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09-14-2006, 12:58 PM
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Sorry if this is a dumb question; I've tried searching around (probably didn't use the correct search terms), because I'm curious about what the following means:
"They are beveled, [unlike] my favorite v7 BJs but still very nice."
Basically, what are v7 BJs, and why is it not so good to have a bevelled Bud Jones (and for that matter, what exactly *is* a "bevelled" BJ?) |
09-14-2006, 01:00 PM
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A beveled chip is one where the edges are slightly rounded. |
09-14-2006, 02:17 PM
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Originally Posted by 4aces Sorry if this is a dumb question; I've tried searching around (probably didn't use the correct search terms), because I'm curious about what the following means:
"They are beveled, [unlike] my favorite v7 BJs but still very nice."
Basically, what are v7 BJs, and why is it not so good to have a bevelled Bud Jones (and for that matter, what exactly *is* a "bevelled" BJ?) | Since you are quoting me, I'll try to answer your question.
I believe the 'v' in v7 stands for version and denotes the version of the Bud Jones chip used. The Borgata and the Rio, WSOP are currently using version 7 Bud Jones in their casinos. Other versions of BJ feel or look different. I believe the bevelled Mirage Springs BJs are v6 or earlier. As far as one version being better than the other, that's a just a personal preference. |
09-14-2006, 02:32 PM
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Originally Posted by 4aces ......"They are beveled, [unlike] my favorite v7 BJs but still very nice.".... | I believe the ones you sent me (from Golden Moon) are V7’s. I only know for sure, that they are REALLY nice chips. |
09-14-2006, 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by 4aces Sorry if this is a dumb question; I've tried searching around (probably didn't use the correct search terms), because I'm curious about what the following means:
"They are beveled, [unlike] my favorite v7 BJs but still very nice."
Basically, what are v7 BJs, and why is it not so good to have a bevelled Bud Jones (and for that matter, what exactly *is* a "bevelled" BJ?) | RTFM  http://www.gpigaming.com/pdf/US_Chips.pdf
This is a pretty good guide from GPI on their chips. The BJ v7 are explained in there showing the weights and varieties. |
09-14-2006, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Dwight87 Since you are quoting me, I'll try to answer your question. | heh...sorry, I probably should've just asked you, but I didn't want to hijack that thread with what seemed like a silly question. But I appreciate everyone's answers. I'm learning a lot more about chips just by reading and asking than I thought I ever wanted to know. But it's definitely taking a toll on my paycheck... |
09-14-2006, 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Jambine I believe the ones you sent me (from Golden Moon) are V7’s. I only know for sure, that they are REALLY nice chips. | Thanks hon, glad you like them. I gave you the $5 (though I have the extra $1), so I was just reminiscing over the image of the $5 that I took, after I read your post. The cool thing about the chips from the 2006 Midnight Rose Southwest Poker Tour and Rodeo, is that they have an interesting story behind them. I gotta do that again one of these days. |
09-14-2006, 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by 4aces Thanks hon, glad you like them. I gave you the $5 (though I have the extra $1)..... | I have a $1 and a $5. Do I owe you a $1 chip still? |
09-15-2006, 08:27 AM
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Yes, those Golden Moons are V7 chips. Most have the middle-sized decal "B" (unlike the Borgatas, also V7 but with the smaller classic-sized "A" inlay). This V7-B is is the same chip that's used at the WSOP. Golden Moon also has a $5 grand opening chip (top right below) that's the large decal size "C" so maybe that's the one you have.
As far as beveling, Bud Jones chips were injection molded and then actually machined before being released. That is, any excess plastic from the molding process was removed by a cutting blade from a spinning chip, and the edges were beveled (rounded or cut at an angle) -- so the chips came out with highly finished edges and the exact same size/shape for all. I have no idea if they still do this machining process. It used to be done in Las Vegas, but they could have moved it to their main plant in Mexico.  |
09-15-2006, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Jambine I have a $1 and a $5. Do I owe you a $1 chip still? | Nope, though you said I had credit toward a fiver 
But no worries, we'll talk off-list. |
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