Where to start? Sounds like you're on your way by picking up chips in Las Vegas. Hang out here and check out other folks chips and collections. You'll see plenty of different ways to steer your collecting. Check out some chippers web sites and look up their trade lists and make an offer to them.

EBay scams? Not too many out and out swindles going on, usually just excessive shipping and handling or a poor understanding by the seller of what he is offering up. Some sellers aren't chip collectors and post incorrect info, no big sin and you'll become more cognizant of chips as you gain more chips and knowlege. Good luck and have fun BillyB!