Baron Barclay Digital Catalog 2018

Official Licensee of the ACBL www.baronbarclay.com

New & Intriguing

Turn to page 6 for interesting new finds, including a poster featuring this cover design.

CONTENTS FU RN IT U RE 4 5

Tables & Chairs Table Covers

SPEC I A LT Y IT EM S

6 New & Intriguing 8 Let's Party: Must have accessories to throw a

great bridge party!

12 Jewelry 13 Games 14 Gift Sets 18 Improve & Learn

SU P P L I ES 10 11 15 16

Cardholders & Paper Snack Caddy, Pens & Pencils Playing Cards Bridge Cards

D U P L I C AT E S UP P L IES

22 Bidding Boxes 24 Boards & Cases 25 Guide Cards 26 Convention Cards & Holders 27 Travelers 28 For the Club 29 Answers & Shipping Info

TE AC HI N G M AT ER IA L S 30 32 33

Audrey Grant Materials ACBL Materials Popular Courses & Pamphlets

BO OKS

34 Review: Players Quick Reference Companion by

Larry Harris & Keys To Winning Bridge by Frank Stewart 36 ABTA Book of the Year 38 Books List: Alphabetical by Author

SOF T WA R E 45

New & Featured

All of us here at Baron Barclay appreciate your business and we are working hard to keep it.

We offer the best products and support them with our moneyback guarantee. Our loyal team is here to help you with any questions you may have. When you order from Baron Barclay, you get a whole group of people who want to make sure you are completely satisfied. Some of you may even be familiar with Susie and Mary Ann who have worked here for over 25 years. We are proud that the bridge community looks to us for what they need to facilitate this great game. Thank you for your loyalty and please let us know if we ever fall short of your expectations.

Best Wishes,

Jim Maier contact us

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S U B S CRI B E

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The must have magazine for any bridge player!

Keep Your Bridge Experiences

January / February 2018

Happy, Healthy and Wise

p. 10

Competing at High Levels:

Five Tips for Unblocking p. 2

Pass, Double — or Keep Bidding

p. 6

Opening in Third Chair with the Help of the

Guideline of 18!

Focus on Defense p. 8

p. 14

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folding furniture with a permanent look

FURNITURE

FO L D I N G CA RD TA B L E

TA BLES & C H A I R S

Each chair comes in a set of two.

Handcrafted from select hardwoods, this classic furniture combines sturdy construction with foldaway convenience. Each piece is oven-baked with A a scratch resistant cherry finish. Tables are 32" square and fold to a depth of three inches. Chairs have an upholstered cushioned seat and fold to a depth of seven inches.

Save space and time with folding legs, a strong steel frame and easy to clean surface!

Quantity discounts apply when purchasing more than four tables. Look online or call for an exact quote.

34" X 34"

#9898B | $49.95

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tables with cherry finish A. Shaped Edges #9801 | $179 B. Straight Edges #9802 | $179

lattice

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upholstered

#9814 | $169

#9814 | $169 #9814 | $169

contemporary #9814 | $169

TH R EE WAY TA B L E This versatile combination table starts off as a lovely console, then converts to a game table with a simple pull on the ends and a flip of the top. By adding leaves, you can expand this clever table to seat up to eight for dining. Constructed from the same hardwood and with the same care as our folding furniture. Dimension specifics: Console 20"W x 40"L x 30"H, Gaming 40"W x 40"L x30"H, Extended Dining 40" x 72" x 30"H

three way table #9830 | $369 *Continental U.S. shipping charges apply. Please add $12 per set of chairs, $18 per folding wood table and $58 for three in one table. Allow 2 weeks for delivery.

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furniture

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the perfect match to our folding furniture

TABLE COVERS

SU P R EME Even though these fitted table covers look and feel like soft leather, they are actually 100% vinyl with an anti-stain finish for easy cleaning. The backing is made from non-woven polyester (feels like flannel) to protect your table. The square covers have a 5" drop. The round covers have an adjustable elastic binding. Please specify color when ordering.

Measurements are table size.

31" x 31" 33� x 33" 35� x 35"

square table cover #8552 | $46.95 #8554 | $49.95 #8556 | $55.95

round table cover

Adjustable from 36"-42" #8103 | $44.95 Adjustable from 42"-48" #8104 | $49.95

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MONOGRAMMING Only $10!

Only for Deluxe Table Cover. Up to three initials in our classic style. Placement of monogram will vary depending on size of table. It is located 9" up from the corner edge.

Monogramming not recommended for round table covers.

D E LUX E

This beautifully coordinated ensemble feels as good as it looks.

Soft and plush, each piece is stain and shrink resistant, and you can toss them in the washer for easy cleaning. Table covers are trimmed in no-shrink grosgrain ribbon and made for both square and round tables. Each piece will stay attractive and keep its suede-like feel for years. Table cover measurements are cover size, not table size.

round tabl e cover Measurement is the cover's diameter.

54" #8530 | $69.95 64" #8200 | $89.95 74" #8300 | $119.95

s ued e cha ir cover chair cover: 11"H x 18"W #8557 | $17.95

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Measurement is cover size, not table size.

44" x 44" #8105 | $54.95 54" x 54" #8100 | $79.95

seat cushion: 15" x 15" #8558 | $23.95

furniture

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NEW & intriguing..

DUPLICATE CARDS: Slam deck

At last, an opportunity to practice slam bidding and making slam contracts. Many players find this difficult because slam hands are few and far between. The duplicate cards slam deck features only hands with slam decisions. On all 48 deals in the slam pack your partnership has to decide if slam is the best contract! #8395 | $11.95 Bundle new decks 10, 11 & SLAMS #8370C | $30.00

ACBL

All Plastic Cards

Our newest cards created specifically with you in mind. These cards are designed to feel good, shuffle well and work great in the dealing machine. Most importantly, they are durable. #8600 | $42.95

CLUB

poster

The poster is perfect for a club or bridge group to serve as a reminder to always be courteous to other players! 18" X 24" #6790 | $15.95

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Annoying the Opponents

Bidding Flashcards by Marti Ronemus

This double deck of 100 bidding flashcards is great for practice and learning! Share them with your friends for even more fun!

