I have just got into card collecting and was searching for beginners tips and this site with a 101 guide appeared. Most useful and all seemed to be friendly so here I am!

Hello All

My name is Ross and I come from a little city called Bath in Somerset, England.

I have only recently (as in the last couple of weeks) got into collecting playing cards after looking for some cards that would be best for my fiance's father to play patients with. Seeing how many different playing cards there are and the different makes, designs etc. sparked something in me and I thought I might like to collect some myself.

Now I have around 30 packs and counting - I think I'm hooked.......

I've started mainly with Bicycle decks with a couple of decks that were used in Las Vegas casino's and a few cigarette advertising packs that were included with a purchase. Now looking to increase the collection as finances allow.

Also tried a little card magic but having large hands with shorter fingers makes that quite difficult.

I found out about the forum while looking up best playing cards and one to use.  A good article came up and it started from there. So really this site is to blame for another person starting their collection. Not that I'm complaining mind.....

I look forward to meeting you all and catching up on the posts here.