Golden Bee Ltd. Edition Playing Cards

[jmrock]

Does anyone know about these?  They look interesting…

[Paul.Middleton]

One of my customers showed me an image of these the other day, I've never seen them before. My first reaction was to think they are fake. I have nothing to back it up either way though at this point.

[bhong]

It looks like it could be an Asian market only special Bee deck. I know the Bee deck is pretty popular over there and that write up on the ad card does lean a bit towards it a bit. If it's legit, I would like a deck. That tuck box looks like it might be a nice textured heavy duty card stock. Otherwise, I'm going to wait until Don swoops in with his encyclopaedic knowledge of playing cards.

[Nurul]

I found this website with that bee deck
http://www.beecards.com.cn/#contactform
Although, it's not for sale on the website, you can enquire about it.


EDIT: http://a.m.tmall.com/i20027309360.htm?sid=e7c697fd6c05a5e7&show_id=2&pds=fromtop%23h%23shop there you are

[bhong]

Thanks Nurul for finding that info.

For a moment I thought it was Japanese yen and not the Chinese yuan. Now if it was yen, that'd be about 50 US cent per a deck. Now that would be amazing. Chinese yuan makes that roughly 7.50 USD.

[Don Boyer]

I found this website with that bee deck
http://www.beecards.com.cn/#contactform
Although, it's not for sale on the website, you can enquire about it.


EDIT: http://a.m.tmall.com/i20027309360.htm?sid=e7c697fd6c05a5e7&show_id=2&pds=fromtop%23h%23shop there you are

That's USPC's Chinese website - it's not as fancy as their American site.  Bees are crazy popular in Asia.

They also have Emerald Nautic Backs and a few other decks not made for the US market.

[Phegget]

Thanks for the link Nurul, ill probably be able to pick up a few. Will update you guys

[jmrock]

Here you go people...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-deck-of-golden-Bee-Playing-Cards-limited-edition-/181248755941?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a334488e5

A touch on the high side, but free shipping... and who knows... I think the deck looks great...

[Fred]

Pictures for y'all. I'm gonna grab 2 myself.

EDIT: People have swooped all 12 of those available on the ebay link provided by Jmrock within an hour. Jesus.

[BiggerDee]

Well, well, well...look what Aloys is releasing today (8PM EST)!!

[Fred]

Very curious to see what bullshit she has to say this time.. Probably something along the lines of "Limited to 200. $69.69 per deck, spend $6969 and get 1 free rug for your floor!", except in very broken English.

[Nurul]

Ahh bigger dee, beat me to it  lol yup, the exact same deck, the exact same description

"【Coming 】Luxurious Golden Bee Playing Cards will be launched at 8:00pm (EST) Today !
Thoughtfully designed for Chinese playing cards enthusiasts , this diamond back deck features an elegant chinese coin to bring luck and fortune with every card. The deck's gold, metallic and imperial colors ,combine exquisite luxury with expertise ,trust and heritage of the “bee” brand .

Embossing and Gold Foli on tuck case , Special tuck paper , printing navy blue color in tuck case inside .

Only 288 decks in our store . These decks will be shipping from the Shanghai By DHL .

Retail price: 12.95 USD per deck
Order link ：http://www.aloysstudio.com/goods-41734.html
 5% discount for purchase of 6 decks  -  $ 12.3 PER DECK
10% discount for purchase of 12 decks  -  $ 11.65 PER DECK
 
 
International shipping prices with DHL
(Estimated time of arrival according to the DHL 3-7 days):
1  to 8  decks 17.50
9  to 18 decks 21.00
19 to 28 decks 23.50
29 to 38 decks 25.50  "

[BiggerDee]

And Nurul beat me to the pricing!! 

Save a few bucks and buy them on eBay!

[Fred]

Just so you guys know; the retail price is actually roughly $7.50 USD ($80 for a brick). They are a 5,000 print run, NOT limited (meaning they may be printed again depending on demand) and are sold by the Chinese run USPCC directly through a Chinese website similar to Amazon called 'Tian Mao' (tmall.com). I assume this is where Aloys gets her 'limited' stock as tmall.com ships free anywhere in China (Shanghai obviously included).

You're paying a very high premium getting these from Aloys. There's an ebay seller that operates internationally that has these for $14.95 USD a pop. FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD. I personally bought two decks from him and he was kind enough to cut me a deal with combined shipping ($24.95 USD for 2 decks all inclusive). I am in no way affiliated with any persons mentioned in this post. I'm simply using my fluency in Chinese Mandarin to help you guys with the information. Your money, your choice (:

[Paul.Middleton]

Just so you guys know; the retail price is actually roughly $7.50 USD ($80 for a brick). They are a 5,000 print run, NOT limited (meaning they may be printed again depending on demand) and are sold by the Chinese run USPCC directly through a Chinese website similar to Amazon called 'Tian Mao' (tmall.com). I assume this is where Aloys gets her 'limited' stock as tmall.com ships free anywhere in China (Shanghai obviously included).

