BlackJack opinion..lost a big bet - did I make the right play?

[tekniq]

Originally Posted by Mirana [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

You did not make the right play by the book.
A/3 doubles only against a dealer 5 or 6. The correct play was to hit.
12 hits against a dealer 2/3, but stays against 4/5/6. The correct play was to hit.

Soft aces are tricky. For the record...
A/2 & A/3 double against 5/6
A/4 & A/5 double against 4/5/6
A/6 & A/7 double against 3/4/5/6

I somewhat agree, but people live and die by the book. i'm a gambler by nature, that double down is always so tempting.