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 Originally Posted by Rondavu
Originally Posted by sinky
I don't like the all in option here. The only hands that are going to call are sets. So a decent re-raise should do the trick.
Exactly. You're announcing high pocket pair with an all in. In early position I call and check raise him on the turn. That usually tells your opponent you are strong, while somewhat concealing high pocket. It has the effect of forcing him to give away his strength. It's all about representation. Check raises represent enough strength to put a reraise on a strong two pair or better after the turn. It's very hard to sniff out a set on the flop. If you ever suspect it, then realize that any reveal will be extracted on the turn or river and make your flop cheaper. When you check raise the turn, even a Lagg would think twice about trying to steal the pot as a dog after being check raised on the turn.
I think your all in move here is most definately -EV against most competent opponents.
You need as much information as possible when playing high pocket pairs. They are so strong, yet so vulnerable. You lose most of your big pots holding them. You gotta learn to gauge strength and save money when you're beat.
disco
perfect analysis.. you make me scared to play at your table 
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