Horn Bet in Craps: What is it, and should you use it?

Welcome to our Horn bet guide. This video is part of the Craps Academy series by pro craps player and author, Bill Collins. First, let's start with the basics. The Horn Bet is a one-roll bet that combines the numbers 2, 3, 11, and 12. You can find it in the center of the craps table, usually labeled with the word "Horn" or "Horn High". As you can see, the Horn Bet is divided into four sections, each representing one of the four numbers. Horn bets in craps are usually made in $4 increments, with

$1 out of each $4 bet allocated for each number. To make a Horn Bet, simply place your chips in the Horn Bet section on the table. Placing it online is usually as simple as clicking on the appropriate section of the table or selecting the bet from a list of available options. After you placed the bet, if a Horn number rolls on the next dice roll, you win your bet. If not, you lose, and you’ll need to place your bet again if you want a Horn bet on your roll after that. Now, let's talk about the p

ayouts. If the shooter rolls a 2 or a 12, you will win 30 times your bet. If the shooter rolls a 3 or an 11, you will win 15 times your bet. When placing the bet on all the four numbers, you can win one portion of the craps  Horn bet, but lose the other three parts of the bet. Your losing part of the bet will be subtracted from your winnings on the number that won and you will be paid the difference. However, it's important  to note that the house has a higher advantage on the Horn Bet than on o

ther bets in Craps. The house edge on the Horn Bet is around 12.5%. There are some variations of the bet that you can try out to increase your chances of winning. For example, the Horn High Bet, where you place an extra amount on one of the numbers to make it higher than the others. This increases your payout if that number comes up. If you were to toss a $5 chip in for a Horn bet in craps, you would indicate where you want the extra fifth dollar to go by saying: "Horn High 2", "Horn High 3", "H

orn High YO" or "Horn High 12". Finally, there's the Whirl (or World) Bet. This is a combination of the Horn and the Any Seven Bets. It covers the numbers 2, 3, 7, 11, and 12, and pays out differently depending on which number is rolled. In this scenario, the Any Seven bet serves as a hedge bet for the Horn. If a 7 rolls with a $5 Whirl bet, you win 4$ on the Any Seven portion of your bet, while losing $4 on your Horn bet, so you end up breaking even instead of losing your Horn bet portion entir

ely. Here are Bill’s recommendations. As a professional, I want you to keep something in mind: the Horn Bet is a high-risk bet with a high house advantage. However, for new players or those who play for fun, it may be worth giving this bet a try. Some players are content to play Craps purely for the entertainment and the team spirit. They view any losses as the cost of that entertainment. If that sounds like you, then trying the Horn or Whirl Bet may be a fun way to mix things up and learn more

about the game. Just remember to enjoy the game responsibly and within your limits. And that's all there is to know about the Horn Bet in Craps. Remember, it's a high-risk bet with a high house advantage, but with the right variations, it can be a fun and exciting way to spice up your Craps game. Good luck and happy rolling!