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Etiquette in Craps
Besides the rules of the
actual game, certain unwritten rules of etiquette exist while playing
craps and are expected to be followed. Many consider these guidelines as
important as the actual rules themselves. New players should familiarize
themselves with them before approaching a craps table.
Rules related to casino security
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Players are not supposed to handle the
dice with more than one hand, pass them directly from hand to hand,
nor take the dice past the edge of the table. The only way to change
hands when throwing dice, if permitted at all, is to set the dice on
the table, let go, then take them with the other hand.
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When throwing the dice, the player is
expected to hit the farthest wall at the opposite end of the table.
The dice may not be slid across the table and must be tossed. They
may not be thrown higher than the eye level of the dealers.
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The dice must not land in the boxman's
bank or on any of the dealer's working stacks of money.
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When either of the dice land on chips
or markers not in the boxmans bank or the dealers working stacks,
the number that would be on top if the object the die is leaning on
were removed, is the number that is used to make the call.
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If a die hits a player or dealer and
rolls back onto the table, the roll counts as long as the person
being hit did not interfere with the die.
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In most cases the shooter may
"set" the dice to a particular configuration, but if they
do, they must be quick about it so as not to delay the game. Some
casinos have "no setting" rules, and the player must throw
the dice as given to him.
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Do not try to place money in the
dealer's hand or expect the dealers to hand you chips. Dealers are
not allowed to touch the players at any time. Players are expected
to place cash on the layout and announce "change only" or
a specific bet and amount. The dealer will then place chips on the
layout or in front of the players.
Commonly observed etiquette
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When offered the dice to shoot, a
player may pass the dice to the next player without fear of
offending anyone; however, keep in mind that at least one player
must always be a "shooter" betting on either the pass line
or don't pass line for the game to continue.
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Players are expected to tip the
dealers, especially if they are winning. Most of the dealer's income
is generated from tips. The most common way to tip is simply to toss
chips onto the table and say "for the boys". Another
method is to place a bet next to your bet and call out
"dealers". A "two-way" bet is one that is half
and half for the players and dealers.
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After the come-out roll, it is
considered extremely rude to say the word "seven", as that
is considered bad luck. This is a guaranteed way of offending other
players. A common "nickname" for this number is "Big
Red".
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It is considered bad luck to change
dice in the middle of a roll.
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Center bets are made by tossing chips
to the center of the table and calling out the intended bet; the
stickman will then place the chips correctly for you.
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It is not considered rude to correct a
dealer that you feel has made an error. Mistakes happen and disputes
are often resolved to the player's benefit, mainly in the interest
of keeping their business.
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It is considered rude to "late
bet", or make wagers while the dice are no longer in the middle
of the table. While entirely permissible, excessive late betting
will generally garner a warning.
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Food, drinks, and other items should
remain off the chip rail.
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