Level 2 beginner - Annoying the Opponents: Overcalls & Take-Out Doubles. See a sample card and learn more on pg. 19! #6212 | $21.95

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Aces

KEY CHAIN

Royal

BOARDS

Our newest boards are great for clubs or individuals with a dealing machine. These boards come with labels and bar codes for the dealing machine pre-attached. Labels identify dealer and vulnerability and the top opens for easy loading. More information on pg. 24 Beautiful silver key chain with four ace charms. #8480 | $9.95

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Set of 16 (1-16) Set of 32 (1-32) Set of 36 (1-36)

#44616 | $44.95 #44600 | $79.95 #44600X | $89.95

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It's all in the details. Dress up your table and your conversation with these fun party accessories.

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Beautiful Candy Dishes

Serve your favorite snacks with style in our card symbol dishes. They are 7" across and made of polished cast aluminum. Not dishwasher safe. Set of 4. #8541 | $39.95

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Bridge Napkins

Spice up your next bridge party with these hilarious beverage napkins. 5" x 5", 3-ply, 20-count #8112 | $6.95

Ice Bucket

Brightly decorated with colorful playing cards, this 3-quart bucket keeps ice cold! #8126 | $39.95

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party supplies

Card Night Party Supplies

Add fun and flair to your next bridge party with these colorful coordinated paper napkins and coated paper plates.

Beverage Napkins 16 Count #7911 | $3.95 Luncheon Napkins 16 Count #7912 | $4.95 Luncheon Plates 8 Count #7913 | $3.95 Dinner Plates 8 Count #7914 | $4.95 Hot/Cold Cups 9-oz. 8 Count #7915 | $3.95

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Tote Bag Bundle

Carry your supplies in style with this sturdy canvas bag. Bundle includes a double deck of Baron All-Plastic Cards, two pens, and a EZ Scorer. It has a zippered main compartment, two front pockets and shoulder-length handles.

Tote Bag #37115 | $24.95 Tote Bag Bundle #37115B | $32.95

Dew Stopper Coasters

From Sandstone Creations This set of four coasters comes with a handsome wooden caddy. #8561 | $29.95

Designer Gift Wrap

Quality paper beautifully printed in the Jack, King, Queen design. Each package contains 2 sheets (27" x 19"). #8234 | $5.00

Card Symbol Gift Bag

Measures 9" x 7 3/8" x 3 1/2" #7758 | $2.95

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From top to bottom: Tervis Tumbler #8226 $19.95, Card Symbol Socks #8430 $14.95, Congress Playing Cards Double Deck #8630Q $15.95, Silver Earrings #8437 $19.95, Coffee Mug #8534 $8.95, Erika Oller Greeting Cards #7751 $14.00

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designed with your comfort in mind

CARD HOLDERS

Wooden Card Rack with pencil holder This card holder has three slots for easy arranging and allows for great visibility of all cards in your hand. Card Symbol pencil included. 10"L #8408 | $12.95

The Winning Hand A great combination of design, style and function.

Stands freely on table or can be hand held. #8409 | $14.95

Wooden Card Holders Set of 2

Acrylic Card Holder This is a great card holder for players who have difficulty holding their cards. It easily fits your entire hand, made of strong, lightweight acrylic. 15"L #8403 | $11.95

This set of 4 round card holders is handy and convenient. Holds all types and sizes of card holders

These card holders are made with privacy in mind! Their curved design makes for private viewing and creates a stable base to hold your cards without tipping. 13"L

#8407 | $12.95

#8405 | $19.95

Set of Round Card Holders

Slant pad

With 180 sheets, this uniquely shaped pad with card motif along side of it's slanted edge makes for a great gift or prize! #15100 | $8.95

Pad Block

Over 800 sheets of card motif edge printed notepaper. Each pad has a pen/pencil holder. #8550 | $14.95

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card holders & paper

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Club Favorite

perect for the bridge club or at home

SNACK CADDY

Snack Caddy Cup Holder

You asked and we listened! Snack Caddies are here! The convenience they afford is a luxury for card players and revelers alike. Avoid spills and messes while saving room on the table for your favorite game.

Fits all rectangular or square card tables. 2 per package. #8531 $18.95 | Set of 2 $14.95 | 4 Sets or more

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A. Mechanical Pencils Available in red or black.

7mm Standard lead. #8017 | $1.50 ea

10 / $13.50* 50 / $64.95* 100/$119.95*

B. Card Symbol Pencil Full length pencils come pre-sharpened with erasers. #8013 | $8.95/Dozen

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Pens C. Four Queens Pen Refillable. Writes in black. #8019 | $1.95 ea 10 / $17.50* 50 / $75.00*

D. I Love Bridge Pens Available in red or black.

Writes in black. #8025 | $1.95 ea 10 / $17.50* 50 / $75.00*

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snack caddy, pens & pencils

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reward achievement with beauty

JEWELRY Life Master Gold Jewelry

Acknowledge those once in a lifetime Bridge achievements! Life Master jewelry allows all levels of achievement to be recognized for a lifetime!

Silver LM is sterling silver, rhodium plated. Others are sterling silver plated in 18k yellow gold. Diamond LM pieces are set with a 5-point diamond. Tie scarf pins have safety chain; lapel pins do not.

Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery, shipping and handling is $12.95.

Sorry no discounts.*

Pendant 2.8g #360161

$99

#360192

$99

#360130

$99

Bronze Life Master

#360167

$99

#360197

$99

#360131

$99

Silver Life Master

#360174

$99

#360203

$99

#360132

$99

Gold Life Master

#360179

$99

#360210

$99

#360133

$99

Diamond Life Master

#360185

$149

#360125

$149

#360134

$149

Ace of Clubs

#360263

$99

#360268

$99

#360135

$99

Mini McKenney

#360251

$99

#360256

$99

#360136

$99

Four Aces Life Master Pin

Bridge Charm Bracelet

#8527 | $9.95

#8420 | $69.95

Egg Pendant

Silver Playing Card Charm Jewelry

This piece features four aces fashioned from fine filigree and Swarovski crystals. Available in 24kt gold vermeil or 925 sterling silver finish.

