It is NOT my intention to start another count debate. But rather put an end to the mindless drivel regarding counts at BJTF once and for all.
I do not believe these professors can even maintain their complex counts over the course of two decks, let alone 6. When I was in business, it was all about efficiency and avoiding bottle necks in production. The fastest way to perform a step is eliminating it all together.
So, hopefully someone out there will run a sim to compare these two counts for todays most common rules on 6 deck shoes. BJTF will drive the normal course of “kick the can” forever and never come to a conclusion. 55 posts and counting that said nothing. What a waste!
According to a page in Norm's book, Wong Halves already outperforms Hi Opi II. But one doesn't have to perform a side count with Wong Halves and Hi Opt II is virtually worthless without side counting the Ace. Why the extra step for a lower SCORE?
These SIMS are somewhat ridiculous. For one thing, they include strategies that are not practical for actual casino play. It really is just a pissing contest for which one has the highest SCORE. But as long as we're pissing, we may as well see the final tally. No?
KJ could speak to what is necessary in terms of indices and the do's and don'ts of actual shoe play. He could also speak to the fallacy claimed by those who sit through negative shoes with numerous players at the table. But, for now, that would only confuse the issue.
The many steps of a Tarzan count and it still doesn't out perform Hi Opt II. The extra steps of Hi Opt II and it can't outperform Wong Halves. Imagine if one added those steps to Wong Halves.
It is not about Level 2 or Level 3. It IS about the number of various tag values assigned.
If no one can actually run this SIM, then why the need for Qfit product? I will run a Sim if someone will provide me with the most common rules and acceptable spreads for shoes.