When to Double Down
Among my favorite blackjack moves is double-down. When executed at the right moment, doubling down can help increase – or double to be exact – the profits of playing blackjack and winning the round. That is why we are going to take a look at the best times to double down in general. Shall we get started?
One of the best rule of thumb to keep in mind is to double down whenever you have a hand of 10. Whether it is a pair of 5, 2-8, or any other hand combination totaling at 10, doubling down is always the best way to go. The only exception is when the dealer’s open card is showing a 10, any of the face cards, or an Ace.
If you have a total of 11, on the other hand, deciding to double down is simply a must. Even when the dealer’s open card is showing an Ace, you have better chances of winning the round as well as hitting blackjack. By doubling down, you are simply increasing your profitability.
You can double down when you have a hand total of 9 as long as the dealer’s card is showing a 3, 4, 5, or 6. This can be executed if the table you are playing at allows doubling down at all times. The same rule of thumb applies if you have a hand of A-7.
Use these rules of thumb to help you increase your profitability in playing blackjack. You will be winning twice as much without hassle.