24"chain.

Specify Gold or Silver #8460 | $119.00

jewelry

Tie-Scarf Pins w/ Chain, 2.6g

Life Master

This gold-finished emblem of achievement is the perfect gift for an accomplished player.

Approximately 1"T x 1"W

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Lapel Pin 2.6g

Make a fashion statement about the game you love. Bracelet is silver plated, beads are aluminum, silver plate and zinc alloy. Adjusts from 7 - 83/4"L.

Matching bracelet and earrings also available.

Necklace 20" #8435 | $29.95 Bracelet #8436 | $29.95 Earrings #8437 | $19.95 Full Set #8438 | $65.95

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GAMES Bidittle Card Game

A perfect game to teach bidding to your family, kids or grandkids!

BIDittle is a simple bidding and trick-taking card game that uses a colorful game board with bidding prompts in each corner to simplify the bidding process. The sevencard hands are easy to hold and help the game move quickly. Not only is BIDittle fun to play it introduces players to concepts used in the game of bridge. The name BIDittle was chosen because it is just that, a little bidding bridge game. Share your love of bridge with others by introducing your family and friends to the game of BIDittle. #7702 | $29.95

SEE ALL OF OUR FAMILY AND STRATEGY GAMES ONLINE AT WWW.BARONBARCLAY.COM

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CASPARI GIFT SETS

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Over the past 60 years Caspari has earned their name, with fine design and high quality playing cards. Each gift set includes a matching double deck of cards and two score pads.

Regular Jumbo

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#8651 | $19.95 #8652 | $19.95

E. Tobacco F. Butterflies H. Secret Garden

more styles available online at baronbarclay.com

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CONGRESS PLAYING CARDS Congress cards are known for their attractive designs and enduring quality.

Each matching pair is packaged in a deluxe gift box. Available in regular and jumbo index.

Regular | #8630 Jumbo | #8619

G K Q DD

1 Double Deck | $15.95 6 Double Decks | $84.95

C. Cat & Dog E. Seashells F. Butterflies

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gift sets

G. Sunflowers K. Southern Charm Q. Black Marble DD. Tulips

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PLAYING CARDS

PINOCHLE CARDS Players try to bid the number of points their team will win.

Win as many points as you bid.

Bicycle #8663 | Standard #8664 | Jumbo 2 decks | $6.00 12 decks | $29.95

POKER CARDS

EUCHRE CARDS

CANASTA CARDS

A family of card games that combines gambling, strategy and skill.

A trick-taking game for 4 players. The object is win at least 3 of 5 tricks, with an extra bonus for winning all 5.

Appealing to card players of all skill levels. Fast paced and full of exciting twists.

Bicycle #8661 | Standard #8662 | Jumbo 2 decks | $6.00 12 decks | $29.95

Cartamundi # 8646 2 decks | $5.50

Piatnik Premium #8641 2 decks | $14.95

MORE

REVOLVING CARD HOLDER a convenient card holder with a swivel base and beveled edges for easy drawing.

SUPER JUMBO DECK Bridge-size cards designed for the visually impaired.

Letters and numbers are 1" high. One red deck, one blue.

2 deck | #8510 | $6.95 6 deck | #8511 | $9.95

#8692 | $9.95

CARD SHUFFLER No batteries needed with this quiet, easy-to-use manually operated shuffler.

Shuffles one to two decks. #8540 | $19.95

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bridge size cards to suit every need

BRIDGE CARDS BESTSELLER

ACBL CARDS Six colors per dozen.

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The official cards used by the American Contract Bridge League in tournaments and clubs. Plastic-Coated and now available in ALL PLASTIC.

PLASTIC-COATED c e llo p h ane wra ppe d Regular Index #110105 $21.95/Dozen Jumbo Index #110117 $22.95/Dozen

box ed do uble d eck

Regular Index #110112 $26.95/6 Double decks Jumbo Index #110120 $27.95/6 Double decks

WHY ALL-PLASTIC CARDS?

ALL-PLASTIC ce llophan e w rapped

• DURABLE • LONG LASTING • WASHABLE • EASY-TO-SHUFFLE • DEALER MACHINE COMPATIBLE

Regular Index Only #8600 $42.95/ dozen

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BARCLAY CARDS Six colors per dozen.

These cards are plastic-coated with a linen finish. The linen-finish makes them easier to shuffle and deal and helps reduce wear and tear.

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Regular Index #8610 $24.95/Dozen Junior Giant Index #8620 $24.95/Dozen

box ed do u b l e d ec k

Regular Index #8612 $29.95/6 Double Decks Junior Giant Index #8622 $29.95/6 Double Decks

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bridge cards

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BARON ALL-PLASTIC Six colors per dozen.

The ultimate value in playing cards! Manufactured with a magnificent textured finish, and slightly larger print. You'll love these cards!

BICYCLE® BRIDGE Six colors per dozen.

Bicycle® quality plastic coated

bridge cards, made exclusively for Baron Barclay. Each deck is sold in an individual cardboard tuck box.

KEM ALL-PLASTIC

Kem has been producing the most desired playing cards in the world for over 60 years. Each matched pair comes in an attractive double box.

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c e l lop h ane wrappe d Regular Index #8685 $39.95/ dozen

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Regular Index #8686 $9.95/ 1 double deck #8686 $44.95/ 6 double decks

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Regular Index #8615 $36.95 Jumbo Index #8618 $36.95 A. Arrow - Red/Blue H. Paisley - Blue/Red M. Arrow - Gold/Black

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shine above the rest

IMPROVE & LEARN

The Bridge Wheel An essential for any beginner!

BESTSELLER

This easy to use wheel allows you to have all the correct bids and responses at your fingertips. Point the arrow to the correct auction and read the proper bid in the window. Updated to reflect 15-17 NT range and Strong 2's.

Topics Include: • Responses to suit bids • Responses to notrump opening bids • Balanced and unbalanced hands • Point count guidelines • Distributional point rules • Competitive auction • Blackwood Convention #8052 $4.95

Bridge Party Table Cloth Cloth includes; Bidding requirements for opening bids and responses, bidding evaluation and scoring for rubber bridge on all sides. 44"X44 #8110 $39.95

Vinyl Bidding Cover This table cover has bidding instructions on all sides and fits on top of any table or tablecloth, SAYC bridge bidding and some modern easy to understand bridge conventions. #37125 $45.95

Laminated Bidding Mats Bid with confidence! These mats are easy to read and perfect for beginners. An abundance of bidding information is now a glance away. #8054 $16.95 set of four

Quick Reference Decks The St. Petersburg Bridge Club has created four reference guides that are designed to be easy guides to the most important points about bridge systems and conventions. Sort the cards your own way, write on the cards and use the cards with your partners.

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improve and learn

Basic #5476 | $12.00 Intermediate #5477 | $12.00 Doubles and Redoubles #5485 | $12.00 Two Over One #5505 | $12.00 All 4 Reference Decks #5487 | $42.95

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Flashcards by Marti Ronemus

"More Fun Than Grownups Should Have!"

Annoying the Opponents: Overcalls and Take-Out Doubles Level 2 Beginner It’s so easy for the opponents to reach the right contract when we are silent throughout the auction. Well, we’ve had enough of that!!

We are going to become the opponents’ worst nightmare by interfering in the auction.

We are going to be downright annoying!

What’s the best way to use these cards? Up to you! Use them to review your skills. Use them to learn NEW skills. Share them with your Pard. Deal them out and play them with your fellow bridge buddies. Use them like Trivial Pursuit cards. Use them in “drinking games.” You’ll figure out novel ways to get the most from them!

-Marti Ronemus

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Bidding Flashcards

Level 1 Beginner Use these flashcards to practice your basics. #6210 $21.95 Get both flashcard decks for $34.95 | #6220*

Purchase 12 - 19 receive 40% off Purchase 20 or more receive 50% off *no additional discounts

The Standard Plays of Card Combinations on Flash Cards Becoming familiar with the most common card combinations will improve your play immensely. This boxed set of 131 flash cards will help you do just that! The front of each card gives a card combination as a problem. Flip it over and you will find the correct line of play and why. #8171 $18.95

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fun for the social player

RUBBER BRIDGE Chicago Bridge Score Pads

CHICAGO FOUR-DEAL

Contract Bridge Super Jumbo Score Pad

BRIDGE SCORE PAD

INDIVIDUAL SCORES

PLAYERS

Printed one side, with how to score on opposite side.

100 Sheets 51/2" X 81/2"

1ST GAME 2ND GAME 3RD GAME

Printed one side.

50 sheets 41/4" X 7"

TOTALS

VULNERABILITY TABLE

DEAL 1 NEITHER DEAL 3 DEALER

DEAL 2 DEALER DEAL 4 BOTH

#7571 6 Pads / $9.95 24 Pads $31.95*

#7569 1 Pad / $6.50 6 Pads / $29.95*

BARCLAY A Rubber Bridge Score Pads

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Scoring on inside of front cover. Score sheets printed on both sides. Each pad contains 30 sheets. #7570 |

$8.95 / 6 Pads

CONGRESS Score Pad C

SUPPLY BARON BARCLAY BRIDGE • 800-274-2221

Score sheet on one side of page. Scoring on inside front cover. Each pad contains 50 sheets.

$29.95* / 24 Pads

#8613AW | $4.00 / 1 pad

B Tallies

Tallies D

Two and three table. 24 tallies for 8 to 12 players.

Two table and three table progressive. #8614AW | $4.00 / Per package of 12

#7574 | $5.95 / Per package of 24

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Ardisson Movements

Tallies for up to 48 players (4 -12 tables).

Set consists of master sheet which can be copied and distributed to all players. A must for large games with individual movement. 9 rounds each. #6135 | $9.95

5 Player Rotation Card

Each players sits, deals, rotates, sits out and plays with each player an equal amount of time. With envelope for storage. #6950 | $7.95

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rubber bridge

Laws of Rubber Bridge Revised 2017 edition The rules for rubber bridge games. This will settle disputes in your foursome and will familiarize the players with accepted etiquette and customs. #2445 | $9.95

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fun for the club player

DUPLICATE BRIDGE AT HOME DUPLICATE CARDS! SLAMS duplicate cards - At last an opportunity to practice bidding and making slam contracts! The duplicate cards slams deck features hands with only slam decisions. On all 48 deals in the slam pack your partnership has to decide if slam is the best contract.

• Play deals with your friends at home that have been played in real tournaments.

• Each deck comes with 48 pre-dealt hands. Deal them out like a deck of cards.

• Play them as many times as you would like, all at your own pace.

• Each deck comes with a booklet to allow you to compare scores with players of all levels who have played the same deal, the results from each deal as played in the tournament, a recommended bid, a recommended opening lead, and pointers and tips about the bidding and play of each hand.

Individual decks 1-11 + Slams | $11.95 each Bundle of 3 decks | $30.00 Save $5.85 when you bundle!

The suggested auctions are according to Standard American, SAYC (five-card major suit openings, 1NT 15-17 HCP, 2C artificial and forcing, and weak two-bids). The back of the cards are coded making dealing each hand quick and easy!

UBID BRIDGE - THE BRIDGE APP TO PRACTICE & IMPROVE YOUR BIDDING! With the bidding App uBid you can practice and improve your bidding with your partner(s) 24/7.

You can bid random hands or select specific bidding themes and conventions. uBid is a great bidding tool for all bridge levels and bidding systems. uBid is currently available on Android and Apple for both smart phones and tablets. Get it in the App Store or Google Play Store, by searching “uBid Bridge.”

Purchase Eric Rodwell’s Bidding Topics and receive two months free access to uBid Premium with all bidding themes and premium functionalities. You and your partner can practice all the bidding topics discussed in the book.

