Experience timeless quality and traditional craftsmanship with the Piatnik Classic Bridge Box Double Deck, a staple set for bridge players worldwide. Since Ferdinand Piatnik took over Anton Moser's card painting business in 1843, the Piatnik family has preserved and refined the art of playing card manufacturing for over 180 years. What began as a traditional craft shop in Vienna's 14th district has evolved into Europe's leading game publisher, with products now available in 72 countries worldwide.
The Classic Bridge Box (part number 2553 35) represents Piatnik's commitment to quality and accessibility for everyday play. This double deck set contains two decks of 55 cards each (52 playing cards plus 3 jokers), elegantly packaged in an attractive presentation box. The bridge size cards measure 58 x 89 mm, the narrow standard preferred for bridge, whist, rummy, canasta, and other classic card games where players must hold multiple cards comfortably in their hand.
Each deck in this set features individual faces with standard international court cards and classic geometric back designs. The corner indices on all four corners provide added comfort for left-handed players when fanning their cards. This thoughtful design detail reflects Piatnik's dedication to creating inclusive playing card products suitable for all players.
Double deck sets are essential for smooth bridge gameplay, allowing one deck to be shuffled while the other is being dealt, minimizing downtime between hands and keeping the game flowing seamlessly. The Classic Bridge Box provides exceptional value for bridge clubs, casual players, and anyone who enjoys traditional card games with family and friends.
Piatnik Playing Cards unite traditional knowhow with modern technology and high-grade raw materials, utilizing both the most modern electronic printing machinery as well as manually operated printers to create classic European products. The company ensures only sustainable raw materials flow into the production process, using only high-grade paper processed from sustainable forestry with FSC certification. The inks and varnishes employed for finishing are scrub resistant and biodegradable.
Made in Vienna, Austria, these cards carry forward the Piatnik heritage established when Ferdinand and his three sons—Ferdinand, Adolf, and Rudolf—incorporated as "Ferdinand Piatnik & Söhne" in 1882. The company's dedication to quality materials sourced from local European suppliers and commitment to environmental responsibility reflects their excellence that has endured since 1824.
Whether you're a dedicated bridge player, host regular card game nights, or enjoy whist, rummy, and other traditional games, Piatnik's Classic Bridge Box double deck delivers the reliable quality, classic design, and exceptional value that has made this Austrian manufacturer a trusted name for nearly two centuries.
