The video in the first post from the sticky thread below shows you exactly how to measure it as well as some other dimensions you may also have interest in as you learn about them.So what is the shelf depth on a Diamond? I want to measure my GV IV for comparison. Having said that, how do I measure it, straight edge across pocket opening then measure perpendicular to that? Thanks!
Table Difficulty Factor (TDF) for measuring table "toughness"
Calculate your Table Difficulty Factor (TDF) to determine how tough it plays relative to other tables. Only three pocket measurements are required, and you can use the TDF calculator or TDF spreadsheet to get your results. username - table size, pocket mouth size, mouth-throat difference...
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