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never miss a bid

BIDDING DEVICES

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A SuperBridge Box with Plastic Cards

Set of 4 These boxes are in a class of their own! They include long-lasting plastic cards that are static free, not sticky and not slippery. Easy-to-read design makes them perfect for right or left handed players. In navy.

51/2"L X 31/2" W X 1-1/4 T

Boxes with plastic cards Plastic replacement cards

#6700B $39.95 #6701 $34.95

B Bid Buddy Bidding Boxes ÂŽ

Set of 4 These boxes come with durable lacquered bidding cards. Easy to open and close design, and stack for easy transportation and storage. In red or green.

5"L X 31/4"W X 11/4"T

Boxes with lacquered cards Boxes with plastic cards Lacquered replacement cards Plastic replacement cards

#6602 #6602X #6504BB #6506

$34.95 $49.95 $29.95 $39.95

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Set of 4 This style Bidding Box sits upright on the table. The Neo Box is used by the ACBL in all North American Bridge Championships. In red or yellow.

51/4"L X 31/2"W X 21/2"T

Boxes with lacquered cards Boxes with plastic cards Lacquered replacement cards Plastic replacement cards

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bidding devices

#6500 #6500X #6504 #6506

$36.95 $51.95 $29.95 $39.95

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Universal Bidding Boxes ®

Set of 4 Very compact, this box takes up the space of a deck of cards or can clamp onto the side of the table. In red.

21/2"L X 3"W X4"T

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CONVENTION CARDS & HLDERS SPECIAL DOUBLES After Overcall: Penalty __________ thru_______________ Negative Responsive : thru _____ Maximal Support: Dbl. thru _____ Redbl Card-showing Min. Offshape T/O ________________________________ SIMPLE OVERCALL 1 level_____to_____HCP (usually) very light style often 4 cards Responses New Suit: Forcing NFConst NF Jump Raise: Forcing Inv. Weak _______________________________ JUMP OVERCALL Strong Intermediate Weak ________________________________ OPENING PREEMPTS Sound Light Very Light 3/4-bids Conv./Resp. _____________________

NOTRUMP OVERCALLS Direct: _____to____Systems on Conv. ____________________ Balancing: _______to_______ Jump to 2NT: Minors 2 Lowest Conv. ____________________ DEFENSE VS NOTRUMP vs: __________ __________ 2♣ __________ __________ 2♦ __________ __________ 2♥ __________ __________ 2♠ __________ __________ Dbl: __________ __________ Other______________________ __________________________ OVER OPP'S T/O DOUBLE New Suit Forcing: 1 level 2 level Jump Shift:Forcing Inv. Weak Redouble implies no fit 2NT Over Limit+ Limit Weak Majors Minors Other______________________

NAMES ___________________________________________________________ GENERAL APPROACH

NOTRUMP OPENING BIDS 1NT 3♣ _______________ ______ to _____ 3♦ _______________ ______ to _____ 3♥ _______________ 5-card Major common System on over ______ 3♠ _______________ ____________________ 2♣ Stayman Puppet 2♦ Transfer to ♥ 4♦, 4♥ Transfer Forcing Stayman Smolen 2♥ Transfer to ♠ Lebensohl (____denies) 2♠ ____________ Neg. Double :________ 2NT ____________ Other: ______________

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INTERMEDIATE 5 CARD MAJOR Textbook #1122* Teacher Manual #1132 ADVANCED AND DUPLICATE Textbook #1123* Teacher Manual #1133 PLAY OF THE HAND Textbook #1124* Teacher Manual #1134 TEXTBOOK $5.95 MANUAL $12.95 COMPLETE MANUAL #1135 $39.95 Complete manual includes all 50 lessons in one binder, plus lesson plans for teaching a class in 2/1 Game Force.

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book review

PLAYERS QUICK REFERENCE COMPANION

BY LARRY HA RRI S

FO R S E RI O U S N O N - E X PERTS

OVERVIEW This book is for serious non-experts and will help bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. It facilitates quick direct look-up for answers about bidding, play and defense. By using PQRC you can avoid bidding accidents with your partner and apply continuous pressure on your opponents.

Avoid bidding accidents with your partner and apply continuous pressure on your opponents.

TH E FOCUS OF TH IS HANDB OO K: Elaboration upon the many North American Standard basics that exist, be they bidding, defensive signaling or that pesky opening lead. The majority of the text consist of a collection of self-contained job aids which facilitate quick direct look-up. The emphasis is upon functionality.

The main thesis is to "THIMK" before pulling out a card from your bidding box or making a play your partner understands as opposed to just throwing cards. To some, the format may appear to be a bit terse, but others will appreciate the depth of coverage not to mention having the data being in one easy-to-find location.

Available in Paperback - Spiral bound

#5531 | $19.95

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KEYS TO WINNING BRIDGE

BY FRANK ST EWA RT OV ERVIEW Syndicated columnist and author Frank Stewart believes that two factors determine who wins and loses at the bridge table. In "Keys to Winning Bridge," his 24th book, Frank emphasizes sound fundamental skills and keeping avoidable errors to a minimum.

In play and defense, he treats basic techniques; in the bidding, he discusses style and discipline -- concepts rarely found in the literature. The importance of conventions and systems is minimized. A final section deals with a personal aspect of the game: cultivating a winning attitude.

CONTENTS PART ONE: DUMMY PLAY At Trick One Technique Timing More Technique Using The Clues PART ONE: DEFENSE Good and Bad Rules Basic Approaches Opening Leads Partnership Defense Using The Clues PART THREE: BIDDING Fundamentals Style Discipline Artificialities PART FOUR: WINNING ATTITUDES Winning Attitudes Maintaining Focus

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RE VI EW "As far as I'm concerned, this book - Frank's 24th - is his best one of all. It's a winner!

- Eddie Kantar "Frank has captured not only what it takes to win but the way to get there. You'll enjoy what he has to say."

