Cribbage Guys... Help me understand this board (1 Viewer)

[Murph]

Picked this up a vintage market because I liked the way it looked: https://imgur.com/FBwl6Mj

But once we tried playing on it, I got confused as to how I'm supposed to keep track of things. There's a track for games won, a track for skunks, and a track for total points. But each side only has 6 pegs... standard 2 for playing the game, plus 1 for games won, plus 1 for skunks, plus 3 for total points (Ones/Tens/Hundreds) = 7.

I don't think it's a case of missing pegs because there's only 6 spots on the board for holding them before play starts. And why keep track of games won and skunks... just count the skunks as two games, no?

Anybody got some info on this kind of board? Google didn't turn up anything for me.

 

[snogger]

We've had something similar up in Canada but then I created a Handmade board ( https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/19025028_10213349623562222_3270843534875754500_o.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=54876d652aa9399cd31e01cd5fdcd0b0&oe=5B9E0DFA )

Now we just keep track of that stuff on paper.

We used Toothpicks for the different items like "Games Won",  "total points", etc.
But now we switch up teams during the week so keeping track for the week didn't work on that layout.

We usually put in $10 each for the week and then pay out to the person who had the most points, wins, etc...  

 

[DaVinci]

Playing for money, you track either games won or total points, not both.

 

[Borden]

My guess is 2 for playing, 3 for if you’re counting totals and 1 spare. 

 

[Borden]

We've had something similar up in Canada but then I created a Handmade board ( https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/19025028_10213349623562222_3270843534875754500_o.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=54876d652aa9399cd31e01cd5fdcd0b0&oe=5B9E0DFA )

Now we just keep track of that stuff on paper.

We used Toothpicks for the different items like "Games Won",  "total points", etc.
But now we switch up teams during the week so keeping track for the week didn't work on that layout.

We usually put in $10 each for the week and then pay out to the person who had the most points, wins, etc...  

Nice work on the board. Crib is a great game. 

 

[lardonastick]

We've had something similar up in Canada but then I created a Handmade board ( https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/19025028_10213349623562222_3270843534875754500_o.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=54876d652aa9399cd31e01cd5fdcd0b0&oe=5B9E0DFA )

Now we just keep track of that stuff on paper.

We used Toothpicks for the different items like "Games Won",  "total points", etc.
But now we switch up teams during the week so keeping track for the week didn't work on that layout.

We usually put in $10 each for the week and then pay out to the person who had the most points, wins, etc...  

Really cool!

 

[snogger]

Nice work on the board. Crib is a great game. 

Really cool!

next time I make one I will use a drill press... I hand nailed all the holes which is why they look strange/ not fully aligned.. I really enjoy wood burning so combining that hobby with a game I enjoy playing was worth the time.

 

[rogwadd]

I grew up in the Army with a career officer father and played quite a bit with my grandmother on the farm maybe every other year on our seemingly cross country moves.

Loved the game but could never remember the rules. I'd ask Grandma, but she dead.

I do have a claim on the crokinole board that my dad now possesses. Best wishes on your cribbage success.

 

[Nigel]

I need to teach my kids to play.

 

[Borden]

I need to teach my kids to play.

The most important part is the catch phrases. My grandpa made sure to etch those in my brain every summer.

”15, 2. 15 ,4. And the rest don’t score.”

”15, 2 and the rest won’t do.”

”Another massive 19 points in the crib.”

 

[CletiusMaximus]

My favorite drinking hole back in college had a few perfect 29 hands nailed to the wall behind the bar. Memories ...

 

[Borden]

My favorite drinking hole back in college had a few perfect 29 hands nailed to the wall behind the bar. Memories ...

I’ve still never seen one.

 

[[scooter]]

We've had something similar up in Canada but then I created a Handmade board ( https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/19025028_10213349623562222_3270843534875754500_o.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=54876d652aa9399cd31e01cd5fdcd0b0&oe=5B9E0DFA )

Now we just keep track of that stuff on paper.

We used Toothpicks for the different items like "Games Won",  "total points", etc.
But now we switch up teams during the week so keeping track for the week didn't work on that layout.

We usually put in $10 each for the week and then pay out to the person who had the most points, wins, etc...  

What the hell is that skunk doing???

 

[Eephus]

The most important part is the catch phrases. My grandpa made sure to etch those in my brain every summer.

”15, 2. 15 ,4. And the rest don’t score.”

That's the way I learned it but I play regularly with my neighbor the drunk who was taught  "15 two, 15 four and there ain't no more".  Maybe it's a regional thing because he's from KC.

It's the perfect two handed game IMO.  In some ways, it's a pity I could never get Mrs. Eephus to learn cribbage but I don't know if I'd be able to play as well without #### talking

 

[snogger]

We've had something similar up in Canada but then I created a Handmade board ( https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/19025028_10213349623562222_3270843534875754500_o.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=54876d652aa9399cd31e01cd5fdcd0b0&oe=5B9E0DFA )

Now we just keep track of that stuff on paper.

