Archive for January, 2008

Used Pool Table Questions

Friday, January 18th, 2008

There are 3 replies, with the last one on 01/18/2008 at 11:49:25 PM by JohninTennessee

Hello

Wife and I are going to be looking for a used table and we have a few questions.
We’ll be getting an 8′ standard 3 piece slate table w/ drop pockets - probably a used Olhausen or Brunswick, possibly an economy 3 piece slate such as Silver Leaf.

Is the felt ‘always’ stabled to the slate bed? I’ve seen the spray-on adhesive, I assume that is for the cheaper ’slatron’ tables. Can the felt be re-used? Or, does removing the felt destroy it?

We plan on using a local service for assembly and leveling.
However, I’m considering do the disassembly and moving myself.
I have a 3/4 ton truck, I’m mechanically inclined, and have learned to take things slow as I’ve aged [;)]
Anyone have a link for disassembly of tables? I assume remove, rails, felt, wax for accessing the bolts,etc…
I’d use a pallet strapped down in the truck to prevent movement and then place the slate on the pallet w/ moving blankets and/or 2×4’s between the slate for transport w/ the slate strapped to the pallet.

I figure if I transport the table I can work out a better deal for installation to include new felt for what a traditional move/install would cost.

Thoughts, suggestions, links???

Thanks
Steve

Used Pool Table Questions.

Spencer Marston

Thursday, January 10th, 2008

There are 5 replies, with the last one on 01/10/2008 at 1:22:46 PM by jraypfs

My wife and I are looking for a table for our new basement and I notice that the new to used prices for Brunswick, et al drop faster than a Buick leaving the showroom. I could buy a name brand new for $3k up while a used brand costs $600 - $2,000 (posted prices on Craigs List).

We have a showroom nearby named Billiardex that sells only Spencer Marston brand and when we looked at the tables, the style suited my wife, the construction was all hardwood (no fake wood) and they really looked good. When I inquired why they were so much less expensive than the tables down the street (Brunswick, et al) the fellow said “China” and all became clear. I had just looked at a 1993 Brunswick at a womans home that had minor dings, but otherwise looked good and it was priced at $1,800; the table my wife and I liked was $1,900.

So my question is this: has anyone heard anything negative about the play in the Spencer Marston pool tables that would keep me from buying? (By the way, I am the novice of novices, only playing on in-laws pool tables as a young man and never attempting serious play at all).[?][8D]

Spencer Marston.

Comparing brands?

Tuesday, January 8th, 2008

There are 1 replies, with the last one on 01/08/2008 at 09:08:37 AM by JohninTennessee

Hey all….first time poster here. I’m buying my first pool table, and am a bit overwhelmed by all the info out there! Here’s what I know….I want:
8 ft.
1″ slate - 3 pieces
Cross sectioned braces underneath
Metal screws screwed into metal fasteners - not the wood directly
To not spend a fortune (like the $52,000 table I saw!!!)
A ball return, but I hear they’re more trouble than they’re worth?

So, I’m looking to spend about $2,000 including installation. Can you give me some help on what brands I should be looking at? My dad’s had a Brunswick for about 30 years, and it’s held up very well. The other brands I’ve seen are Spencer Marstens, AMF, Greenleaf? (pooltablesdirect.com). What else am I missing?

Any direction would be appreciated…

Thanks!

Comparing brands?.