How to Throw a Playing Card

Whether you’re stuck indoors on a rainy day or looking to entertain friends at your next poker night, launching cards across the room with quick, pinpoint accuracy offers a simple yet satisfying diversion to those moments of boredom. With the right grip, proper wrist action, and a bit of practice to hone your technique, you’ll […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

Mar 27, 2025 - 15:59

Illustration demonstrating card throwing techniques: position the card between fingers, bend wrist back, and flick forward. Features hand diagrams and motion lines to master playing card tricks effectively.

Whether you’re stuck indoors on a rainy day or looking to entertain friends at your next poker night, launching cards across the room with quick, pinpoint accuracy offers a simple yet satisfying diversion to those moments of boredom. With the right grip, proper wrist action, and a bit of practice to hone your technique, you’ll soon be sending cards sailing through the air with surprising speed and control . . . and feeling a bit like Gambit to boot.

Illustration by Ted Slampyak

This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.