol ^^
Ben8257
Royal Flush
Definitely a major part of my life now being a hot stamp frac collector!! Had to bake about 80 this evening alone... first round a few like seen in the picture take a few rounds to get them back to close!! Cool concept though I agree sir!!
used this thread as a guide to get them back:
https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/flattening-warped-chips.3903/#post-16141
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