Dull Club (Saaie )

This Dutch method is another way to use the 1-bid. Just put all the balanced hands into 1! More details can be found in The Dull Club document located at the APIH Bridge Club. This will give partner the assurance of a fit in many occasions.

Opening bids

1 12 - 18 HCP, balanced
1 12+ HCP, 4+ (Including 4 4, some people even allow 5 4)
1 12+ HCP, 5+
1 12+ HCP, 5+
1NT 12+ HCP, 5+ or 4=4=1=4 (forcing, could be GF!)
2 19 - 22 bal.
2 Multi: Weak Two in /, 23+ balanced or GF without
2 Muiderberg in
2 Muiderberg in
2NT 4, 5+, 11 - 15 HCP

Responses to 1:

  • 1: 4+, 6+ HCP
  • 1: 4+, 6+ HCP
  • 1: Forces 1NT, 0 - 6 HCP / Balanced without majors
  • 1NT: 7 - 10 HCP, balanced
  • 2: 5+, forcing
  • 2: 5+, forcing
  • 2: 4 + 5+, 8 - 11 HCP
  • 2: 4 + 5+, 8 - 11 HCP
  • 2NT: 11 - 12 HCP, balanced
  • 3: Invite, 6-card suit