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Hey guys, sometime ago I posted about trying to buy a table. Well funds got cut a little short, so I dropped out of the market. Well over Christmas a friend of mine was telling me about someone he knew with a Golden West table. I have heard the name before, and associate them to be fairly good, but don't know the specifics to determine if the deal I'm about to explain is worthwhile or not.
I just got back from looking at the table (44"x88" playing surface). It appears to be authentic with manufacturer plates, papers, etc. Played a few games on the table, and it appears to play good. Honestly nothing looked amiss. From the best I can tell, it is the Virginia model. Here is a link for further reference and visual purposes:
http://www.goldenwestbilliards.com/adtemplate.asp?invky=773418&catky=662349
I checked around with a local dealer, and they are asking $1899, plus tax. I'm sure they would squeeze a few dollars, but w/o really negotiating that is the best NEW quote I can get. Of course, that includes some beginner kit with balls, 2 cues, a rack & some cue holders to mount on the wall. Turns out, the cat that has the table for sale bought it from the same shop and his paperwork shows about $1749 for the table. So okay, close enough on NEW price.
The table is in good condition. The cloth isn't brand new, but still playable. Overall age of the table is 2 years, come this March. Apparently the guy is selling cause he got in some trouble hustling, and had to choose his wife & kids or the table. Ouch. He appears to be about a 7 or 8 speed, and table has been used to practice on (and maybe even win a few dollars), but again didn't appear to be physically abused in any manner that was obvious.
Anyhow, he wants a FIRM $750 for the table. It comes with the same beginner kit as the NEW package does. And I would have to haul it about an hour to my house and get it setup. Sound like a good deal or not?
Also, other concerns is that the website says the table has a laminate backing to the slate for support. Perhaps I am stupid, but I thought that backing was plywood. When I crawled under the table it appeared to be a black synthetic material, but had that cool gritty feel kind like slate. When looking at the pockets edge, you can see what appears to be 2 pieces. I'm assuming 1 is the slate, and the other is this "backing" that I'm feeling. Is it indeed black like that now?
Second concern is rather I should try to move this beast whole or not. I know it would be better to disassemble, but I will be moving again when my new house is built, and don't want to re-cloth the table TWICE. Most likely I will move the table myself (with help) both times, and once in the new house have it PROFESSIONALLY leveled. Also, if I do disassemble, can I use the EXISTING cloth and re-stretch it? If so, I will probably disassemble for sure, but you can see the expense of doing this twice.
Anyhow, appreciate any advice you guys can lend to a pool newb like myself. I'd hate to miss out on a good deal, so I'm hoping to get some good advice as soon as possible.
Thanks!
NoLimits
I just got back from looking at the table (44"x88" playing surface). It appears to be authentic with manufacturer plates, papers, etc. Played a few games on the table, and it appears to play good. Honestly nothing looked amiss. From the best I can tell, it is the Virginia model. Here is a link for further reference and visual purposes:
http://www.goldenwestbilliards.com/adtemplate.asp?invky=773418&catky=662349
I checked around with a local dealer, and they are asking $1899, plus tax. I'm sure they would squeeze a few dollars, but w/o really negotiating that is the best NEW quote I can get. Of course, that includes some beginner kit with balls, 2 cues, a rack & some cue holders to mount on the wall. Turns out, the cat that has the table for sale bought it from the same shop and his paperwork shows about $1749 for the table. So okay, close enough on NEW price.
The table is in good condition. The cloth isn't brand new, but still playable. Overall age of the table is 2 years, come this March. Apparently the guy is selling cause he got in some trouble hustling, and had to choose his wife & kids or the table. Ouch. He appears to be about a 7 or 8 speed, and table has been used to practice on (and maybe even win a few dollars), but again didn't appear to be physically abused in any manner that was obvious.
Anyhow, he wants a FIRM $750 for the table. It comes with the same beginner kit as the NEW package does. And I would have to haul it about an hour to my house and get it setup. Sound like a good deal or not?
Also, other concerns is that the website says the table has a laminate backing to the slate for support. Perhaps I am stupid, but I thought that backing was plywood. When I crawled under the table it appeared to be a black synthetic material, but had that cool gritty feel kind like slate. When looking at the pockets edge, you can see what appears to be 2 pieces. I'm assuming 1 is the slate, and the other is this "backing" that I'm feeling. Is it indeed black like that now?
Second concern is rather I should try to move this beast whole or not. I know it would be better to disassemble, but I will be moving again when my new house is built, and don't want to re-cloth the table TWICE. Most likely I will move the table myself (with help) both times, and once in the new house have it PROFESSIONALLY leveled. Also, if I do disassemble, can I use the EXISTING cloth and re-stretch it? If so, I will probably disassemble for sure, but you can see the expense of doing this twice.
Anyhow, appreciate any advice you guys can lend to a pool newb like myself. I'd hate to miss out on a good deal, so I'm hoping to get some good advice as soon as possible.
Thanks!
NoLimits