NateDog as usual is right on the money. The reason IMHO that so many people put extreme high value on a Jack is the fact that it is a PAINT. However, if cards were assigned a numerical value from 2 to 13 the jack would be valued at a 10 and it would not be as appealing to the average to below average player; however, the value of the card is the same in both instances. I know I'm preaching to the choir, but I think it is beneficial to realize which opponents have this view.


MarkW