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6 October 2009 0 Comments

Doubling Down

There are occasions when you would want to double your bets in Blackjack. The move of doubling your bet and getting one additional card to construct a solidly strong hand is called ‘Double Down’. You can tell the dealer that you are doubling down by placing another bet, similar to the initial bet in value, next to the original bet inside the betting box. The dealer will then give you another card; when doubling down, the amount of cards you can add to your hand is limited to one.

When used properly, doubling down your bet can prove to be very profitable indeed. A good starting point is to double down whenever you starting hand’s total is either 10 or 11 and the dealer’s up card is showing anything less than 10. You can hope for 10s or Aces to improve your hand and make it totaling at 20 or 21, which are quite strong when the dealer’s up card is a 9 or less.

Some players will also double down when their starting hand’s total is 9, as long as the dealer’s up card is between 2 and 6. Some casinos allow you to double down after splitting, which makes it even more profitable. Use it wisely to earn big payouts.

19 September 2009 0 Comments

Blackjack: Using the Matrix

Every professional player who has been playing Blackjack for some times knows that Blackjack matrix can seriously increase chances of winning. You will be able to take a peek at the matrix while playing to determine, or at least to confirm, what your next move will be and play accordingly. The Blackjack matrix is generally series of common decisions made by Blackjack players when facing different conditions. It is mainly based on the understanding that Blackjack dealers operate on strict rules; these rules, such as having to stand whenever they reach 17 or accepting 11 as the value of an Ace instead of 11 or 1 enjoyed by players, and the fact that you are playing against only the dealer are factors that make Blackjack a very beatable and profitable game.

If you are playing online Blackjack, you can simply print out the matrix and use it without problem. You can even find Blackjack matrix software that you can use to help you play without hassle. If you play at an actual Blackjack table, however, it would be best to ask your dealer whether you are allowed to use the matrix. Most casinos will allow the use of Blackjack matrix; still, asking before actually using the matrix would be best.