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There is actually an Apple App names “31-in-1 Casino and Sportsbook” that has a black jack option labeled as “count”. This allows you to play up to three hands at once and has the option to pick how many decks you wouild like to play with 1-6. Also, you can have it show you the current Hi-Lo count or you can hide it and keep it yourself, then check it periodically to see if you are accurate. It is PERFECT for practicing and even better it is all FREE.
Yes, in that situation, surrender is best. Let me explain for other readers: 88vT is a split in basic strategy, but once the true count reaches +4, you should no longer split, but instead play the hand as 16. If surrender is possible, do it. If not, stand (because the count is 0 or more, which is the index for 16vT.)
Notice that the +4 index for the 88vT play is exactly the opposite of most split index numbers, since you split on low counts but not in high counts. This kind of “reverse” index only happens with a handful of decisions. Because they can be so confusing, I did not include any reverse indexes on my advanced strategy cards.
Late June: Tropicana and Excalibur each have at least ONE table with 3:2 with $15 min. Was wondering for people who insist on playing at a 6:5 game, is it better to double down a BJ against a dealer 4 or 5 with a positive count rather than taking the 6:5 payout?
The running count is simply an indicator of how many extra high cards or extra low cards remain in the unused decks. The true count normalizes this and becomes the number of extra high or low cards per deck remaining. The next few lessons will show you how to use this information to gain an advantage.
A continuous shuffler is where the dealer is constantly putting the used cards back into the shuffle machine after each hand. Cards can reappear very quickly. Contrast that with a regular shuffle machine where the dealer finishes the entire shoe, and then puts the entire decks into the shuffle machine at once. The latter is just a faster way of shuffling traditionally.
I know this term might seem like form the movie 21, but when is it best to bet high in single deck game? is it when the count is in the (+) or the (-)?
I haven’t looked at that site, so I can’t say whether the indexes there are close to accurate or complete rubbish. I’ll stand by mine as very accurate, so when in doubt I obviously recommend them. My entire index sets are available on the advanced strategy cards in the store.
There is actually an Apple App names “31-in-1 Casino and Sportsbook” that has a black jack option labeled as “count”. This allows you to play up to three hands at once and has the option to pick how many decks you wouild like to play with 1-6. Also, you can have it show you the current Hi-Lo count or you can hide it and keep it yourself, then check it periodically to see if you are accurate. It is PERFECT for practicing and even better it is all FREE.
shouldnt you surrender 8,8 against a 10 if the count is high rather than stand as if not splitting you just play it like a normal 16?
Yes, in that situation, surrender is best.
Let me explain for other readers: 88vT is a split in basic strategy, but once the true count reaches +4, you should no longer split, but instead play the hand as 16.
If surrender is possible, do it. If not, stand (because the count is 0 or more, which is the index for 16vT.)
Notice that the +4 index for the 88vT play is exactly the opposite of most split index numbers, since you split on low counts but not in high counts.
This kind of “reverse” index only happens with a handful of decisions. Because they can be so confusing, I did not include any reverse indexes on my advanced strategy cards.
What was the casino in Minnesota you visited? I live in Minnesota and would like to check it out.
It was Treasure Island, but that was long ago and game conditions have changed greatly since then.
If I go to the next round table do I take the chips that I have from the previous table or do we start with the same amount of chips every table ?
Almost all blackjack tournaments have you start each table with a fresh starting bankroll. You do not carry chips forward.
How to play black jack for the beginner
Understand the rules here, and then visit the Strategy Engine to see the appropriate plays. Practice with the Trainer.
Late June: Tropicana and Excalibur each have at least ONE table with 3:2 with $15 min. Was wondering for people who insist on playing at a 6:5 game, is it better to double down a BJ against a dealer 4 or 5 with a positive count rather than taking the 6:5 payout?
No. Taking the 6:5 is still far better than doubling the blackjack. See this article:
Double Down on a 6:5 Blackjack? Read This First…
Thanks for letting us know about the 3:2 games at Trop and Excalibur.
What does the running count/true count signify?
The running count is simply an indicator of how many extra high cards or extra low cards remain in the unused decks. The true count normalizes this and becomes the number of extra high or low cards per deck remaining. The next few lessons will show you how to use this information to gain an advantage.
What do you mean about Continuous shuffle machines and a regular shuffle machine? whats the difference?
A continuous shuffler is where the dealer is constantly putting the used cards back into the shuffle machine after each hand. Cards can reappear very quickly.
Contrast that with a regular shuffle machine where the dealer finishes the entire shoe, and then puts the entire decks into the shuffle machine at once.
The latter is just a faster way of shuffling traditionally.
I know this term might seem like form the movie 21, but when is it best to bet high in single deck game? is it when the count is in the (+) or the (-)?
Plus counts are good for the player.
Thanks for the help
yeah. good point. i didn’t consider aces contributing to a lower count while the 10s remain in play. thanks for getting back to me on that
I haven’t looked at that site, so I can’t say whether the indexes there are close to accurate or complete rubbish.
I’ll stand by mine as very accurate, so when in doubt I obviously recommend them. My entire index sets are available on the advanced strategy cards in the store.