- Bobby Wolff

Available in Paperback

#5527 | $22.95 book review

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Congratulations Eric Rodwell!

ERIC RODWELL'S BIDDING TOPICS: ABTA BOOK OF THE YEAR The techniques in this book are sustainable and can be incorporated into any bidding system. Learn from the best and see instant improvement in your results at the bridge table. The nine excellent topics that have been selected will have wide appeal, including two about conventions Rodwell invented himself: Support Doubles, and Serious 3NT. Topics cover some very important areas of constructive bidding, competitive bidding, and slam bidding.

"Everyone knows Eric is one of the game's best bidding theorists. He also writes very clearly on these important topics, with material suitable for all players."

- Jeff Meckstroth, Multiple World Champion

#5529 | $19.95

ABTA

BOOK OF THE YEAR

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QUICK REFERENCE DECKS

The St. Petersburg Bridge Club has created four CUSTOMIZABLE reference guides that are sure to make you a better player and make your partnership more successful. Players are using the Decks in all kinds of ways. #5487 | $42.95

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abta book of the year & bundles

AUDREY GRANT'S BRIDGE BASICS BUNDLE Great for a beginner - this package deal includes all the books you need to get started and improve you bridge game. Includes: Bridge at a Glance: Expanded, Bridge Basics 1: An Introduction, Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding, and Bridge Basics 3: Popular Conventions. #3109 | $39.95

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POPULAR TITLES 25 BRIDGE CONVENTIONS YOU SHOULD KNOW

BY BARBARA SEAGRAM & MARC SMITH The authors have selected 25 basic conventions and treatments that novice players can easily assimilate into their own methods. They explain clearly and concisely how to use each one and how it fits into a standard bidding system.

BRIDGE CONVENTIONS, DEFENSES & COUNTERMEASURES

BY RON KLINGER

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HOW TO PLAY LIKE AN EXPERT

BY MEL COLCHAMIRO

Mel's unique "userfriendly" writing style enables the reader to learn how to think like the experts do. He includes sound advice from bridge stars and a variety of other famous personalities (that will help everyone improve their game).

JUDGMENT AT BRIDGE 2

BY MIKE LAWRENCE

In Judgment at Bridge 2, Mike continues with his guidance on how to approach the game.

Take Mike's counsel and you will become a better player and a more difficult opponent. A must read for players serious about advancing their game. #5532 $23.95

#5169 $21.95

LARRY TEACHES DECLARER PLAY AT SUIT CONTRACTS

BY LARRY COHEN

The 5th book in Larry Cohen's Intermediatelevel teaching series.

The first 4 were on 2/1 Game Forcing, Doubles, Opening Leads and Defense. This book takes the player through all the steps to become successful at declaring suit contracts. #5489 $14.95

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Conventions are a vital element of bidding in bridge and, unless they are clearly and easily understood, they can be destructively dangerous.

This book explains each convention and covers in detail how it can be used and how it is often misused.

JEFF MECKSTROTH PRESENTS DEFENSIVE COMMUNICATIONS

BY ANDREW GARNETT

Basic Defensive Communications (was Leads & Signals) is written for the beginner through the intermediate bridge skill level that wants to learn how to communicate and think like the pros during the defense!

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BERKOWITZ, DAVID/MANLEY, BRENT Precision Today Paperback 3959

$19.95 BERRY,DEE Cuebids In A Nutshell Spiral 5208

$12.95 Manual For Cuebids In A Nutshell Spiral 5281

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ANDERSEN, RON Preempts From A To Z Paperback 1005

$15.95 Lebensohl Convention Complete Paperback 1002

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BEALL, RON Enhanced Precision: 4th Edition Paperback 5484

$17.95 BECKER, JIM Biggest Little Bridge Book Paperback 2605

Everyday Bridge Conventions Paperback 5139

Play And Defense In Suits Paperback 2614

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BERGEN, MARTY Secrets To Winning Bridge Booklets Color coded, 24 page booklets full of helpful tips and crucial concepts. See the full list of titles on our website.

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BIRD, DAVID 25 Bridge Myths Exposed Paperback 3976

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$18.95 Abbot, The Parrot And The Bermuda Bowl Paperback 5500

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$18.95 Bridge Squeezes For Everyone Paperback 3940

$19.95 Celestial Cardplay Paperback 5272

$19.95 Clever Plays In The Trump Suit Paperback 5363

$19.95 Defensive Signaling At Bridge Paperback 5300

$19.95 Famous Bridge Swings Paperback 5538 $18.95 Heavenly Contracts Paperback 5194

$23.95 Unholy Tricks Paperback 5177

$19.95 What’s Your Line?

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$18.95 Winning Duplicate Tactics Paperback 5451

$19.95 BIRD, DAVID/ANTHIAS, TAF Winning Notrump Leads

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15 Winning Cardplay Techniques Paperback 5375

$19.95 Saints & Sinners Paperback 1613

$19.95 Test Your Technique Series Booklets on a wide variety of topics. See the full list on our website.

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$27.95 BIRD,DAVID/SMITH, MARC Bridge Technique Series Deceptive Card Play Booklet 3853

Eliminations & Throw-Ins Booklet 3852

Entry Management Booklet 1801

Tricks With Finesses Booklet 3926

Tricks With Trumps Booklet 1811

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$23.95 Boehm’s Basic Bridge Paperback 5237

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$14.95 Bridge Smarts: A Path To Success Paperback 5478

$14.95 Matchpoints Versus Imps Paperback 5305

$14.95 Expert Hand Evaluation Paperback 5560

$14.95 BOURKE, TIM/SILVER, DAVID Canterbury Bridge Tales Paperback 5460

$15.95 BOURKE, TIM/CORFIELD, JUSTIN The Art Of Declarer Play

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BRUNO, STEVE/HARDY, MAX Two Over One: An Introduction Paperback 4750

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CASEY, KEN For a full list please visit our website www.baronabrclay.com Tips on Advanced Bridge and Notrump Paperback 5524

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$19.95 Playing Beginning Bridge Paperback 5494