We used Toothpicks for the different items like "Games Won",  "total points", etc.
But now we switch up teams during the week so keeping track for the week didn't work on that layout.

We usually put in $10 each for the week and then pay out to the person who had the most points, wins, etc...  

What the hell is that skunk doing???

Stinking up the place :X

 

[Peggy Starfish]

 

[The Dreaded Marco]

The most important part is the catch phrases. My grandpa made sure to etch those in my brain every summer.

”15, 2. 15 ,4. And the rest don’t score.”

”15, 2 and the rest won’t do.”

”Another massive 19 points in the crib.”

Love it. 

My grandpa taught me the same first two.

For “19” point hands he’d say  “and I have what the little boy shot at”. Never was sure of the origin of that phrase and hadn’t thought about it for years, but Google tells me it’s definitely associated with cribbage. 

 

[Borden]

That's the way I learned it but I play regularly with my neighbor the drunk who was taught  "15 two, 15 four and there ain't no more".  Maybe it's a regional thing because he's from KC.

It's the perfect two handed game IMO.  In some ways, it's a pity I could never get Mrs. Eephus to learn cribbage but I don't know if I'd be able to play as well without #### talking

It’s funny that you bring up the smack talk because I always thought it was just my family. It’s awesome because crib seems like such an old person thing then all of a sudden there’s all this #### talking going on. It’s fantastic.

I bet there’s lots of good sayings that I either don’t know or am not remembering off the top of my head. If you think of anymore, definitely throw them in this thread and “at” me. 

 

[Borden]

Love it. 

My grandpa taught me the same first two.

For “19” point hands he’d say  “and I have what the little boy shot at”. Never was sure of the origin of that phrase and hadn’t thought about it for years, but Google tells me it’s definitely associated with cribbage. 

I looked it up after reading this because I’ve never heard of it too. I think I read what you must’ve read too. The “what Paddy shot at” article? Still no explanation though. Next time I play I will throw it out though. Well, hopefully I won’t get the chance  

 

[CletiusMaximus]

In some ways, it's a pity I could never get Mrs. Eephus to learn cribbage but I don't know if I'd be able to play as well without #### talking

I feel the same way about Euchre.  There's the way I grew up playing it - on my dad's side of the family, camping, picnics, parties, etc. where the banter was constant and there was a huge price to pay for any mistake. Its not the same playing with my neighbors in polite company, where even stealing the deal is seen as a #### move and misplayed cards are routinely picked back up and all's forgiven. :thumbsdown:

 

[Murph]

huge price to pay for any mistake

Can't speak to Euchre.... but to this point. Love playing cribbage with my girl but point stealing is out of the question if I ever want to get laid again.

 

[mr. furley]

mods, please re-name this "The Wisconsin guys thread"

TIA

 

[Eephus]

I feel the same way about Euchre.  There's the way I grew up playing it - on my dad's side of the family, camping, picnics, parties, etc. where the banter was constant and there was a huge price to pay for any mistake. Its not the same playing with my neighbors in polite company, where even stealing the deal is seen as a #### move and misplayed cards are routinely picked back up and all's forgiven. :thumbsdown:

mods, please re-name this "The Wisconsin guys thread"

Does anybody still play Sheepshead in Wisconsin?  I used to love that game even more than Cribbage but outside of than big family gatherings, it was hard to find five people who knew the game 40 years ago.

 

[mr. furley]

Does anybody still play Sheepshead in Wisconsin?  I used to love that game even more than Cribbage but outside of than big family gatherings, it was hard to find five people who knew the game 40 years ago.

absolutely

for me not since college 20 years ago, but it's everywhere. euchre, cribbage or sheepshead. just depends on the mood or the crowd you're going to be around. head over to any VFW post and you're going to be able to get a game.

or a church picnic

or a wedding

or a funeral

or a bar

or a gas station

 

[strykerpks]

It's odd how regional that stuff is. Stealing the deal in euchre is a capitol offense on my in-laws side of the family and if you don't have money in your pocket, you don't play. On my dad's side it's mandatory to try and steal the deal but again, if you don't have money, you don't play.

I learned sheeps before euchre. My GBs and I would play almost every night in our early 20s. I haven't played much since. My in-laws refuse to play sheeps, in favor of 4-6-8-10 handed euchre so that's all I get to play these days (with the occasional crib game against my old lady)

@Eephus were you a "called ace" is partner kinda guy or one of those "jack of diamonds" heathens?

 

[dino259]

It's odd how regional that stuff is. Stealing the deal in euchre is a capitol offense on my in-laws side of the family and if you don't have money in your pocket, you don't play. On my dad's side it's mandatory to try and steal the deal but again, if you don't have money, you don't play.

