I think the King's gets a bad rap. Sure, it isn't often played at the master level but I believe one should play openings / defenses that they love :) Just my two sense.
King's Gambit

I think the King's gets a bad rap. Sure, it isn't often played at the master level but I believe one should play openings / defenses that they love :) Just my two sense.
The main task in the opening is to reach a middle-game position in which you feel comfortable. If the KG suits your style of play, then go for it.
Looking over my own records, I only find one KG as White... a Morra.
King's Gambit to be successful for White requires: