4-4 point low approach three-space low pincer

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Three-space low pincer

This is a traditional pincer that is still played.

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White's common replies

White's normal answers are at a, tenuki, at b and c.

Alex Weldon: I've been searching unsuccessfully for the continuation if White plays at c. Someone help me out?

The jump out at j was played in old Chinese games, but isn't a major variation in comtemporary go.

Charles Matthews

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White's 'a' reply

The white 'a' reply is a double kakari. B3 is one way out of a double kakari. B3 is not at b because you're not supposed to attach to the weaker (pincered) stone[1]. Attaching to the pincered stone makes the pincer a bit superfluous. B5 could also be at W6, but this is one possible joseki. White get's the left side, and black get's the top side - which is what black was hoping for with the pincer at B1. - Fhayashi

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White's 'c' reply

Against this W2 Black can still lean on the stronger stone with the outer attachment of B3, building a wall in the direction facing the pincer.

After W8 Black has a choice: a is peaceful, while b and c can lead to complications.

Jantiff


[1]

This piece of advice appears in some books, but is misleading. Charles


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