I've read the other posts discussing the Brunswick Metro. Are there any owners here who have current experience with the table. Is there any slate sag on the sides and ends? Is the hardware up to the task? Could they be used commercially with good results or are they truly home tables? Are your cushions holding up?
Thanks!
I've played on them quite a bit in the Philippines. They are manufactured in China and can be bought for around $1,000 each in Manila. They are not a bad table, superior to most of the local tables built in the Philippines. Many big money games have been played on them over there and I've rarely (if ever) heard the players complain about them. IMO they bank good, roll true and have good pockets. They set them up here mostly with 4.5" corner pockets. I like the wide rails as well. They are primarily made for the commercial market over there. But I do know people (foreigners and Pinoys) who have put one in their home and enjoy playing on it. It's a good choice for the price.
I'm sure they would make a good home table if you can find one in the U.S. I would rate the Metro over almost any other "home style" pool table that I can think of, including Olhausen. I'm sure they would sell new here for a much higher price, especially if they are shipped here from the Beijing plant.
P.S. The famous action room in Makati, Manila called One Side has had Metro's for over ten years now and they still play good. All the top Foreign players from Shane, Skyler and Darren to Morra, Mika, Thorsten and Eberle have gambled in there. Not a bad looking table either!
