Seven Spins You Win

SEVEN SPINS YOU WIN

By

Raymond Arthur

Copyright Raymond Arthur 2011

Published at Smashwords

Cover by Joleene Naylor

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INTRODUCTION

As an ex casino Croupier (Dealer), long term Supervisor and one time Pit Boss, with experience in nine casinos, in the northern and southern hemisphere and going back to 1975, I can safely say, I've seen a lot of questionable hand and chip moves, played out on American Roulette and Blackjack tables. Some minor casino games can also be included.

The following pages contain a range of these moves - and their variations, that cheats (some accidental) from all walks of life, including Staff, have attempted at the tables - purely for your reading pleasure. I also explain in plain English just what Management, gaming Staff and Punters (Bettors) have to do, to cope with rules, regulations and security procedures, which play a major part in the attempted stings.

What I have written is an informative collection of memorable incidents; facts, figures and honest details about (often flawed) casino gaming, that few outside the industry realize exists or have noticed. Anyone can browse through the pages and pick up on general information attempted by clever, daring and dumb would be cheats alike.

This is not a 'How To' book, or a guide for would be hustlers, so copying any of the methods explained and using them at the tables could end up in ejection, prosecution, life bans or whatever. Some of the methods used are elaborate and deceptive, but most are in fact quite simple. Subtle and deliberate moves are explained at length, for you to digest and sometimes words speak louder than actions, as you will discover. Most of the dishonest methods I trace back to the seventies, while many will probably be as old as the hills.

No names (except one VIP at the end), places, except loose regions of countries and dates are mentioned, in this largely autobiographical gaze back at casino improprieties, showdowns, anomalies, wrongdoings and funny moments from down the years. Casino Staff can play a main role and I explain how easily some Dealers and their accomplices, have taken their employers for fools and how the casino might sting back, in these remarkable and addictive games, that millions play worldwide, but few actually get to win at, in the long run.

You will discover how honest Staff accidentally give Punters a second chance and then win. You are also given general gaming tips and good advice to keep you in the hunt legally. I include anecdotes and add humor throughout and I also lace it with plausible spice and appropriate cynicism, wherever I felt the need.

You will also find out just why the Number Of The Beast (666), is astonishingly relevant to Roulette and to a lesser extent on blackjack, later in the book.

This information book is not bogged down with slick in house jargon, terminology, or difficult technical breakdowns, as some (related by topic) books can be. However, I hope that the reader will already be familiar with the layout of roulette and blackjack, as well as some knowledge of how the games are played, plus the winning odds. In addition to Roulette and Blackjack in the later pages, I touch on a couple of minor casino games near the end, which are worth mentioning. I hope you enjoy reading this book, as much as I enjoyed writing it.

THE CASINO GAME

Casinos make vast amount of money all over the planet, simply because we walk in and play games designed to make money for the casino - not for you and me. Many of the numerous casinos worldwide offer incentives like complimentary or cheap drinks, meals, accommodation, entertainment, bonus points, loyalty membership incentives, prize draws, etc, to lure and keep you tied to their establishment.

These activities are applied carefully. Gaining some of these incentives can sometimes depends on your 'in for' figures (although basic membership systems are usually free). These 'in for' cash figures are what you 'drop' in a given night, week, month or year. The more money you drop, the merrier. You may become a rated or loyal Player if you wish to.

Casinos actual table winning margins are not high. It's well below five percent on European style tables, but more for American, which of course has a single and a double zero bet, whereas the Euro only has the original single zero to bet on. This means huge turnovers are required to make an establishment a highly profitable concern. People do provide astonishing amounts of cash, through irregular or routine visits and then there is the gambling addict who can be seen daily. The cash drop figures can vary wildly.

Casinos are by nature hungry for increasing profits. Punters get hungry too, which often turns into greed.

Don't get greedy in a casino.

Slot machines (also known as Pokies) account for huge profits as we all know and I, like anybody who has half a brain, should never put a brass razoo into these things, but we do. Machines do not respond like Dealers who have flaws, weaknesses and character. The casino cheat knows this and might never be seen playing slot machines. Win figures on these slot machines are often staggering. We cannot compete against them; it's beyond our capacity. We're people; they're not - no contest.

The real contest is against the system. The system is made up of people and the equipment they use, which in this case, is Blackjack and Roulette, the two most popular casino games on the planet, as far as I am aware.

This business that manufactures absolutely nothing, yet turns over billions worldwide is so cleverly set up. Anybody can be easily sucked in. Over many years I have seen many sucked in and blown out, one way or another and they say the house always wins - but so do some cheats I dare say, until they are deservedly caught.