$19.95 Playing Defense Paperback 5497

$19.95 Playing Intermediate Bridge Paperback 5495

$19.95 Playing The NT Hand Paperback 5499

$19.95 Tips On Bridge Defense Paperback 5523

$19.95 Tournament Bridge for Beginning Players Paperback 5568

$19.95 Tournament Bridge for Intermediate Players Paperback 5567

$19.95 Tournament Bridge for Advanced Players Paperback 5569

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CHOW, LARRY Defending Against NT’s & Big Clubs Paperback 5402

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$19.95 Talk Of The Table Paperback 5338

$9.95 To Bid Or Not To Bid Paperback 4580

$19.95 COLCHAMIRO, MEL How To Play Like An Expert Paperback 5169

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Beginner 5501

Intermediate 5502

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DESERPA, ALLAN Sixpack Repcack: Keycards and Queecards Paperback 5528 $17.95 The Two-Club Marionette Paperback 5558 $12.95

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FLYNN, ELIZABETH The 8 Of Clubs Was Good?

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GOODWIN, JUDE/ELLISON, DON Teach Me To Play - A First Bridge Book Paperback 3160

$17.95 GRANOVETTER, MATT & PAM Bridge Conventions In Depth Paperback 3990

$25.95 Conventions At A Glance 2014 Edition Paperback 5282

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DARVAS, ROBERT/LUKACS, PAUL Spotlight On Card Play Paperback 3910

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Interference Over Your 1ntFlash Cards Paperback 5522

$15.95 Flash For Signals And Leads Paperback 5518

$15.95 Jeff Meckstroth Presents Defensive Communications Paperback 5508

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HALL, BURT/ROSE-HALL, LYNN How The Experts Win At Bridge Paperback 5821

$16.95 HAMMAN, BOB At The Table Paperback 4883

$23.95 HAMPTON, BOB Remember Every Card In The Deck Paperback 5412

$14.95 HANS, SARTAJ Battling The Best Paperback 5511

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HARDY, MAX Advanced Bidding-21st Century Paperback 3949

$20.00 Standard Bidding-21st Century Paperback 3866

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BOOKS Laws Of Duplicate Through The Eyes Of The Player Spiral 5231

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Topics In Declarer Play Paperback 3975

HELMS, JERRY Best of Ask Jerry Paperback 5549

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KAUDER, JAMES Bridge Philosopher 3 Paperback 5407

HORTON, MARK Misplay These Hands With Me Paperback 5187

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HORTON, MARC/BARBARA SEAGRAM Pocket Guide To Acol Paperback 5258

$9.95 JONES, JENNIFER Losing Trick Count Booklet 5382

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$19.95 Test Your Bridge Play - Volume 2 Paperback 5406

$19.95 Advanced Bridge Defense Paperback 2036

$25.95 Bridge For Dummies 4th Edition Paperback 3354A $22.95 Introduction To Declarers Play Paperback 2130

$15.00 Introduction To Defenders Play Paperback 2135

$15.00 Kantar For The Defense Vol 1 Paperback 2140

$10.00 Modern Bridge Defense Paperback 3408

$25.95 Roman Keycard Blackwood Paperback 3075

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KLINGER, RON 100 Winning Duplicate Tips Paperback 5022

$20.00 Improve Your Play In Trump Contracts Paperback 5392

$19.95 Right Through The Pack Again Paperback 5259

$29.95 When To Bid,When To Pass Paperback 3992

$19.95 100 Winning Bridge Tips Paperback 1425

$19.95 Better Bridge with Better Memory Paperback 2022

$16.95 Deadly Defence Paperback 5340

$22.95 Memory-Aids And Useful Rules Flipper Paperback 5155

$8.95 Modern Losing Trick Count Paperback 1420

$18.95 Conventions, Defences, & Countermeasures Paperback 5566

$19.95 LADERMAN, JULIAN Still Not Finding Squeezes?

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Bumblepuppy Days Paperback 5438

Play Bumblepuppy Bridge Paperback 5540

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LAMPERT, HARRY Fun Way To Better Bridge Paperback 3942

Fun Way To Advanced Bridge Paperback 0575

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BOOKS Fun Way To Serious Bridge Paperback 3230

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$15.00 Easybridge! #2 - Defense Paperback 1515

$15.00 Easybridge! #3 - Duplicate Bridge Paperback 1516

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$17.00 I Fought The Law Paperback 5077

$17.95 Card Combinations Paperback 0630

$14.95 Complete Book on Balancing Paperback 1770

$22.95 Hand Evaluation, Complete Book Paperback 1772

$16.95 How To Read Opponent’s Cards Paperback 0633

$14.95 Judgment At Bridge Paperback 1765

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$19.95 Partnership Understandings Paperback 0634

$6.95 Play Bridge with Mike Lawrence Paperback 0635

$17.95 Tips On Bidding Paperback 5457

$19.95 Workbook On 2 Over 1 System Paperback 1790

$14.95 Tips On Cardplay Paperback 5475

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LOVE, CLYDE Bridge Squeezes Complete Paperback 5277

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MANLEY, BRENT Smart Guide To Bridge Paperback 5435

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MOLLO, VICTOR/GARDENER, NICO Card Play Technique Paperback 5400

$22.95 O’CONNOR, PAT A First Book Of Bridge Problems Paperback 5348

$15.95 A Second Book Of Bridge Problems Paperback 5423

$15.95 Demystifying Defense Paperback 5571

$16.95 PARRISH, ADAM Bridge At The Cranmer Club Paperback 5466

When To Draw Trumps Paperback 5510

PENICK, MICHAEL Beginning Bridge Complete Paperback 0660

LAWRENCE, MIKE/HANSON, KEITH Winning Bridge Intangibles Paperback 0650

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POTTAGE, JULIAN A Great Deal Of Bridge Problems Paperback 5196

$21.95 Back Through The Pack Paperback 5156

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$17.95 Defend These Hands With Me Paperback 5124