You're paying a very high premium getting these from Aloys. There's an ebay seller that operates internationally that has these for $14.95 USD a pop. FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD. I personally bought two decks from him and he was kind enough to cut me a deal with combined shipping ($24.95 USD for 2 decks all inclusive). I am in no way affiliated with any persons mentioned in this post. I'm simply using my fluency in Chinese Mandarin to help you guys with the information. Your money, your choice (:

Was going to say the same myself

[Nurul]

Mr Middleton, will you be selling these on your site? :p

[BiggerDee]

Mine are coming from eBay as well!!!

Fred, They're cheap overseas and not limited??? Next you're going to claim that there's no Easter Bunny!! :-)

[Don Boyer]

Just so you guys know; the retail price is actually roughly $7.50 USD ($80 for a brick). They are a 5,000 print run, NOT limited (meaning they may be printed again depending on demand) and are sold by the Chinese run USPCC directly through a Chinese website similar to Amazon called 'Tian Mao' (tmall.com). I assume this is where Aloys gets her 'limited' stock as tmall.com ships free anywhere in China (Shanghai obviously included).

You're paying a very high premium getting these from Aloys. There's an ebay seller that operates internationally that has these for $14.95 USD a pop. FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD. I personally bought two decks from him and he was kind enough to cut me a deal with combined shipping ($24.95 USD for 2 decks all inclusive). I am in no way affiliated with any persons mentioned in this post. I'm simply using my fluency in Chinese Mandarin to help you guys with the information. Your money, your choice (:

Fred, this is really awesome - thanks for the intelligence.

Could you post that eBay seller's page here?  Could be useful to some... 

[Paul.Middleton]

Mr Middleton, will you be selling these on your site? :p

I'm speaking with the UK USPC rep about this at the moment and should know soon hopefully.

[Nurul]

Mr Middleton, will you be selling these on your site? :p

I'm speaking with the UK USPC rep about this at the moment and should know soon hopefully.

Aw that's cool, hopefully you get some in. Do keep us updated

Also, Don, the eBay seller Fred is on about doesn't seem to have anymore left. He may get some more. His eBay handle is c571121, hope that helps.

[Don Boyer]

Also, Don, the eBay seller Fred is on about doesn't seem to have anymore left. He may get some more. His eBay handle is c571121, hope that helps.

I had hoped he was discussing a second dealer, since he was using the present tense in his sentence, written after he mentioned a dealer that just sold out.

[Nurul]

Also, Don, the eBay seller Fred is on about doesn't seem to have anymore left. He may get some more. His eBay handle is c571121, hope that helps.

I had hoped he was discussing a second dealer, since he was using the present tense in his sentence, written after he mentioned a dealer that just sold out.

Nope, it was the same dealer who had relisted the decks. He's bound to relist more of the same again. I've dealt with the seller before. Very negotiable.

[BiggerDee]

FWIW, I just received an e-mail from Aloys stating that they only have 140 (out of an original quantity of 288) decks left in stock.

[Paul.Middleton]

. Do keep us updated

Will do, the fact I haven't got a straight 'no' is normally a good sign.

[Don Boyer]

. Do keep us updated

Will do, the fact I haven't got a straight 'no' is normally a good sign.

Last time USPC made a China-only release deck of their own was the Bicycle Star deck - and when they saw there was a demand for it here, it became available here, not just through dealers but through their own retail site, Wingra Direct (shopbicyclecards.com).  I'd bet a deck this cool won't stay China-only for long.

[hecrob]

I hate Paypal...

I can't pay for the cards because paypal demands that i log in/create an account in order to pay for it... when they "also" clearly state that you can pay without having an account... what they don't tell you is that if for some reason you don't have an account, they will gladly make one for you with the data you provide while you try to pay "without a paypal account" ....

 

[Don Boyer]

I hate Paypal...

I can't pay for the cards because paypal demands that i log in/create an account in order to pay for it... when they "also" clearly state that you can pay without having an account... what they don't tell you is that if for some reason you don't have an account, they will gladly make one for you with the data you provide while you try to pay "without a paypal account" ....

 

So what's the big deal about making a PayPal account?  It's now available in Mexico - think of it as a necessary evil, like trying to buy something online without having a credit or debit card.  They're certainly not accepting checks or even money orders on most websites these days...  Seriously, it's a useful thing to have - it's a GOOD thing to not have to reveal your credit card information to every Tom, Dick and Website you want to buy something from.  Make the account before making the purchase and the purchase should go very smoothly.

[Paul.Middleton]

In stock now folks, £9.99 each. The price will go up to £10.99 a deck in a couple of hours as we got whacked with a big customs charge! http://jpplayingcards.co.uk/golden-bee-playing-cards

[badpete69]

Mr Middleton, will you be selling these on your site? :p

I'm speaking with the UK USPC rep about this at the moment and should know soon hopefully.

Aw that's cool, hopefully you get some in. Do keep us updated

Also, Don, the eBay seller Fred is on about doesn't seem to have anymore left. He may get some more. His eBay handle is c571121, hope that helps.

Yeah i got mine from C571121  a few weeks ago. I usually deal withhim for these types of decks