Mark Gregory Ruined my table!!!
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Mark is to solid as a perfectionist to worry about what people might think, to many people have already seen the level of Marks craftsmanship to think otherwise. :grin:
The Centennial was introduced a little before my time. Those in rooms when I first came up were already well worn. Can any of you old farts that go back that far tell me in all honesty, did they look this good brand new from the factory?
Superb craftsmanship, MG.
I believe the Centennials did not have the polished aluminum skirts from the factory. They were painted a grayish color. After the paint was removed most table owners polished the aluminum to a high luster. When polished, they will remain so, as long as they are kept out of the weather. Requiring polishing every so often.
The rosewood rails were always beautiful.
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I knew you'd say something Dean...:thumbup:
Not at all. I'd love to own that table. I was asked what they really looked like when new, and I answered the guy's question. Stop cruising for a damn argument. I was there, and you were not. Issue closed...
I think you're 100% right, all the tables like this one should be restored to as original as possible...design flaws and all. I think who ever pays 8K+ should expect the rails to look flat in color, should expect the aluminum moulding to be dull in shine, and question why the table don't play like today's tables do. I also think to be original, the rails should come loose because the rail bolt anchor plates were only held in with 2 wood screws each, then later the figure 8 nut plate which always pulled loose, pocket casting should come loose, and the rail blinds should be held in place with wood screws as well.....yeah, there's plenty of people selling tables just like that already today....and for top dollar at that. But if a person LIKES playing pool for real....instead of just looking at a pool table sitting in a room like a piece of furniture. ...Mark is the only person in the world today that is going to produce a modernized piece of history with all the upgrades in quality he can think of included in the table
Well this came much quicker than I had guessed it might have.
Please don't rain on the OP's parade with a lot of needless negativity. It seems every rails thread where you post disintegrates into a load of crap.
I was asked what the tables looked like when new, and I responded.
I apologize to the OP. I should have known you would turn this into an ego driven match of wits thread, and a "look at how good and how smart I am thread."
You do good work. We all freakin' get it, Glenn. Furthermore, every antique table was not put thru the rigors of commercial use, and although it's hard to believe that a table which you didn't personally work on plays perfectly, it does sometimes happen.
You are the most negative person I have ever had the displeasure of knowing. Blow your Goddamned hot air at somebody else. I know you for who the hell you really are.
I again apologize to the OP for tainting a thread about a truly remarkable table.
BTW, no need for nasty retorts. We don't need another 50 posts thread, containing 75% of which posts are you throwing back insults to anyone who dares to disagree with you.
Haven't you yet realized that this is a common situation in just about each and every thread you choose to honor us with your glorious patronage. You can bet your conceited ass, it doesn't impress me. It's a shame 'cause you actually could be a valuable asset to this community, if you only knew a modicum about the social graces.
I also apologize to the other contributors to this thread. Sometimes folks apparently just don't get it, and I for one, am really tired of all this never ending, self serving bullshit.
Please don't rain on the OP's parade with a lot of needless negativity. It seems every rails thread where you post disintegrates into a load of crap.
I was asked what the tables looked like when new, and I responded.
I apologize to the OP. I should have known you would turn this into an ego driven match of wits thread, and a "look at how good and how smart I am thread."
You do good work. We all freakin' get it, Glenn. Furthermore, every antique table was not put thru the rigors of commercial use, and although it's hard to believe that a table which you didn't personally work on plays perfectly, it does sometimes happen.
You are the most negative person I have ever had the displeasure of knowing. Blow your Goddamned hot air at somebody else. I know you for who the hell you really are.
I again apologize to the OP for tainting a thread about a truly remarkable table.
BTW, no need for nasty retorts. We don't need another 50 posts thread, containing 75% of which posts are you throwing back insults to anyone who dares to disagree with you.
Haven't you yet realized that this is a common situation in just about each and every thread you choose to honor us with your glorious patronage. You can bet your conceited ass, it doesn't impress me. It's a shame 'cause you actually could be a valuable asset to this community, if you only knew a modicum about the social graces.
I also apologize to the other contributors to this thread. Sometimes folks apparently just don't get it, and I for one, am really tired of all this never ending, self serving bullshit.
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Thanks for the kind words
Thanks for all the kind words folks!
Bob, my buddy who also has a centennial winces at mine because it doesn't look original, but I love the look of mine because it is different than most and the high gloss brings out the wood grain, and the fingerprints....
I think Glen's point is simply that Mark improves these tables and then customizes them to the client'side tastes. Mark warned me that it would be high gloss so I knew it wouldn't be "original" so to speak.
Dean, I'm looking forward to seeing the table Mark is building for you! I'll have to come over and take pictures to post.
And what's AZ without a good dust up? we've got better things to do than ***** at one another....like shooting pool. I'm off!-Ryan
Thanks for all the kind words folks!
Bob, my buddy who also has a centennial winces at mine because it doesn't look original, but I love the look of mine because it is different than most and the high gloss brings out the wood grain, and the fingerprints....
I think Glen's point is simply that Mark improves these tables and then customizes them to the client'side tastes. Mark warned me that it would be high gloss so I knew it wouldn't be "original" so to speak.
Dean, I'm looking forward to seeing the table Mark is building for you! I'll have to come over and take pictures to post.
And what's AZ without a good dust up?
we've got better things to do than ***** at one another....like shooting pool. I'm off!-Ryan
I sent Mark my Centennial rails to clean up and apply his new finish. And look what he returned to me! I sent him rails for a pool table and he returned pieces of art. My wife won't even let me play on the table because it's so beautiful. So thanks a lot Mark! :smile: In all seriousness Mark's new finish is outstanding and really draws out the color and grain in the wood. So Dean here are the pictures you've ironically been requesting.
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Ram, absolutely gorgeous congrats. The depth on the wood is amazing! These have been my dream table for quite some time, my favorite is the lacquered black with mirror polish.Enjoy your table brother, it's amazing!!!
Awww Bob, don't get your panties all in a twist, we're just voicing our opinions right:thumbup:
Well, I suppose if you really want the authentic pool hall look the rails should have dings, dents, and cigarette burns all around too, lol!
They didn't come with the polished aluminum bits either but I've seen those that are and if it was going in my home I'd probably do it that way. The look is sensational.
We are all truly blessed in having the privilege to own any of these iconic tables.
Yours is truly one of the finest examples that I've ever had the joy of seeing!
We are merely caretakers of these historic tables. May you find unlimited hours of enjoyment with yours, and rest assured that due to your restoration, it will be a family treasure for many more generations. Well done, Sir! :thumbup:
Yours is truly one of the finest examples that I've ever had the joy of seeing!
We are merely caretakers of these historic tables. May you find unlimited hours of enjoyment with yours, and rest assured that due to your restoration, it will be a family treasure for many more generations. Well done, Sir! :thumbup:
Looks Great.
Does i play like a Gold Crown ?
Does i play like a Gold Crown ?
Gorgeous table and I love the straight cut pockets. That's the way pockets are supposed to be, perfectly straight pocket facings. Many of the best older tables were made this way.