7Card Stud for Dummies Author:Richard D. Harroch, Lou Krieger 7-card stud is the most popular form of stud poker. With three cards down and four cards up, this game combines surprises from Draw poker with the strategy of four open cards. Plus, knowing when to bet is crucial. — This friendly For Dummies book walks you through each stage of the game. Together with the special deck, the key to 7-card stud is i... more »n your hands.« less