Tip the dealer by doubling hard 12 for less

[alwayssplitaces]

Since I would hit 12 vs a 2 or 3 only once, what if I just double for less a white chip, asking for a little card like a ploppy. If I win, I give the dealer the two white chips I get from the double down portion. Or better yet, in a negative count, I hit a 12 vs 5 and do this same play. I would look like an idiot doing that, and it won't cost me anything extra if I was anyway planning to tip the dealer.

I realize the EV of the double-for-less tip is less than the EV of just placing a tip bet outright. But this is a crazy play that might be a good cover play.

 

[zengrifter]

Since I would hit 12 vs a 2 or 3 only once, what if I just double for less a white chip, asking for a little card like a ploppy. If I win, I give the dealer the two white chips I get from the double down portion.

Fine, but only give he dealer ONE white chip when you win. zg

 

[The Chaperone]

Only problem with this is the dealer will be getting terrible value on their tokes. The expectation for 12 vs. 2 is -25%. Of course this is probably completely lost on the dealer and/or casino, so I guess if you really don't give a crap how much the dealer actually earns, then go for it.