What is the best move on 4,4 vs. 5/6 in a DAS game when the count >= the pivot point? Should it still be split, as dictated by basic strategy, or should it be doubled (as the matrix says to double on 8 vs. 5/6)? I use the DAS basic strategy even though the KO authors say it isn't worthwhile to memorize the extra plays because I knew it before I read the book. Thanks in advance for any advice.
when it is a DAS game. Go for the chance of getting to use the DAS advantage on the 4's. In a high count situation you will be banking that the dealer busts.
Like you I play a DAS game and it says split vs a 5 or 6
According to the KO strategy matrix, you should not double in those 2 situations until the count is >= the pivot point (+4). However, since I use the DD-S17 basic strategy (as opposed to the generic basic strategy (MD-S17) that the KO authors present, I am wondering if I should double in those 2 situations at less favorable counts than the pivot point because doubling is the correct basic strategy play for DD; I am thinking that it might be wise to double if the count is >= the key count (+1). Any insights would be greatly appreciated.
I've been studying SD BS and DD BS myself, in preparation for my trip to Vegas. (Tomorrow! I can't wait. I'm giggling like a schoolgirl.) As a KO counter, I had the same question myself, until I realized it was pretty simple. If BS says to double 9v2 and 11vA off the top of a shuffle (i.e. a count of -4) and KO says to double them at a count of 4... they're both right. Double them all the time.
I can think of situations where an index derived for a generic BS might conflict with a specific BS. Example: Suppose, for some situation, generic BS says stand, the index says stand at or above -3, and then the specific BS says hit. That's a conflict. But in your case, there is no conflict.
Maybe the only times not to double would be when the count is < the IRC (i.e., more negative than -4 for DD)?
Hope you clean 'em out in Vegas!
True, BS does say to double off the top of a shuffle (when the count is -4) on 9 vs. 2 and 11 vs. Ace in DD, but a count of -4 off the top of a shuffle is not as bad of a situation as a count of -4 after a few rounds have been dealt. So, maybe it's not wise to always double when the KO count >= -4? To me, it seems like it would be best to wait until the count >= the key count of +1 (when you have the advantage), but I'm really not sure. Can anyone out there help to clear this up?
On midwest you asked my opinion, so here it is.
Split 4,4 vs 5 or 6 as many times as they will let you and say a prayer asking for all 7's.
I am not the person you want to discuss 9 vs 2 and 11 vs A with. I do not use either of these in a DD game. I play the same strategy in 6D and DD. When I get to Mississippi, I brush up on the SD changes.
