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    Video: Cowboy Jimmy Moore aiming system?

    At 9:06 in this video, you can see a pretty clear aiming method in play. Aside from the fact the man was a HOF player who had hit millions of balls into the center of the pocket, does anyone have any insights into how Moore approached aiming? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bY2wCC9EXIc
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    Mark Gregory's latest Centennial build

    For those keeping track, this is the table that Dean sold his place in line for. The wood is Pau Ferro.
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    Tim Scruggs box cue

    I purchased this cue from Tim Scruggs in 1998 for $2,500 and sold it in a moment of weakness a few years later. The second owner happens to be a good friend who may eventually sell it back to me. I had a chance last night to take a few pictures of it that I thought I'd share. Everything white...
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    Thoughts on a 17'10" x 22'2" space?

    Any thoughts on a 17'10" x 22'2" room for a 9' table? I know it surpasses the minimum reccomended dimensions but will it provide for a comfortable playing area? Due to one side of the space acting as a hall of sorts, I'll have to keep the table centered in the room; possibly impacting an...
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    Ceiling fans

    Is there a consensus regarding ceiling fans above tables? Besides being a risk to a cue that is hoisted above ones head, are there other issues to consider?
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    Centennial Restoration: best new cushions and cloth?

    Thanks to the positive feedback regarding Billiard Restoration Service on this section of the forum, I have decided to put my deposit down on a restored 9' Centennial with drop pockets and score counters from Derrick Tiers. I am now trying to nail down the specifics and include them in the...
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    Brunswick Centennial & Anniversary

    Does anyone know Brunswick's rationale for having both of these tables sharing the spotlight from 1946 to 1961? Was one considered the commercial model while the other was marketed as a home table?
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    Designing home: 2nd floor considerations for 9' table

    I could really use some advice regarding the pool table I would like to put above a yet-to-be-built detached garage. Is there anything I should consider telling the architect or engineer to insure that the table is as stable as possible? Also, there will be a straight run of stairs going up...
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    Seeking contact info for Vince Tadesco

    If anyone can help me contact Vince Tadesco of Las Vegas, I'd appreciate it.
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    Can existing leather wrap be saved during a refinish?

    I'm trying to weigh the negatives involved in paying big money for an exotic leather wrap (e.g., elephant ear). Thanks you, Lucky Lager
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    Is it possible to convert irish linen to wrapless?

    I have just received a custom cue that I like a great deal except the Irish linen wrap is too slick for my taste. The finish of the cue seems much more to my liking as a grip texture than the wrap so I am now curious if converting it to wrapless is possible. Can anyone please enlighten me on...
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