Can you give us the dimensions of the table please?
Hand-Carved African Pool Table is worth how much?
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Dimensions
The 'playing field' is 8 ft by 3 2/3 ft. The height is 3'10". The whole top of the table is 8.5 ft x 4.5 ft.
The 'playing field' is 8 ft by 3 2/3 ft. The height is 3'10". The whole top of the table is 8.5 ft x 4.5 ft.
Unfortunately, IMO, the value is going to drop tremendously due to the fact that there is no slate.
The buyer will have to have a professional installer measure the table for slate, order it, and then proceed with a professional set-up.
Additionally, the table would (IMO) require new American pool style rails to replace the current rails which have "snooker" cuts (rounded) pockets.
A set-up, rails, and fitting slate for the table will cost well in excess of $1k...probably closer to $2k...perhaps a professional table mechanic could chime in on this.
At this moment, the beautiful table is, unfortunately, only a large conversation piece. It is not suitable for serious pool.
Joe
The buyer will have to have a professional installer measure the table for slate, order it, and then proceed with a professional set-up.
Additionally, the table would (IMO) require new American pool style rails to replace the current rails which have "snooker" cuts (rounded) pockets.
A set-up, rails, and fitting slate for the table will cost well in excess of $1k...probably closer to $2k...perhaps a professional table mechanic could chime in on this.
At this moment, the beautiful table is, unfortunately, only a large conversation piece. It is not suitable for serious pool.
Joe
even without the slate, i believe the table can go 5 g's. rich folk buy tables all the time for the design and never use the damn thing. i would throw it on ebay starting 3 g's and putting the minimum at what you believe, for me, 4800 easy. good luck, and a great find to see. thanks for sharing.
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It is worth what someone is willing to pay. Ebay is the right place for a piece like this IMO. On this forum you won't get didly due to all the above reasons already mentioned (rails, slate, etc).
I'm wondering what type of wood was used for the base, because this could potentially add a lot of value to the piece and would be nice to include in the general description of the table. If this is African blackwood or something along those lines the value would increase dramatically IMO
G/L
Cool and unique offering :thumbup:
It is worth what someone is willing to pay. Ebay is the right place for a piece like this IMO. On this forum you won't get didly due to all the above reasons already mentioned (rails, slate, etc).
I'm wondering what type of wood was used for the base, because this could potentially add a lot of value to the piece and would be nice to include in the general description of the table. If this is African blackwood or something along those lines the value would increase dramatically IMO
G/L
Cool and unique offering :thumbup:
Table,,,,,,,,
I hope Glen, A.K.A. ''Real King Cobra'' logs onto thos and gives his opinion,,it's an incredible piece !!!
I hope Glen, A.K.A. ''Real King Cobra'' logs onto thos and gives his opinion,,it's an incredible piece !!!
I agree. In fact, my money says that you won't be able to sell it at all without a real bed in it. You might think that the wood bed in it now is fine, but it will not stay level for long at all. Although it looks nice, right now this is a better kitchen table than a pool table. Value as it sits IMO is $500 if you're lucky. Have a table installer put in a slate bed and new rails, and you increase that 10x. This is my opinion, your mileage may vary.
BTW, there is a "talk to a mechanic" section on this forum where you can contact table installers.
Mr H
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I am interested. PM sent.
I agree,looks like 2 tables combined.Legs look great but on that table,not my cup of African:smile:
I agree with Bama Cues comments completely. He is a business man also, and I recommend his input on this matter.
As a part time artist and wood carver, I can tell you that wood carvings such as this are not as rare as you might think. In Africa and the Philippines you can find very exotic carvings for bargain prices. Often the wood used is from a more humid environment and will splinter easily once aged here in the west.
Unfortunately, I too believe the value will be much lower than you hope for. If you buy replacement slate, you are taking a risk at getting your money out of the item. Used slate from an old table may be an option if you can modify it to fit properly. Serious players will not likely be interested in this table, even with the slate. Someone looking for a decorative piece and an occasional party attraction for their large home would be your target market. These people tend to have money, and they will want it to be near perfect in condition. Good luck and thanks for the interesting post.
As a part time artist and wood carver, I can tell you that wood carvings such as this are not as rare as you might think. In Africa and the Philippines you can find very exotic carvings for bargain prices. Often the wood used is from a more humid environment and will splinter easily once aged here in the west.
Unfortunately, I too believe the value will be much lower than you hope for. If you buy replacement slate, you are taking a risk at getting your money out of the item. Used slate from an old table may be an option if you can modify it to fit properly. Serious players will not likely be interested in this table, even with the slate. Someone looking for a decorative piece and an occasional party attraction for their large home would be your target market. These people tend to have money, and they will want it to be near perfect in condition. Good luck and thanks for the interesting post.