Hit Stand Double Down And Split In Blackjack
Posted : admin On 8/3/2022
Split in Blackjack: Ultimate Strategy Guide Splitting in Blackjack is one more solution available for Blackjack players. It can be used in combination with the double down or surrender option – the main thing for the players to consider is how to combine these solutions to get a better result. First and foremost, most versions of blackjack would allow only one card to be dealt to each of the split hands. After that, the two hands automatically Stand and are compared to the dealer’s hand. The best scenario, in this case, is receiving 10-value cards (10, J, Q, or K) to your split Aces for a total of 21. In blackjack, you have to know when to hit, stand, split, and double down. The correct decision is always based on what cards you’re holding compared to the dealer’s face up card. A lot of times, common sense can inform your play. In order to signify that you wish to double down your hand, place an additional amount of chips equal to or less than your original wager beside the original wager on the blackjack table. This is the universally accepted method of doubling down. The dealer will recognize that you wish to double down and will deal you an additional card.
Blackjack Double Down Strategy
Firstly, please go easy on me if my questions appear foolish as, although I have enjoyed playing BJ for some months now with relative success, I am still a rookie and brand new to this site!
1) I always double down my 11 v the dealer's 2-10. However, I can't help but wonder why not, when it is established that the dealer does not have BJ, double down against a dealer's Ace also?
2) I only double my hard 10 v a dealer's 2-8 as I seem to lose more hands than win when I have doubled against a dealer's 9. Am I really missing out much by not taking this on?
3) I am not doubling any of my hard 9s or any soft hands at all - is this seriously disadvantaging me and is there an easy formula to remembering the doubling down rules for soft hands?
4) I have read and been told that with regards to pair splitting rules if you only remember the following you won't go far wrong and won't be at much of a loss for not taking on the other rules which only give a slight advantage:
Always split A/A & 8/8
Never split 4/4, 5/5 or 10/10
Have I been duped here ?!
5) Finally, on a simple Hit/Stand question - I am always hitting my hard 12 against a dealer 2/3 up card. However, I can't help but be dismayed at how many times I'm being dealt 10s and instantly busting with this strategy - does anyone out there have more consistent wins with standing and letting the dealer bust?
Many thanks to anyone out there who has the patience to help this rookie but very enthused player progress.
Swinger.