I learned sheeps before euchre. My GBs and I would play almost every night in our early 20s. I haven't played much since. My in-laws refuse to play sheeps, in favor of 4-6-8-10 handed euchre so that's all I get to play these days (with the occasional crib game against my old lady)

@Eephus were you a "called ace" is partner kinda guy or one of those "jack of diamonds" heathens?

I learned Sheeps first as well but only play Euchre anymore.  Played both Called Ace and Jack of Diamonds but mostly just Jack of Diamonds.

Ever play 7 handed crap on your neighbor or even 8 handed first 2 queens?  Crack, Recrack, blitz, just hope to get Schneider.

My oldest did a cribbage club after school when he was in 3rd grade.  It was math related.  One of our go to family games.  Prettly light hearted.  I do try to get them to cut every now and then but probably wouldn't take the point if they actually did cut.

 

[CletiusMaximus]

Does anybody still play Sheepshead in Wisconsin?  I used to love that game even more than Cribbage but outside of than big family gatherings, it was hard to find five people who knew the game 40 years ago.

Yes - I know of several regular groups.  Could probably play Sheepshead 2-3 nights a week in Milwaukee if I wanted, but haven't played for many years and would need a refresher. 

 

[playin4beer]

I feel the same way about Euchre.  There's the way I grew up playing it - on my dad's side of the family, camping, picnics, parties, etc. where the banter was constant and there was a huge price to pay for any mistake. Its not the same playing with my neighbors in polite company, where even stealing the deal is seen as a #### move and misplayed cards are routinely picked back up and all's forgiven. :thumbsdown:

The worst thing about Euchre was trying to teach my wife how to play   

And if you don't talk smack, I can't play with you or against you..  "Oh, were you wondering where the power was???  IT'S RIGHT HERE!!!" :slamsbigbowerdownfortheeuchre:

 

[Worm]

Played cribbage as a kid with my gramps when I'd go visit for the summer. Fun times, RIP Grumpa.

 

[strykerpks]

I learned Sheeps first as well but only play Euchre anymore.  Played both Called Ace and Jack of Diamonds but mostly just Jack of Diamonds.

Ever play 7 handed crap on your neighbor or even 8 handed first 2 queens?  Crack, Recrack, blitz, just hope to get Schneider.

My oldest did a cribbage club after school when he was in 3rd grade.  It was math related.  One of our go to family games.  Prettly light hearted.  I do try to get them to cut every now and then but probably wouldn't take the point if they actually did cut.

We had the cops called on us one night because of a crack, recrack on a double doubler. I think it was a quarter a point and it got a little intense. There may have been beers involved

 

[Epic Problem]

Just wanted to pop my head in here and let you all know that you're a bunch of nobs

 

[Borden]

Just wanted to pop my head in here and let you all know that you're a bunch of nobs

 

I get made fun of because I call it nibs. Buts “nibs” is still acceptable!

 

[Eephus]

It’s funny that you bring up the smack talk because I always thought it was just my family. It’s awesome because crib seems like such an old person thing then all of a sudden there’s all this #### talking going on. It’s fantastic.

I bet there’s lots of good sayings that I either don’t know or am not remembering off the top of my head. If you think of anymore, definitely throw them in this thread and “at” me. 

Two that won't make it past the language filter:

• In the S###hole:  When you're stuck at 120
  
• Sucking Hind T##:  When someone is trailing by one point
  

Table talk has always been encouraged in any cribbage game I ever played.  It's always been no/low stakes games w/ friends and family which probably makes a big difference.  My regular opponent has his 90+ year old mother come to visit once a year.  If you did a Google image search for "little old lady", I wouldn't be surprised if Martha's picture came up on the first page (Even her name is one that's normally associated with little old ladies). 

We always try to play a few of games of three-handed cribbage when she visits.  She and her late husband used to be tournament bridge players; she's pretty sharp and usually does a better job of counting than her son does.  Three-handed is a poor cousin of regular cribbage IMO.  It's a lot harder to put together decent hands from five cards than six and pegging is more random than in head-to-head cribbage.  She was counting after me coming down fourth street in a tight game.  I put together a decent hand (for three-handed) which got me close but not out.  As I took my points, Martha fiddled with her hand like she was figuring out her score.  She looked at my hand on the table and said "y'know (eephus), that's a pretty nice hand...(long pause)...for you".  Then she laid down something like a sixteen hand to bring her home, stood up (she's like five foot nothing), and laughed at the two of us.  Maybe you had to be there but it was awesome.

 

[Nigel]

The most important part is the catch phrases. My grandpa made sure to etch those in my brain every summer.

”15, 2. 15 ,4. And the rest don’t score.”

”15, 2 and the rest won’t do.”

”Another massive 19 points in the crib.”

No idea why it makes sense but my grandmother used to always say she had “crabs in ice water” when she had nothing in the crib.