What is the difference between call bets and announced bets?

[Julio88]

In roulette, call bets and announced bets are very similar but have one important difference. A call bet is when the player doesn't actually place any chips on the table and just verbally announces their bet to the dealer. An announced bet, on the other hand, is when the player places their chips on a specific area of the table and announces their chosen bet to the dealer. So while both types of bets require verbal communication with the dealer, an announced bet also involves physically placing chips on the table. It's important to note that not all casinos offer announced bets, so it's best to check with the particular casino beforehand.

 

[CR7]

Additionally, there are different types of call bets and announced bets in roulette:

Call bets include:

1. Voisins du Zero: This bet covers 17 numbers on the wheel that are closest to the zero slot.

2. Tiers du Cylindre: This bet covers 12 numbers opposite the zero slot between 27 and 33.

3. Orphelins: This bet covers the remaining numbers on the wheel not included in the Voisins du Zero and Tiers du Cylindre bets.

Announced bets may include:

1. Neighbors: This bet covers a specific number and the two numbers on each side of it on the wheel.

2. Final bets: These bets cover all numbers that end in a specific digit. For example, a Final 5 bet would cover 5, 15, 25, and 35.

3. Finales en Plein: This bet covers all numbers that end in a specific digit as a straight-up bet.

It's important to note that both call bets and announced bets are typically only allowed in European and French roulette, as American roulette does not have the necessary betting options on the table.

 

[Mike_25]

Call bets just make more sense to me and seem more straightforward. You're just calling out the bet amount as the action moves around the table, so people know exactly what's going on and can jump in or raise the bet if they want. Announced bets seem like they might slow the action down and create more confusion, trying to verbally specify the details of each bet as it's made. Different strokes for different folks though! Keep the discussion going.

 

[Lazza]

Aside from call bets, announced bets can also be other kinds of bets, like the Snake Bet, which covers numbers in a zigzag pattern on the layout, or Finals, which is betting on numbers that have the same last digit.

 

[Akuta]

Call bets and announced bets are two related but distinct concepts in roulette. Both refer to a category of bets that allow players to wager on specific groups of numbers, but they differ in how the bets are placed and settled.

Call bets are a type of bet where a player declares their intention to bet on a specific group of numbers, but does not necessarily place the corresponding chips on the table. This type of bet is usually accepted at higher-stake tables in traditional casinos. The dealer will then acknowledge the bet and pay out accordingly if the bet wins.

Announced bets, on the other hand, are a type of call bet where the player not only declares their intention to bet but also places the required chips on the table to cover the cost of the bet. This type of bet is usually made by more experienced players who want to ensure that their bet is accepted and settled correctly.

Some common examples of call bets and announced bets include:

- Voisins du Zero (Neighbors of Zero): a bet on the 17 numbers surrounding the green zero on the wheel.
- Tiers du Cylindre (Thirds of the Wheel): a bet on the 12 numbers opposite the zero on the wheel.
- Orphelins (Orphans): a bet on the two groups of numbers on either side of the zero.

In summary, call bets are a declaration of intention to bet on a specific group of numbers, while announced bets are a declaration accompanied by the placement of chips on the table to cover the cost of the bet.