That looks like something you would hang on the back of a hunting jeep..or one of those cheap bike racks you see hanging on the back bumpers of some cars.
A fine looking table and room. I also opted for a black table but wanted the rails light. Diamond was happy to work with me on this table. I also asked to not engrave the Diamond logo on the ends, although sometimes I wish I would have kept it.I went with the black on black as it makes it look better for a home table.
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WOW!A fine looking table and room. I also opted for a black table but wanted the rails light. Diamond was happy to work with me on this table. I also asked to not engrave the Diamond logo on the ends, although sometimes I wish I would have kept it.
I built a revolving cue rack to match the table.
Looks like a bunch of stretch marks on the clothA fine looking table and room. I also opted for a black table but wanted the rails light. Diamond was happy to work with me on this table. I also asked to not engrave the Diamond logo on the ends, although sometimes I wish I would have kept it.
I built a revolving cue rack to match the table.
You have a keen eye! I have since recovered with Andy cloth and those stretch marks are in the landfill now.Looks like a bunch of stretch marks on the cloth
Very nice look.A fine looking table and room. I also opted for a black table but wanted the rails light. Diamond was happy to work with me on this table. I also asked to not engrave the Diamond logo on the ends, although sometimes I wish I would have kept it.
I built a revolving cue rack to match the table.
Lol, looks are subjective I guess. Sounds like you really want a gold crown look-alike with piano black rails. I do recommend diamond if you can get past the look difference. I have had great support from their mechanics and Heath on my set up. Either way good luck on your hunt.I guess I am probably starting to seem a bit overly picky, but I feel like what I want (original post) is pretty simple. For me, the Paragon is beautiful except for the legs. I cannot unsee a bowlegged cowboy.
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Choice look. I wish I would have thought of that. I like the looks of the light rails when only the table light is on, like the table is floating.Black Epoxy Diamond Logos on End Rail Skirts
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Man, every time I think I have found all of the table manufacturers available to me. I appreciate it. Since the Delta comes in a similar finish to the GC, I would probably prefer the GC. The aprons of the Rasson aren’t something that would work for me, and I wonder what that thing weighs!?Not sure if you are aware if them, but Delta apparently sells a GC5 clone called the President V - local shop in NorCal sells them in black/silver trim. Supposedly Chinese parts/labour, but I don’t personally know anything about their quality/durability/materials. IMO they do look nice (just like a CG5!?), and I hit balls very briefly on one, it did also feel like a GC. At a glance the subframe & legs looked pretty sturdy, like GC copy also. If I recall, price was about 33-40% less than a new GC, which was tempting for a moment. No idea what rails/apron materials are, or if they are suitable for the customized finish you’re seeking. I was horny for a matte black GC6 TE at the time, got a great price/timeline on it and didn’t bother digging deeper into the Delta - that was exactly 2 yrs ago… My local dealer does have one setup, I could take a few pics & ask questions for you next time I’m there, or just put you in touch.
Just curious, have you already eliminated the Rasson Victory II from your quest? Seems to be quite popular in EU and have some features/trim options which you’re interested in - somewhat similar to the Scandinavian Buffalo Pro table you originally posted. Looks super nice to me but have yet to see/play one in the real world. I keep trying to talk folks in USA into buying one, so we can all get some feedback on them
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I'm thinking a Rasson weighs less than a Diamond. I know the aluminum frame is bound to weigh less than the Diamond pro frame or even the GC frame.Man, every time I think I have found all of the table manufacturers available to me. I appreciate it. Since the Delta comes in a similar finish to the GC, I would probably prefer the GC. The aprons of the Rasson aren’t something that would work for me, and I wonder what that thing weighs!?
Got me curious. A couple places lists it at around 1,600lbs. Apparently, the legs are also metal. Although, I guess either way, the Victory is putting all the weight in a much smaller footprint.I'm thinking a Rasson weighs less than a Diamond. I know the aluminum frame is bound to weigh less than the Diamond pro frame or even the GC frame.
You got me thinking about it as well. I might just do some research.Got me curious. A couple places lists it at around 1,600lbs. Apparently, the legs are also metal. Although, I guess either way, the Victory is putting all the weight in a much smaller footprint.
Yeah, I was thinking actually the laminate matte finish on the newer GC & Deltas might actually lend itself to the high gloss customization that you’re seeking - if one was willing, seems like it might be fairly easy to simply have them sanded, buffed and polyurethane coated. If I were going to attempt such a bold move to a new table, I think I’d feel better about trying it to a DeltaMan, every time I think I have found all of the table manufacturers available to me. I appreciate it. Since the Delta comes in a similar finish to the GC, I would probably prefer the GC. The aprons of the Rasson aren’t something that would work for me, and I wonder what that thing weighs!?
Right this moment, I am leaning to the GC6 while still looking at and considering various furniture table options. It checks off most of my boxes compared to others. The only additional concern is that option locks me into a 9’ table. While I want a 9’ table, my room is 17’2” x 16‘.Yeah, I was thinking actually the laminate matte finish on the newer GC & Deltas might actually lend itself to the high gloss customization that you’re seeking - if one was willing, seems like it might be fairly easy to simply have them sanded, buffed and polyurethane coated. If I were going to attempt such a bold move to a new table, I think I’d feel better about trying it to a Delta
For what its worth, my matt black/nickle GC is in full center stage view off the main foyer entrance of my house and most folks (non pool players) think its pretty gorgeous. We have a high gloss black Kawai baby grand piano in the open room adjacent to the pool & I was also originally looking for a glossy black GC3 or 4 - but gave up. IMO the semi matt GC6 is plenty attractive as is - and the higher gloss really isn’t conducive to daily pool play. Actually if use a furniture polish on the GC6 rails, they get pretty shiny, but I purposely buff it all off back to semi matte - as the shiny look shows every little body oil smudge and attracts more chalk dust.
Anyway, the point is that the GC black laminate is really more of a “semi matte” finish (vs totally dull/rough) that is fairly sexy on its own - and there seem to be practical advantages to it worth considering, if you haven’t already.
Good luck on your journey!
Yeah, totally understand! $8-10k on a family home baby center room is no small project of trafeoffs… 17’ definitely won’t work for a 9’, maybe even tight for a 8’… Many times I think having a nice barbox with generous pockets is also a great (fun) home option - of course all depends on primary target audience…Right this moment, I am leaning to the GC6 while still looking at and considering various furniture table options. It checks off most of my boxes compared to others. The only additional concern is that option locks me into a 9’ table. While I want a 9’ table, my room is 17’2” x 16‘.
I was hoping to use shorter cues in the instances that required it. The wall will be 54” from the cushion. Right now, the ”furniture table” options I have in front of me are all going to be more expensive than the GC6. And that annoys me since I know that the GC or Diamond are better playing tables.Yeah, totally understand! $8-10k on a family home baby center room is no small project of trafeoffs… 17’ definitely won’t work for a 9’, maybe even tight for a 8’… Many times I think having a nice barbox with generous pockets is also a great (fun) home option - of course all depends on primary target audience…
Everyone has their own subjective perspectives on what looks good/bad, but I’ve never found any furniture style table attractive at any level, they all look tacky to me. More importantly, the typically narrower rails & reduced real estate around the pockets to make comfortable hand bridges - are detrimental/awkward to both novice & seasoned players. Noob players may just not be aware of it…I was hoping to use shorter cues in the instances that required it. The wall will be 54” from the cushion. Right now, the ”furniture table” options I have in front of me are all going to be more expensive than the GC6. And that annoys me since I know that the GC or Diamond are better playing tables.