I have a set of rails for a 7' Valley coin-op table for sale. I recently put a set of ridgebacks on my table and don't have any use for these. $150+Shipping.
pool halls
I'm not sure if Johnny C's is still open or under new management but that would be the closest hall. If you travel down to Parkville there is top hat, satyr hill, and kelly's pool halls.
If you are looking for a close cue maker. Joss is in towson.
I think this belongs in the NPR forum.
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