The habits that make you a welcome player at any table — and the slip-ups that get you a look from the boxman.
Do's
- Bet in multiples of 6 when placing the 6 or 8
Because of rounding, this nets you the best payout. A $25 bet needs an additional $5 "cap" to bring it to a clean $30.
- Do tip your dealers
The most common way is making a bet for them by placing a chip on the Pass Line and saying "for the crew", or calling "two way" on a proposition bet.
- Hit the back wall
A throw that doesn't reach is usually called a No Roll by the stickman.
Don'ts
- Don't say the word "seven" at the table
Seriously. Just don't. Say "Big Red" if you have to reference it.
- Don't touch the dice with two hands
Always handle them with one hand only, and never take them off the table.
- Don't reach into the table when dice are in play
Wait until the stickman signals the roll is over before touching anything.