So is there any difference in pocket sizes on a gold crown vs a valley table? I know the size is different 9 foot vs 7 foot. But I am mainly interested in the pocket differences or sameness.
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If both tables are un-modified, the valley pocket is actually tighter than the GC pocket. This is at the mouth of the pocket. However, the shelf on the valley is way shorter. And, the angle of the jaws on the valley opens up in an obtuse angle, whereas the GC closes in on an acute angle. These differences end up making the Valley pocket significantly easier to pocket balls on than a GC pocket. Probably by at least a factor of 2.
If both tables are un-modified, the valley pocket is actually tighter than the GC pocket. This is at the mouth of the pocket. However, the shelf on the valley is way shorter. And, the angle of the jaws on the valley opens up in an obtuse angle, whereas the GC closes in on an acute angle. These differences end up making the Valley pocket significantly easier to pocket balls on than a GC pocket. Probably by at least a factor of 2.
Does “opens up” mean the throat of the pocket (behind the mouth) is wider than one that “closes in” - or vice verse?...the angle of the jaws on the valley opens up in an obtuse angle, whereas the GC closes in on an acute angle.
So if I understand correctly learning on a valley table is doing a dis-service and making it harder when you move to a 9 foot table.
Awesome so not only is there a size difference the pockets are built in a way to make it easier to pocket balls on valley tables. Thanks for the info.
LOL add another con to the con list.
So if I understand correctly learning on a valley table is doing a dis-service and making it harder when you move to a 9 foot table.
Does “opens up” mean the throat of the pocket (behind the mouth) is wider than one that “closes in” - or vice verse?
With the same mouth size, the one with the narrower throat (facings less parallel) is more difficult.
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FYI, lots of example measurements and table toughness comparisons can be found here:So is there any difference in pocket sizes on a gold crown vs a valley table? I know the size is different 9 foot vs 7 foot. But I am mainly interested in the pocket differences or sameness.