Brunswick Table Identification

[cinemafreak]

Hello,

First time poster. Looking to ID a pool table I got out of my grandmothers basement. Pictures are below. There is a number 854 stamped on the table and the legs can fold under the table for transport. It is very heavy. SLate is missing and it has bars going across the bottom to support the slate or in this case wood. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[ROB.M]

Table

I don't know what it is but that table sure is sweet! Those old cues are neat too. Are you going to sell the table?

P.S. It might not take long for a table ID.. Although mr might be a little busy...

Rob.M

 

[cinemafreak]

I played on this table when I as 5 years old, so not sure if I will be selling at this time. I have been doing my own research and came across a post on another site. I think this is a Brunswick Genuine Astralite Bed Table from around 1915. These were small tables for entertainment where people did not have room for a full size table. I hope someone can confirm this or give me the right info.



This is the text I found:

From the 1915 Brunswick-Balke-Collender Co. catalog, pages 9, 10, 11 and 12:

- Brunswick Quick Demountable Table, with stand, for use on Living Room, Dining or Library Table. Made in 3 sizes, 2 1/2 x 5', 3 x 6' and 3 1/2 x 7'. Furnished as a pocket billiard table or as a combination carom and pocket table.

This is an ideal table for a home that has not the space for a table with folding or detachable legs or one of the more pretentious Brunswick Home Billiard Table swith slate beds. The table here illustrated may be placed on top of any living room, dining room or library table, and by the use of th elevelling blocks, which we furnish free of charge with this table, it is quickly adjusted and furnishes a perfectly level playing surface.

This table is built of thoroughly seasoned genuine oak and has a rich mission finish. It is a master piece of cabinet work, the handiwork of Brunswick experts, which in itself is a guarantee of the highest quality of workmanship. The rails are inlaid with diamond shaped sights of genuine ivory. It is equipped with Monarch Quick Acting Rubber Cushions, has a genuine Astralite Ever-Level Bed and has all the scientific playing qualities for which the name Brunswick stands.

The light weight of this table makes it practical to set it aside at a moment's notice when the table is not in use.

1916 prices, FOB Muskegon, Michigan:
2 1/2 x5', including playing equipment, pocket: $30; combination pocket and carom: $35.
3x6', including playing equipment, pocket: $50; combination pocket and carom: $55.
3 1/2 x 7', including playing equipment, pocket: $60; combination pocket and carom: $65.​

 

[cinemafreak]

In addition to identification, what would I use to clean this. Appears to be solid wood and in some areas it has veneer. i am not sure what the finish is, but concerned to use just any product. Old English? Something else?

Thanks

Michael

 

[ROB.M]

Table

I played on this table when I as 5 years old, so not sure if I will be selling at this time. I have been doing my own research and came across a post on another site. I think this is a Brunswick Genuine Astralite Bed Table from around 1915. These were small tables for entertainment where people did not have room for a full size table. I hope someone can confirm this or give me the right info.



This is the text I found:

From the 1915 Brunswick-Balke-Collender Co. catalog, pages 9, 10, 11 and 12:

- Brunswick Quick Demountable Table, with stand, for use on Living Room, Dining or Library Table. Made in 3 sizes, 2 1/2 x 5', 3 x 6' and 3 1/2 x 7'. Furnished as a pocket billiard table or as a combination carom and pocket table.

This is an ideal table for a home that has not the space for a table with folding or detachable legs or one of the more pretentious Brunswick Home Billiard Table swith slate beds. The table here illustrated may be placed on top of any living room, dining room or library table, and by the use of th elevelling blocks, which we furnish free of charge with this table, it is quickly adjusted and furnishes a perfectly level playing surface.

This table is built of thoroughly seasoned genuine oak and has a rich mission finish. It is a master piece of cabinet work, the handiwork of Brunswick experts, which in itself is a guarantee of the highest quality of workmanship. The rails are inlaid with diamond shaped sights of genuine ivory. It is equipped with Monarch Quick Acting Rubber Cushions, has a genuine Astralite Ever-Level Bed and has all the scientific playing qualities for which the name Brunswick stands.

The light weight of this table makes it practical to set it aside at a moment's notice when the table is not in use.

1916 prices, FOB Muskegon, Michigan:
2 1/2 x5', including playing equipment, pocket: $30; combination pocket and carom: $35.
3x6', including playing equipment, pocket: $50; combination pocket and carom: $55.
3 1/2 x 7', including playing equipment, pocket: $60; combination pocket and carom: $65.​

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The table you pictured is not the quick demountable table, not that can tell anyways .. I believe the quick detachables was only in oak in all styles...
Neat table tho' is there storage built-in the table somewhere? The carom rails might be in there!

I'll look up some info when I get home.

Rob.M

 

[cinemafreak]

Thanks. No rails or storage in table. What would I use to clean the table in the exposed and lacquered areas?

 

[ROB.M]

Table

I'm no antique table restorer but I have set up a few.
I use a bucket of water" about 1-1/2 gallons and a half a shot -1/2 fl.oz- of dish soap mixed well with a cotton detail towel to clean and remove years of funk that builds up on the tables, the table looks a lot better with a good wipe down and polish. Pledge works great to shine it up.

Soak the towel in the bucket, wring out soap and water and have at it.... Hope you have spare bucket or two of elbow grease'


Rob.M