Blackjack How to Surrender

[BJPenn]

Some casinos offer you the option to surrender your bet. You forfeit your bet but receive half of your original stake back. Do this when the dealer shows an 8, 9, 10 or ace and you have a 16 or 17. This is a position that generally favors the dealer as there's a greater mathematical probability that they will surpass your hand.

 

[Chandeler]

Great tip, BJPenn. I've also heard that there is an early surrender option. I think that one that you have suggested would be called a late surrender. Have you ever been in the position to take an early surrender?

 

[randy]

This indeed is a great tip and I like the fact that at least you get half the value of the bet. Early surrender happens when the player forfeits his hand before the dealer checks for blackjack. Half the bet is also lost in this instance.

 

[BJPenn]

Yes, I have used an early surrender, when you feel that the hand you've been dealt is going to be a waste of time, you can give it up. I think late surrenders are better for beginners as they allow you to learn more about probability and game flow than early surrenders. When you are more comfortable with your game, you can choose to surrender early.

 

[Stealth]

Surrender is a valuable game rule when applied as basic strategy dictates.

 

[Briggs]

I have never heard of this before therefore I've never done it or know any tricks to it. This is quite interesting. Thank you for the tip, BJPenn.

 

[Stealth]

The surrender option is increasingly rare and is not well advertised. In fact, you need to ask your dealer if surrender is available as I have never had one tell me so without my inquiry. There is no marking on the table to tell you. Perhaps on a placard with the rules but not always.

On the strip, it is generally available in high limit rooms and some of the main pits at $25+ minimums.