The 1-3-2-6 Betting System – My Ultimate Guide

Introduction To The 1-3-2-6 Betting System
How Does the 1-3-2-6 Betting System Work?
Implementing The 1-3-2-6 Betting System
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Introduction To The 1-3-2-6 Betting System

The 1-3-2-6 progressive betting system is derived from The Paroli – it revolves around winning four wagers in a row to increase the staking amount. You’ll most commonly see people implement the 1-3-2-6 in baccarat, craps, blackjack, and roulette.

As the name implies, the 1-3-2-6 betting system works by staking 1,3,2 and 6 units repeatedly in any consecutive round. This, however, only applies when you have winnings.

You only wager one unit to begin and continue to wager one unit until you’ve won on a bet. Then, when you’ve won the full 1,3,2,6 progression, you revert to the beginning of the cycle and bet with a one-unit stake again.

How Does the 1-3-2-6 Betting System Work?

1-3-2-6 is among the more simplistic of the progressive betting systems, helping to amplify any potential winnings but doing no favors to the bankroll of someone on a continuous losing streak.

1-3-2-6 operates best within the context of an even money betting system, and it is known for being implemented in blackjack frequently. This system runs its course quickly, lasting only for a couple of hands (4) at a time (as implied by the name).

How does the 1-3-2-6 system function within the context of a game?

You begin by setting up your unit size, which should always be 1/6th of what you’re comfortable with losing in a single hand of blackjack.

You begin by betting a single unit.

If the first bet is a loss, you quit one unit down. This means that if you lose on a bet of 3 units, you return to 1 unit for your next bet. Conversely, if the first bet is a win, you bet three units on your second.

As always, you’ll want to ensure you’re betting based on your bankroll (and within reason). This means you need to ensure your betting unit size is adequate. For example, if your bankroll is $500, you don’t want to risk more than $200.

If you follow the 1-3-2-6 system and happen to win four consecutive times in a row, you’ll be betting primarily with the profit you’ve acquired (and re-starting from the beginning after the 4th bet).

For example, if you are betting with $10, you’ll only be making two $10 bets out of pocket if you follow the system and successfully win all four bets – the remainder will be from the accrued profits.

Implementing The 1-3-2-6 Betting System

Let’s apply the strategy to a blackjack game, using a simplistic starting bet of $2. This will ensure we are within table rules. It would be best only to bet 1/6th of what you are comfortable with losing in a single hand.

The stakes will increase by the predetermined increments corresponding to the numerical value of the system, depending on what bet you’re on.

Let us presume a starting bet of $2 and a win on your first hand. This means $4 is added to your bankroll.

You initiate the first “step” of the system and bet 1x $2, or $2. Suppose this hand wins, you earn $4 more towards your bankroll. Supposing you win on this hand again, your bet would increase to three times the initial staking unit or 3x $2, for a total $6 chance.

This would conclude with a 6x $2 or $12 bet on the final hand. If this is successful, you would bank this money and begin again with the initial staked unit.

Given that the system is fairly easy to remember, with only four steps needing implementation – it is commonly used among players of even money-betting games. Generally, if you win at least two hands or bets, you’ll break even rather than be at a loss.

It is viewed as ‘safer’ than some other systems because you primarily play with ‘profit’ and reduce the stakes on the third step. In addition, the system has more ‘safeguards’ built in compared to other systems like the Reverse Martingale, which can increase profits by a large margin or shut you down quickly.

At the same time, no system is a guaranteed safe bet. Therefore, you should always be aware of the risk of relying on entirely luck-based systems.