These chips are an amazing value and are the real deal! There is no comparison to the feel of a real clay chip in your hand, as opposed to the resin composite, or the sound of them hitting one another during a poker game. These chips are obviously heavier than the typical 11.5 gram chip and feel great in your hand. I love the unique look of the chip also. There are no denominations on them, which makes it easy to use them in your weekly neighborhood game. I have recommended these chips to everyone I know who plays poker. Even those who don't play love the feel of these chips when they handled them. The value of these chips is amazing! I researched tons of websites and researched chips themselves, and this set was by far the best value. The case is amazingly sturdy and makes transportation easy. The two decks of cards are actually pretty nice, too. Not the cheap decks you might expect when getting such a deal on the set. All in all, this set is definitely worth the money. I would recommend this set in a heartbeat, and have done so. You won't be disappointed.