Casino Staff sometimes act like machines. Cheaters recognize these people and are aware that machine like Dealers (Croupiers) of both sexes, can be very useful at times, as you will discover. However, they are often trained by dour yes people, who can sniff a rotten chip at twenty paces. Those particular types are quite funny to watch and some are almost theatrical at times, however, many can also be recognized by their shifty eyes, hunched shoulders, sometimes invisible statue like demeanor, monotone voice, poor hair styles, grubby ill fitting clothes, over use of cliches, sour face, a false or no smile and maybe bad breath.

I say those things without fear because I have just described myself - an ex casino supervisor, although some might disagree. The bad breath may be due to alcohol, garlic or even a bad attitude. But of course I'm mostly jesting, except maybe for the breath.

Let's get one thing straight, casino gambling is not that much fun (unless winning), even if it's professed or advertised that way. It's hard work (fun for some maybe) to stay focused and most definitely if you have been drinking and want fun at the same time.

Do not mix heavy drinking and gambling, this is a major rule.

I have devised some other loose rules, to be taken with a pinch of salt, which I will mention from time to time. The fun can begin in the entertainment and bar sections, after you walk away with lots of recycled money - If you win.

If you read my INTRODUCTION you would have read that my descriptions are purely for your reading pleasure only. Almost all methods revealed are not allowed in casinos and could result in prosecution and you possibly being barred for a long stretch, or even life.

This is not a guide.

I have gathered this information after having worked in the business between 1975 until the new millennium. I was trained in the U.K. when it was largely run by ex Army Officer types. This very strict standard generally still applies, but is still flawed and contains many gray areas, which I touch on. I worked in small (private) and large Australian casino's, for many years also, so most info is from those two regions, but relates worldwide.

As well as giving general tips here and there, I will also give general advice, operational procedures, methods and rules, plus other linked information.

The only sure fire way to win in a casino is to cheat, or have outrageous luck, but if you get caught cheating you will suffer the consequences, unless you are a 'card counter' extraordinaire. These people are over rated in my opinion, NOT cheats, extremely rare and are likely to be banned anyway. More about them later.

No casino runs smooth as silk.

Sometimes - the wheels fall off. This causes some rules, policies and procedures to go out the window because a 'this has never happened before' situation arises now and again. This might be caused by a clever form of cheating, which we will also look at.

I would like to suggest, after observing thousands upon thousands of Punters, from all corners of the globe, incalculable wheel spins, mammoth sums of cash and frequent disputes, problems, mishaps, misdeals etc, that you understand the following a little more.

DEALING the game.

SUPERVISING the game.

These obvious straightforward but different roles, can hide a myriad of opportunities (legal), hassles and headaches, so I suggest you take in as much as possible from their perspective. You can be friendly, maybe sympathize at times. You should always respect the gaming Staff, they could help you in the long run.

THE DEALERS

We all have different characters and work ethics. Dealers are no different. Mostly of average intelligence they are usually ordinary folk, who just deal the games. Some of the girls are ex Models (plenty of wannabes) still seeking glamor, some guys too! They don't find it in casinos. Staff are often younger people, often eager to travel abroad once they get a couple of games under their belt. They will discover that working in a casino is actually unglamorous shift work, which doesn't take too long to figure out. In time they will be promoted ( if good enough, or are in with the bosses) and settle into shift patterns.

BOREDOM sets in. Cheats like and recognize bored Staff.

Gaming Management are almost exclusively drawn from the ladder system (one or two sneak in via associated gambling careers) and are the same ordinary people, but light years ahead in casino life's geography over inexperienced Dealers, junior Supervisors and yourself, especially if you are new to this type of gambling. They can run rings around most people with casino psychology and bullshit, believe me. Cheats will already know this.

New and inexperienced Dealers are known in many countries as 'Lumpies'. They keep this - put down tag - until the next training school comes along. Lumpies are very vulnerable. They can be easily spotted by their slow, fumbling and nervous style.

Gaming Supervisors (also Inspector or Floor-person), Pit Bosses etc, are usually highly experienced Dealers. But sometimes because of Staffing problems, table Supervisors can be first or second year Dealer's filling in, or just real bright sparks. These new ones are often much more alert than experienced ones, they can be spotted by being super attentive to everything and tend to really get involved. They may talk too much and expect Punters to listen to everything they say. They might not be as flexible regarding marginal disputed decisions, as the more experienced types.

The two roles, Dealer and Gaming Supervisor are very different jobs. It will pay you to watch and understand these people. Talk to them, ask question and make them feel as if they know you. They soon will anyway, if you become a regular, so best to stay on the right side of all Staff members, including the waitresses, who can make you a decent sandwich or not, if in place.

Some Cheats get to know Staff socially, often by way of nearby pubs, clubs or cafes. These friendships can sometimes cause serious complications, as some interesting associations have developed and ultimately failed. Certain casinos frown heavily if their Staff fraternize with Punters, mostly in the smaller casino's, where it's easier to get to know regular Punters on a personal level. Long serving Staff, can and have been instantly fired for it (more later), so friendships are often covert and have to be continued that way, to avoid any hassles.

Casino cheats naturally have