Sunglases in poker

[Mist]

What do you guys think about players using sunglases when playing poker?

Quite many pro's are aggainst them (Mike Sexton and Annie Duke f.ex.), but what do you think about them?

[KingBorgo]

Well, my feelings are twofold.

One: they are useless. The eyes really don't give away much if you know how to hold yourself at a poker table, and you shouldn't venture to one unless you do.

Two: I am actually comfortable (even away from the poker table) with sunglasses on. It provides a feeling of aloneness if you will, and puts me at ease. It has nothing to do with the eyes, just personal comfort (like a loose fitting shirt or such).

I don't think it is something you should rely on in a poker game in any way.

[Fonzi]

I share Borgo's feelings, there is very little you can gain from someone's eyes at the poker table.

I wear them occasionally, but for different reasons. I like to watch players sometimes and don't want them knowing that they're being watched. I like watching what they do with their hands. If a player looks at his cards and immediately looks to or starts playing with his chips, he usually has a good hand.

I sometimes also wear them when my eyes start to get tired. It just hides the fact that I'm tired.

But for the most part I play without them.

[Calmplay]

I also agree there, I even think it's the main reason. Wearing them to watch players sometimes and don't want them knowing that they're being watched.