Difference of old and new snooker tables

SlickRick_PCS

SlickRick_PCS

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Did not want to be too much of a bother when it comes to this question, but what is the difference from old snooker tables from the new? I hear that there is a difference from the shelf of the pockets to the cloth of the table. I do not know and would like for you guys to either drop in links or ooze me with your knowledge about this. I appreciate your time on this! :embarrassed2:
 
Slasher

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This is a good place to start.

http://www.snookerheritage.co.uk/

Snooker pocket cuts vary from mfg to mfg but the slates not so much.
Undercutting of the rubber and pocket opening size will change the way a table plays significantly.

There are WPBSA and IBSF standard templates for competition play but the spec has not changed much over the years.

Currently they are using Strachan No10 cloth I think the IBSF just moved from Hainsworth match even though the match is considered faster than No10. I would consider Match or Strachan 6811 gold the best for home or club play.
 
OneFourSeven

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Scaramouche said:
Don't know when steel block began to be added to top of the line snooker tables.
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From the Snooker Heritage site that Slasher posted a link to:

"Burroughes & Watts were more active in the provinces than any other London maker, and in 1876 they established the Scottish Professional Billiards Championship, providing a silver challenge cup.

Walter Buttery became a partner in the 1870's taking charge of the London offices and showroom. Of a very inventive turn of mind he is credited with the invention of the "steel-block" cushion, which was registered as a patent in 1888."

Hey Slasher, aren't you the guy that was building a snooker room in your back yard?
 
Slasher

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OneFourSeven said:
From the Snooker Heritage site that Slasher posted a link to:

"Burroughes & Watts were more active in the provinces than any other London maker, and in 1876 they established the Scottish Professional Billiards Championship, providing a silver challenge cup.

Walter Buttery became a partner in the 1870's taking charge of the London offices and showroom. Of a very inventive turn of mind he is credited with the invention of the "steel-block" cushion, which was registered as a patent in 1888."

Hey Slasher, aren't you the guy that was building a snooker room in your back yard?
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Yes that is me, play on it almost everyday. I have a nice space with big TV & internet so I can watch all the streams and practice at the same time, it's a great sanctuary and highly recommended. :)
 
OneFourSeven

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In keep with the thread, there are two Brunswick Monarch tables (circa 1900's) out of the six tables that are used in the league that I play in. They're sweet tables to play on.

Well that's me jealous, Slasher. :wink:

Where do you play if you're not at home?

Hey, there's a No-handicap Snooker tournament at the Terminal City Club in January, did you know about it?
 
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