{"product_id":"the-precision-bidding-system-in-bridge-by-c-c-wei-rare-books","title":"The Precision Bidding System in Bridge by C. C. Wei [rare books]","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"391\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"62\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFirst published in 1973 (reprint of the original 1969 title)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"161\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis book is the foundational guide to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"61\"\u003ePrecision Club\u003c\/strong\u003e bidding system, developed by C. C. Wei. It presents the system’s artificial structure—most notably the \u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"224\"\u003e1♣ opening for any hand with 16+ high-card points (HCP)\u003c\/strong\u003e—and detailed follow-up bidding sequences to uncover fits, strengths, and distribution efficiently\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe text systematically explains the logic behind standard openings (1♥\/1♠ for 11–15 HCP, 1NT for 13–15 HCP balanced), responses, rebids, and competitive auctions. It also includes illustrative hands and commentary on competitive strategy, signaling, and conventions within the Precision framework\u003c\/span\u003e . \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAimed at serious players, it's concise (around 120 pages) yet comprehensive—ideal for those interested in adopting or mastering a strong‑club system\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"461\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"461\"\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eChung Ching Wei (July 12, 1914 – February 20, 1987) was a Chinese‑born American engineer‑turned‑entrepreneur and bridge innovator. He earned a B.E. in electrical engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University in 1936 and later emigrated to the U.S., where he built a successful shipping business\u003c\/span\u003e . \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eA passionate bridge enthusiast, Wei created the “China bidding system” (later known as Precision Club) in 1963 with the help of Alan Truscott. Though initially ignored, the system gained international recognition after Wei coached the Taiwan national team to runner‑up finishes in the 1969 and 1970 Bermuda Bowl tournaments, edging out North America in 1969 and spotlighting Precision’s power\u003c\/span\u003e . \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe funded elite teams—such as the “Precision Team”—that won major U.S. tournaments including the Spingold and Vanderbilt in the early 1970s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/C._C._Wei?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/C._C._Wei?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAt his death, Precision systems were described as “by far the most popular non‑standard method” in the world of expert bridge\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWei authored several books—including \u003cem data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eSimplified Precision Bridge\u003c\/em\u003e and the \u003cem data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eBidding Precisely\u003c\/em\u003e series (co‑authored with Ron Andersen)—and collaborated with Charles Goren on \u003cem data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"205\"\u003ePrecision Bidding for Everyone\u003c\/em\u003e, aiming to make the system more approachable for average players\u003c\/span\u003e . His legacy is deeply embedded in modern bridge theory: the Precision Club system continues to influence many world‑champion pairs and systems today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255608402106,"sku":"352L3RSOX-Used","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/pb.webp?v=1761450986","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/the-precision-bidding-system-in-bridge-by-c-c-wei-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}