$17.95 Why You Still Lose At Bridge Paperback 5434

$21.95 REESE,TERENCE/TREZEL,ROGER Accurate Cardplay Paperback 5448

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BOOKS Imaginative Cardplay Paperback 5449

REXFORD, KEN Cuebidding At Bridge Paperback 5152

Overcalling Opponent’s 1Nt Paperback 5369

Variable Key Card Blackwood Paperback 5395

RIGAL, BARRY Deceptive Declarer Play Paperback 5092

Deceptive Defense Paperback 5264

The Cardturner Hardcover 5286

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SCHULTZ, CHARLES M Bridge Mix: Cartoons Of Charles Schultz Paperback 5408

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SEAGRAM, BARBARA 25 More Conventions Paperback 5013

$19.95 Barbara Seagram’s Beginning Bridge Paperback 5217

$19.95 Cards For Seagram’s Beginning Bridge Paperback 5244

$7.95 Cheat Sheet Advanced Paperback 5261

$12.00 Cheat Sheet - Defence Paperback 5389

$12.00 Cheat Sheet - Two Over One Paperback 5479

$12.00 Cheat Sheet Intermediate Paperback 5186

$10.00 Cheat Sheet Bundle (All 4 Above) Paperback SEAGRAM $39.95

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ROBSON, ANDREW Bridge Lessons on a wide variety of topics.

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Paperback $9.95 Bridge: What Should Have Happened Paperback 5275

$22.95 RODWELL, ERIC Eric Rodwell’s Bidding Topics Paperback 5529

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RODWELL, ERIC/HORTON, MARC The Rodwell Files Paperback 5335

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ROOT, WILLIAM/PAVLICEK, RICHARD Modern Bridge Conventions Paperback 3011

$16.95 ROOT, WILLIAM How To Play A Bridge Hand Paperback 3009

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ROTH, DANNY Outsmart the Bridge Experts Paperback 5534

$14.95

RUBENS, JEFF Secrets Of Winning Bridge, 2nd Ed Paperback 5425

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SANDS, NORMA Bridge Helper Folder 3650

$4.95 New Standard American Updated 2010 Paperback 3958

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RIGAL, BARRY/DONN, JOSH More Breaking The Rules Paperback 5429

$19.95 ROBINSON, STEVE Washington Standard Paperback 3056

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SEAGRAM,BARBARA/BIRD,DAVID 25 Ways To Be A Better Defender Paperback 5143

$19.95 25 Ways To Take More Tricks Paperback 3989

$19.95 Bidding At Bridge: A Quizbook Paperback 5450

$15.95 Declarer Play At Bridge: A Quiz Book Paperback 5385

$15.95 Defensive Play At Bridge: A Quiz Book Paperback 5411

$15.95 Planning The Play Of A Bridge Hand Paperback 5252

$19.95 Planning The Play: The Next Level Paperback 5565

$19.95 Pocket Guide To Bridge Paper Over Coil 3939

$9.95 Pocket Guide To Declarer Play Paper Over Coil 5422

$9.95 Pocket Guide To Defensive Play Paper Over Coil 5432

$9.95 Pocket Guide To Even More Bridge Conventions Paper Over Coil 5462

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$15.95 SEAGRAM, BARBARA/LEE, RAY Jacoby 2nt Paperback 5009

$8.95 Roman Keycard Blackwood Paperback 5010

$8.95 Splinter Bids Paperback 5011

$8.95 Stayman Auctions Paperback 5054

$8.95 SEAGRAM, BARBARA/SMITH, MARC Pocket Guide To Bridge Conventions Paperback 5298

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$19.95 25 Ways To Compete In Bidding Paperback 1781

$19.95 Pocket Guide To Even More Bridge Conventions Paper Over Coil 5462 $9.95 SHEINWOLD, ALFRED Duplicate Bridge Paperback 2260

$9.95 SILVERMAN, SHIRLEY - SEE PAGE 33.

SIMON, S J Why You Lose At Bridge Paperback 0790

$14.95 SMITH, MARC Should I Or Shouldn’t I Paperback 5512

$19.95 ST PETERSBURG BRIDGE CLUB Quick Reference Decks $12.00 Basics 5476 Doubles & Redoubles 5485 Intermediate 5477

Two Over One 5505 Bundle 5487 $42.95 STEWART, FRANK Keys To Winning Bridge Paperback 5527

$22.95 Play Bridge With Me Paperback 5467

$21.95 Who Has The Queen?

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$23.95 SWANSON, JOHN Inside The Bermuda Bowl Paperback 4831

$14.95 THOMAS, BUTCH Preschool Bridge Coloring Book Paperback 5530 $8.00 THOMPSON, MATTHEW Bid, Play, Enjoy, Win More

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How To Be A Lucky Player Paperback 5420

THURSTON, PAUL 25 Steps To Learning 2/1 Paperback 3956

Playing 2/1 Paperback 5536

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TIMM, NEIL H Precision Simplified For 2/1 Players Paperback 5285

$13.95 TREBLE, BILL Defending At Bridge: A First Course Paperback 5507

$16.95 Two-Over-One: A First Course Paperback 5519

$19.95 The Big Payoff: Slam Bidding Paperback 5564

$21.95 TRUSCOTT, ALAN Bridge In 3 Weeks Paperback 5069

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$14.95 Winning Declarer Play Paperback 2175

$22.95 TUCKER, PATTY - SEE PAGE 33.

WATSON, LOUIS Classic Book On Play Of Hand Paperback 3675

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WOLFF, BOBBY The Lone Wolff Paperback 5202

$24.95

WONG, CLEMENT Winning With Queens Paperback 5362

$14.95

WOOLSEY, KIT Matchpoints - 2nd Edition Paperback 5465

Partnership Defense Paperback 0741

The Language of Bridge Paperback 5556

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WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BOOKS Chennai 2015 Paperback 5491 $34.95 Wroctaw 2016 Paperback 5535 $34.95

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One of the hardest things to do is to get in tune with your partner's bidding. If your partnership is out of sync on many of these problems, this will be an opportunity to fine-tune your agreements and perhaps some of the methods you use.

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