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KEM Playing Cards Reviews
Our thoughts on the KEM Playing CardsKEM cards are outstanding for playing poker. I don't know of a better card for poker games. Magicians do not seem to like them for card tricks and flourishes because of the plastic feel. Poker players should definitely consider getting a deck of KEMs. Those doing card tricks may want to invest in a deck of Bikes or Bees instead.
Price Comparisons for KEM Playing CardsKEM cards are much more expensive than other brands. There is a saying that you get what you pay for and with KEM cards you get a lot. They seem to last forever unlike other brands of cards. KEM Playing Cards AppearanceKEM cards come in all different styles of backgrounds. The Ace of Spades is clearly marked with the Made in USA label and the 800 number. KEM Playing Cards Flourish and Magic QualityKEM cards are not all that great for card tricks. These plastic cards just do not have the same feel as some of the paper cards like Bicycles and Bees. KEM Playing Cards Poker QualityMade from cellulose-acetate, KEM cards are the best in tough and flexible plastic cards. KEM cards are among the best for poker. They are super durable and flexible. KEM cards seem to last forever. They are difficult to mark and they can take a lot of wear. Staying crisp and flexible for years, KEM cards are the benchmark for quality. The average life of KEM cards is much longer than that of non-platic cards. KEM cards can even be washed. Paisley Bridge Kem CardsA friend of mine recently gave me KEM cards as a gift and I can verify that they do indeed last a long time. In the forum we have videos showing how flexible they are when compared to non plastic cards.KEM Cards DiscussionClick Here to add your thoughts to the topic below: Posted by Ryan437 on September 18, 2004 at 14:11 I am new to looking at poker cards because I like chips more, but what are so good about these cards? I noticed they are used in rounders. But what makes them so expensive? Posted by Chipmaster on September 18, 2004 at 14:27
They are plastic cards that are very durable. They will last about 30 times longer than a regular deck of cards.
Posted by Da-Sh on September 18, 2004 at 14:28
You know how Bee and Bicycle's are made of a sort of paper/hard cloth/ultra-thin cardboard type texture and feel? Very specifically, they are made of paper...
Posted by Ryan437 on September 18, 2004 at 16:22 Thanks Chipmaster. Posted by Eric on September 18, 2004 at 16:48 kem cards are awesome. We used them in our game a few weeks ago. They bend right back into shape, I've never used a more durable card before. Posted by mussavcom on September 18, 2004 at 22:20 so... for magic, Bee or Bicycle? Posted by lazynator on September 19, 2004 at 02:40
Magica routines-Bicycles
Posted by mussavcom on September 19, 2004 at 13:23 So with bee/Bicycle cards, how often do you magic-performers have to get a new deck? Posted by SM373 on September 19, 2004 at 14:32
Depends on how often you practice/perform with that deck. My Bee's I use often and they lasted less than a month (In terms of fanning ability). Bee's are more expensive and don't last as long as bikes. But they are great while they last Posted by Chipmaster on September 19, 2004 at 18:48
For as cheap as bikes are I toss a couple decks a week. Posted by CJohnson481 on October 12, 2004 at 14:27
I found kem cards for decently cheap for two decks at bdgamers.
Posted by expertmagician on October 12, 2004 at 17:44
Another thought.....Most non-card players have never seen kem cards. They will look strange and feel strange to them.
Posted by stom on October 12, 2004 at 20:02 kems are white bordered. Posted by CLM on October 12, 2004 at 20:52
There is absolutely zero reason to use kems for magic. Posted by BaZ on October 13, 2004 at 07:30 im sure theres a use somewhere for them Posted by tonytw0tone on October 18, 2004 at 17:13 kem cards should only be used at a Poker Table...they shouldnt be used for anything related to tricks Posted by TuTone on October 19, 2004 at 17:04 they don't fan well even when fresh out of the plastic.......just got my second set a few days ago.....i would use nothing other than kem's for my poker games.......and when i go to other people's home games i usually bring my older kem Arrow set since hardly anyone has kems.....they usually use crappy casino cards........but for cards tricks they aren't all that great.....i definitely prefer bikes.....haven't really tried anything besides bikes but oh well Posted by Pokerman9061 on October 19, 2004 at 18:19 Ever since my first pair of kems I have never bought any other cards. My first deck lasted about 8 months worth of home games (we play about 3-4 times a week) and I swear everyone is retarded when it comes to shuffling. These cards are the real deal for your home game and EASILY save you money in the long-run! Posted by pokerfanatic on October 19, 2004 at 21:12 I'm a big fan of bee's but around here they are a little more expensive then bikes because not as many people use them... bike has the market for here considering they are out of Cincinnati, OH and I live like 30min north of there, well the bike decks I have say that on the side of them... that might be one reason… for that reason I learn tricks on bikes or old Bees and apply it to my nice deck for poker... since most the stuff i know is used at the table anyways... Posted by GotYourTell on November 22, 2004 at 06:41
I dont know about kems speciifically, but I bought a deck of Royals recently that were 6.00 and are, like kems, all plastic with that special coating. I bought them because i was going through too many Bic decks practicing as much as i do. At first, i was dissapointed because i couldnt adjust to most the tricks with the plastic deck and figured i just bought a long lasting deck that were never going to get used. However, i kept practicing with them because i didnt have a deck of Bics that werent sticking. I eventually started to develop the knack for the Royals and when i finally got a new deck of Bics, i found that i could do everything i could do with the Royals but much easier. Its kinda like when athletes practice control with a smaller ball, they have better control when they go back to standard size. Also, these cards seem like theyre gonna last forever so im saving a ton of money and progressing more rapidly at most tricks.
Posted by ccisdaman1121 on November 22, 2004 at 11:34
when you say poker you mean gambling routines i do one with kem cards including bottoms and seconds and its flawless they slide great maybe its just preference
Posted by cardcontroller on November 22, 2004 at 22:43
I want some kems. They look very nice, and interesting designs...Prolly stock up when I buy a Poker Table and have my OWN home games.
Posted by GotYourTell on November 23, 2004 at 10:13
I've never noticed a difference in Bics and Hoyles to be honest Posted by ccisdaman1121 on November 23, 2004 at 12:02
yea, they are great but you need to get used to them at first. when you do though your sleights are flawless, i think they make the tricks easier.
Posted by MysteriousSid on December 08, 2004 at 12:55
If you are an expert card magician and try kem cards for the first time they will throw off your game. By that, I mean it is like a professional tennis player playing racquetball. I know a number 2 man that is 100% solid with kem cards but can't work that well with bike's.
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