kem or copag?

Kem are fine. The quality of Copag is just as high as the quality of Kem. Plus, the offwhite color used by Copag greatly reduces glare. I've not seen a deck of Kem since they changed manufacturers, although I hear the difference is small. I've also heard that Gemaco all plastic cards hold up well too, but this is only what I've been told second hand.

[Khabbi]

The only problem with buying KEMs right now (other than the price) is that they are only making bridge sized cards (correct me if I'm wrong).

I find that the poker width cards are far superior for Hold'em play.

[MookieBlaylock]

I have used kems and copags and copags are definitley better, imho. Just my 2 cents...

I agree, Copags are my favorite. Over the summer there was a charity poker event that ran every weekend (Thur. through Sun.) in Cleveland. Over the course of the summer they only had to replace three decks. They used Graphica cards, which are only available here. I liked them, and they're not very expensive either, although I do prefer Copags, I still think I'll purchase a set of these as well.

I have been playing with torcello playing cards.

Very nice. 100% plastic and a little cheaper then Kem.

Anyone else heard of them?

Nope. Where did you find them? I think for 15 bucks for two decks, it's hard to go wrong with Copags. They hold up well, they have a nice feel and look about them. They're damn good cards.

[ky70]

1 - Dal Negro
2 - Modiano
3 - Kemn
3.5 - Copag

Do a search on Dal Negro and give these cards a look before you make your move. check out this site for great cards reviews:
http://www.homepokertourney.com/cards_review.htm

click on the pic of the individual cards for specific reviews.

[paul0503]

I find that most people, myself included, prefer bridge size cards. They're whats used in casinos and card rooms for poker.

[Lottery Larry]

They play close enough that the much-cheaper Copag price is worth saving.

Here's where I get mine from- I've had good service here
http://www.chessset.com/coplplca.html

[redscorpion]

I paid a little extra for my latest set of Kems because i love the wide arrow's.