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    Any Read The Science of Pocket Billiards?

    The Science of Pocket Billiards I have had a copy for many years. I scanned through it after seeing the first Post. It was signed by the author inside the front in 1990 and is close to excellent as new condition. It is a soft cover. I planned on selling it as soon as I could take pictures...
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    Brazilian rosewood ID fun

    Br 4th from the left was my immediate choice. Looked like some I had for sale.
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    Question regarding common stroke trait of pros

    Corby's stroke Not bad Corby. You are off to a better start than most. If I were your coach I would recommend a few slight changes. Your stroke is a little too mechanical which creates a good poke, but not a stroke. You followed through which is a big plus. The next is debatable, but if...
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    Who are the nicest and most friendly pro pool players in the US?

    I met Nick Varner quite a few years ago He seemed genuinely nice and friendly. Later watched Earl at an exhibition in Washington. He did not seem approachable. He seemed self centered so I kept to myself. Would love to talk to him about the game. I recently talked to a local S. Cal young...
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    Question regarding common stroke trait of pros

    Mastering any game starts with fundamentals. It will be uncomfortable for a period of time. At such time these are repeated thousands of times the mind is programmed, then variations are not only possible but necessary. I recommend a fluid level stroke to beginners. Later any shoulder...
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    Three Cushion Ball Sets

    Price Posted Still no pictures, but guaranteed as described. The ivory ones alone should be worth a minimum of 500. If perfect they may go for thousands.
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    Bakelite Billiard Balls?

    Bakelite balls Bob, The red looks very red, but the two whites are very brown with little squiggle lines all over, very feint. Never saw them this brown. When I can will take pictures of the ivory and these three. Thanks for the help.
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    Bakelite Billiard Balls?

    What is an old set worth? Are they collectable or playable? Thanks, Bob H
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    2nd Edition Blue Book and Many More Books

    Soft cover in very good condition with tiny little bend on two front corners. Tried to search for comparable value. Could not find one. I will be listing and selling or trading about 40-45 of the books in my collection soon. Keeping a few for my daughter, but not the valuable ones. Four or...
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    3 Cushion Balls (One set very old Ivory)and Snooker set 1-15 and cueball-

    Sold both tables. Kept six sets of balls. Older pool balls for snooker. Five sets 3C balls. Very old ivory set in wood box. Very faded red ball, two whites, one with dot. All with the typical ivory cracking. One set looks to be clay? The whites are very brown. Not in original box...
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    Older Pool Balls for Snooker Table

    Sold my snooker table a few years ago. Kept a set of 1-15 and cue ball. Open to best offer. Located in S. Cal. but could ship.
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    Three Cushion Ball Sets

    Five sets. One set Ivory. One set Bakelite?. Three sets maybe from the 80s-90s. I sold my 3C table with one set of newer balls. I kept five sets of collected balls I would sell but do not know the value. My camera is messed up so for now will describe. The first three are all Belgian and...
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    Looking for John Morrow

    Is Johnny still alive and well? Is he a member here? Anyone know him or how to contact him. Looking for a mutual friend and road player from the 60s also. He may remember his last name.
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    How many hours do you think you've spent actually at the table playing pool?

    I feel young again!!! ST8poolplayer started when I was two years old. I didn't start till 1962. I put in a few hours back then. Still can shoot a little.
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    My view of the financial viability of pool halls, and what has to change.

    Space for Seating? Your layouts allow five feet to the walls and no space for seating around the perimeter. Most also have a center island for access to tables.
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    GRACIO and Two Shafts-Wrapless

    Gracio Cue Reposting for the Az'r looking for wrapless Gracio. Pictures do not do it justice.
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    Pool in Temecula

    Jaden I saw you come in and said that might be Jaden, but when you left I thought we were mistaken. Wish you would have stayed and at least met. Had a great time with John. I think we match up well. It was fun to have a strong competitor to spur me on. Had to concentrate to have a chance...
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    Pool in Temecula

    Temecua Jaden, JohnnyP, or anyone else in the area PM me if you need a little practice. If possible will play some. Bob Healey
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    Pool in Temecula

    Temecula Just south of Old Town a few blocks on Jefferson St (parallel to I-15 on the west side) is a pool hall next to the Harley dealer. We are visiting our Son for the next few days here. Our daughter is in from Seattle and loves to shoot pool. She will surprise most men. I play at the...
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    Please help to identify my Cue

    Looks 80s in vintage- Possibly an early McDermott? Looks very familiar.
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