In Progress (ordering closed) Matsui Zen Group Buy 2021 (4 Viewers)

[derekdd23]

Nice to see, a pain to move. I’ll start unpacking and repacking this week. More pictures to come…

 

[Machine]

Nice to see, a pain to move. I’ll start unpacking and repacking this week. More pictures to come…View attachment 894089

Fucking hell, I would have my kids unload it inside while standing guard with a M16 and machete

 

[TheDirtMerchant]

I'm not even in this GB and I'm excited.

 

[JustDave]

Nice to see, a pain to move. I’ll start unpacking and repacking this week. More pictures to come…View attachment 894089

That is the sexiest thing I have ever seen.

 

[derekdd23]

Had a long work day and an out of town non chipper friend over so didn’t get too much done today, but took some pics anyways. Forgive the mess as I thought chips > cleaning.

 

[derekdd23]

Also everything looks amazing so far. I’ll take some out to play tomorrow and start coming up with a plan to ship. Packing and shipping should commence in the next couple of days. Maybe I can convince @Forty4 to come over and help out…

 

[JustDave]

Had a long work day and an out of town non chipper friend over so didn’t get too much done today, but took some pics anyways. Forgive the mess as I thought chips > cleaning.

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I rescind my previous statement. This is now the sexiest thing I’ve ever seen.

 

[derekdd23]

So I got some close up shots here, the side by side are old zen vs new(old left new right) for the denominations I have on hand. The older chips are a bit different, the plastic has dulled and the inlay has darkened or maybe the colors are slightly different now

. Either way the new ones look fantastic and pretty close to the old especially given this is the first new order in over 10 years(I think)

 

[derekdd23]

I also separated all the chips out In anticipation of shipping, every chip is accounted for and present.
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[derekdd23]

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[JustDave]

So I got some close up shots here, the side by side are old zen vs new(old left new right) for the denominations I have on hand. The older chips are a bit different, the plastic has dulled and the inlay has darkened or maybe the colors are slightly different nowView attachment 895179View attachment 895180View attachment 895181View attachment 895182View attachment 895183View attachment 895184View attachment 895185. Either way the new ones look fantastic and pretty close to the old especially given this is the first new order in over 10 years(I think)

This is really interesting. I'm just focusing on the inlay, but it looks like the resolution has gone up on their printer which has netted in the inlay being lighter and the gradients being smoother. I think if I had to choose I'd have preferred the older inlay but I'm quite happy with how they have come out.

David

 

[JustDave]

Yeah, apologies for the delay. Unexpected life happened and was largely out of the loop. I will start that $20 plaque thread tomorrow. Word is bond.

bump

 

[derekdd23]

This is really interesting. I'm just focusing on the inlay, but it looks like the resolution has gone up on their printer which has netted in the inlay being lighter and the gradients being smoother. I think if I had to choose I'd have preferred the older inlay but I'm quite happy with how they have come out.

David

You are right the new inlays are a bit light, but far higher resolution. I also noticed the plastic on the newer chips has more pop in color which is really nice.

It also doesnt help that I was taking the close up pictures in some very bright light, in normal basement lighting conditions it is far less noticeable.

Overall I am very happy with the chips, given the last buy was over 10 years ago it would be impossible to get things exact, but I think it is close. It is also possible that the inlay will darken a little over time once they have been handled a lot(or maybe the current black ink isnt quite as black as the old). The chips are definitely chalky fresh.

 

[derekdd23]

All packed, just need to label and ship them. Should have them all to the PO tomorrow. I will send you all what you owe as well(racks+shipping) chips are all paid for.

 

[Seeking Alpha Social Club]

I also separated all the chips out In anticipation of shipping, every chip is accounted for and present.
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Now I officially hate myself for not ordering a full set.

 

[JustDave]

Now I officially hate myself for not ordering a full set.

need to bring them down for a guest set some time

 

[PKF655]

Very excited about getting the chips soon.

 

[derekdd23]

Everyone please check your messages I sent payment totals and instructions in there for you. I have everything officially packed and labeled and ready to drop off tomorrow!

 

[derekdd23]

All dropped off and scanned in.

 

[DMZ]

All dropped off and scanned in.

You da man!!!

 

[BlueChipSpecial]

Forget about obtaining winning lotto numbers... I need my time machine so I can go back and get in on this GB.

 

[Machine]

Forget about obtaining winning lotto numbers... I need my time machine so I can go back and get in on this GB.

if you had a time machine TRKs would be the way to go.

 

[BlueChipSpecial]

if you had a time machine TRKs would be the way to go.

I stand corrected: TRKs and Matsui Zens.

 

[BNM]

For those interested, here is the initial interest thread for a GB for a $20 Zen plaque, also from Matsui:

https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/matsui-zen-20-plaque-group-buy-2021-interest-thread.88826/

 

[FestiveKnight]

They’ve arrived! More photos to come later today. A tad bittersweet though, I’ve agreed with the fiancée that these are gonna be our keepers and everything else is gonna go….

 

[cgpilot]

Look forward to seeing the pron

 

[Jeff]

Yippee

 

[asam2006]

So after you guys unpack please take pictures and post to my Pron thread here https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/unofficial-zen-pron-here.88842/.
Thanks!

 

[JustDave]

Dude, it is out of control in my house.

 

[PKF655]

The chips are awesome. Color difference is interesting I am wondering if play will change the color.