Trumps Shop
Bridge Items for Sale
At Trumps, we have a small shop area that sells both Trumps and non-Trumps published books, together with videos, computer programs, and accessories. You will find items such as card holders, jewellery, rubber bridge pads, Christmas cards (with bridge problems etc), duplicate boards, mugs, socks and other apparel, serviettes, pen sets, and other items such as trays, golf balls etc. Bidding pads are $8 (or $7 each for six or more).
Postage within Australia for bulky items such as bidding pads is $14 (not $2 as for books and small items).
We also sell bridge tables:
- fold-up types popular for home use, vinyl-topped, steel-framed, 86 x 86cm wide, 70cm high, $46.95;
- solid tables popular for clubs with permanent premises, used but will last a lifetime, around $50 each.
Software
Various software is available
Boards, cards & card holders
- Boards $4 each +$2 (flat rate for labels regardless of number of boards).
- Playing Cards (gift sets) Range of prices
- Poker Cards $6 ea or two for $10
- Jumbo index cards $6 ea or two for $10 (we have a large stock of these large index cards, hence the good price - and we will beat any supplier on price for bulk)
- Long white plastic card holders $13.95ea
We also have used (second hand) boards and cards available cheaply - let us know if you need some.
Pre-dealt Boards
At Trumps we hire out pre-dealt boards:
- $11/set of 8,
- $14 for 16,
- $16 for 20,
- $18 for 24,
- $19 for 28,
- $20 for 32,
- $21 for 36;
- hand records 15c per double-sided A4 sheet (or 8c single-sided).
Books from Trumps Publishing
We sell books by Derrick Browne. We also sell books by other authors, including Ron Klinger.
To place an order, ring (02) 9969 5959 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Postage is A$2 (flat rate) within Australia. International Postage is A$11 to New Zealand, and A$16 to other countries. No extra charge if multiple items ordered.
For payment, we accept cheques, direct transfer, Visa, MasterCard and AMEX.
For direct transfer:
Bendigo Bank BSB 633000, Account number 149823767, Description <your name> order.
Bendigo Bank SWIFT code for international transfers is BENDAU3B
After paying by direct deposit, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to let us know your order and the amount you have paid.
Beginner and Improver books and flippers by Derrick Browne
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Beginners' Bridge $14.95 |
Improvers' Bridge $16.95 Refresh and consolidate your basics. Based on 5-card majors, this book covers the key points of standard bidding (suit and notrump bidding, Stayman and Blackwood,overcalls, doubles and preempts) and play (leads, finesses and much more). Add $2 postage (per total order). |
Benjamin Twos $9.95 The comprehensive guide to this popular method of two- openings, which packs the punch of weak twos yet allows for precise definitions of strong hands. "The book I would like to have been able to write" - Albert Benjamin. Add $2 postage (per total order). |
5-card Majors Flipper $9.95 |
Beginners play $14.95 Designed for novice bridge players only-provides a basic introduction to key areas of card play. Focuses on fundamental principles of declarer play and defence. Add $2 postage (per total order)
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Improvers play $16.95 Picks up the pace on declarer play and defence with topics including ruffing and discarding losers, signals and discards, finessing, holdup play and more. Add $2 postage (per total order)
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Intermediate and Advanced books, pamphlets and flippers by Derrick Browne
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Intermediate Bridge $16.95 This book takes over where Improvers' Bridge left off, covering transfers, negative doubles, the Unusual Notrump, and a review and update of standard bidding including reverses, shape showing and slams. Add $2 postage (per total order). |
Modern Standard Flipper $9.95 This flipper for intermediate to advanced players includes modern conventions such as transfers, Checkback, Jacoby 2NT, Simple & Puppet Stayman, trial bids, Keycard Blackwood & more.Add $2 postage (per total order). |
Advanced Bridge: Contested Auctions $16.95 Covers cue raises, responsive doubles, Michaels cue bids, balancing and more. As with other books in the series, card play tips also feature.Add $2 postage (per total order). |
Advanced Bridge: Uncontested Auctions $16.95 Topics include Jacoby 2NT, Keycard, Control bidding, 4-suit transfers, Fourth Suit Forcing, Weak jump shifts, Splinters and Checkback, plus play tips. Add $2 postage (per total order). |
Trumps Pamphlet Series $2ea
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Intermediate Bridge Play Problems (by Tina Zines, edited by Derrick Browne) $16.95 Features 50 wide-ranging puzzles that will test - and improve - your play and defence. Tackle each one yourself, then see if your answer matches the one overleaf! Add $2 postage (per total order). |
2-over-1 Flipper $9.95 This flipper outlines the modern "Two-Over-One Game Force" system. All common situations are covered, with particular focus on this method's unique features. Add $2 postage (per total order).
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Note that teachers (members of the ABTA) and affiliated clubs receive a 40% discount for orders over $100 (postage not included) on all Browne publications. Extra for postage and packing, or credit charges.
Testimonials
We have found the books to be better than other authors on the same topics - succinct and very much to the point. -Donald Bridge Club
I must say, that i really enjoy teaching from these books. I have used many books and these are the best. Well done. -Nicky O'Connell(Rockingham BC)
To place an order, ring (02) 9969 5959 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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