Only time I wouldn't hit those would be if the true count shows the deck is loaded with big cards....if you are not counting I would hit em.
With that said, go with your gut if you want...as long as you know the odds are poorer. I don't buy into the "screwing" the table stuff, just as much chance of helping vs hurting the table. Tough part is explaining that to some drunks who just lost that hand. People generally only notice when your non by the book move hurts them.
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With that said, go with your gut if you want...as long as you know the odds are poorer. I don't buy into the "screwing" the table stuff, just as much chance of helping vs hurting the table. Tough part is explaining that to some drunks who just lost that hand. People generally only notice when your non by the book move hurts them.
good luck
Most online casinos/software differs in streaks run by the player & dealer, etc. I do believe there are times that you can ignore those basic blackjack rules when it comes to hitting in the occasions you listed above. What I will never understand is why most players always assume that the dealers face down card is another a face/high card. You can simply look at your own hands dealt, and pretend your 2nd card is face down. Is it usually a face card.....?......no, it's not. I do believe it takes somone with a good memory of past hands played though. For example, if I play 3 hands and the dealer's face down card was a high card each time, the next hand I may hold on 12-16. I have been very successful in the many years I've played online in winning hands by making the dealer bust. Think about it, how does the dealer win the majority of it's hands......by making you bust. As I said , it just depends on the software also, because I have been playing at one book's casino where the dealer beats me with a 6 showing 8 out of 10 hands and rarely every busts on that 6!! Im telling you, I am not exaggerating. I have been meaning to come on here and create a thread about it but never did, but thought I'd throw it out there.......
I wouldn't worry about ticking off the table. It's your money and blackjack is not a team sport. Besides, you're just as likely to help them as hurt them. If it helps, make sure to point it out and jokingly ask for a tip. Chances are they'll leave you alone after that.
Just be aware that those plays do indeed cost you money in the long run. If you only do it with 15 and 16 vs a 10, say, then you can minimize your disadvantage. Against a 7, though, it's imperative that you hit because if you get anything half decent you will have gained a lot. Against a 10 if you hit your 15 and get a 3, say, you still won't be in too good shape.
Just be aware that those plays do indeed cost you money in the long run. If you only do it with 15 and 16 vs a 10, say, then you can minimize your disadvantage. Against a 7, though, it's imperative that you hit because if you get anything half decent you will have gained a lot. Against a 10 if you hit your 15 and get a 3, say, you still won't be in too good shape.
Do whatever you want but realise that basic stategy minimizes your loss.So few people know basic that they get pxssed off anyway. In particular you should always hit soft 18 against dealer 9 and 10, but few people are aware of this and get upset when you take a card that would bust dealer.
Isn't that the truth. It's unreal how many morons think they know what they're doing and get pissed at you when you hit soft 18 against a 10. I get a dirty look from someone about 90% of the time. Same people think it's a sin to split 4's against 5 and 6 on a 6-deck shoe with doubling after splitting, and they won't double an 11 against a 10, because they "don't want to risk it." The fact that it takes, what an hour or so memorize basic strategy, you would think people would just learn this stuff if they are going to play. And I don't care how you play your cards, so mind your own business when I play mine. I usually just play craps now, and find it a much better game, and more exciting.Woody0 said:
