Buying a pool table, any advice?

[MustISO]

I'm looking for a pool table for a basement. 8', ball return or pockets. I've been looking at Brunswick, any other makers that I should look at?

 

[LikeLinus]

Originally posted by: MustISO
I'm looking for a pool table for a basement. 8', ball return or pockets. I've been looking at Brunswick, any other makers that I should look at?

Olhausen Billiards pool tables are probably the best pool tables around. I had one for about 7 years and loved it.

 

[jonmullen]

bump...looking for a pool table here too.

 

[Dacalo]

What's the price range for a decent pool table for casual players?

 

[MustISO]

From what I saw, around $1900 to $2700. The one I'm looking at runs around $3500.

They can be as cheap as $1200 and as expensive as $20,000+

Tried to use the dealer finder at Olhausen Billiards.com and first you have to enter your personal info and second "The page cannot be displayed". Wonderful system they have.

 

[Stojakapimp]

i bought one a while ago from a garage sale. probably less than 100 bucks. granted, the felt was pretty bad and it was majorly slanted. Still fun to play though.

But I suggest you stay away from those kinds

 

[squirrel dog]

regulation size slate top.

 

[Vic]

slate

Otherwise, buy what you like.

 

[alm4rr]

look for used!

people are always gettin rid of them around here - just go check it out and see what shape its in

 

[VioletAura]

Get one with good fabric. The cheap ones will bruise your back,

 

[Kelemvor]

Just make sure it fits in the room. Sucks playing at a friends when you have to hold the cue almost vertical because the table is too close to the walls. *sigh*.

 

[MustISO]

The room is plenty big, I made sure of that. We can use the longest cues and still be fine. The bed will be slate, no question. I think brunswick uses 1 inch slate.

 

[Jhill]

Originally posted by: Vic
slate

Otherwise, buy what you like.

Exactly. If money is any concern get a used slate table for cheap and then pay 150.00 or so to re-felt it.

 

[Chaotic42]

Check out these pool balls

 

[MustISO]

I never thought I'd say this but those are nice balls...

 

[T2T III]

Originally posted by: MustISO
From what I saw, around $1900 to $2700. The one I'm looking at runs around $3500.

They can be as cheap as $1200 and as expensive as $20,000+

Tried to use the dealer finder at Olhausen Billiards.com and first you have to enter your personal info and second "The page cannot be displayed". Wonderful system they have.

Since you live in Maryland, you could try the following: Champion Billiards

 

[T2T III]

Originally posted by: MustISO
I never thought I'd say this but those are nice balls...

Here in No. VA, we have a billiards parlor called "Fast Eddies." They used to sell T-shirts that said: "I rack my balls at Fast Eddies" on them.

 

[MustISO]

Tiles2Tech, thanks for the tip. Never got a chance to go by there but I will since they carry the Olhausen tables.

 

Originally posted by: Chaotic42
Check out these pool balls

Those are sweet!

 

[CT2TXtech]

Im looking for a pool table too. A good used one. Im in the Dallas area. ANy ideas

 

[TekChik]

Originally posted by: Tiles2Tech

Originally posted by: MustISO
I never thought I'd say this but those are nice balls...

Here in No. VA, we have a billiards parlor called "Fast Eddies." They used to sell T-shirts that said: "I rack my balls at Fast Eddies" on them.

I've played at Fast Eddies before...is it still in Springfield??

 

[shuan24]

Check your local classified ads. Seriously I wouldnt buy a new pool table unless I was desperate... So many people with good tables are always selling em for cheap! Theres really no diff b/t a new one and a gently used one.

 

[draggoon01]

what makes a pool table good or bad? what qualities should one be looking at?

 

[CT2TXtech]

Originally posted by: draggoon01
what makes a pool table good or bad? what qualities should one be looking at?

Good question, price range for a decent used one?

 

[draggoon01]

Originally posted by: CT2TXtech

Originally posted by: draggoon01
what makes a pool table good or bad? what qualities should one be looking at?

Good question, price range for a decent used one?

yeah if anyone can provide input. stuff like, if certain designs are better than others (stronger support, last longer, stays balanced longer, doesn't warp easily, etc), if certain tables are easier to repair (like cloth getting ripped or stained), or anything info that would help a consumer along these lines.

are there certain tests that help determine quality of table, especially when buying used? (like with cues, you roll it to see how even it is)