What type of big table do you prefer?
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T.Cox said:
If it were a tournament match, I'd have to say Brunswick. I've been playing on them my entire life and feel most comfortable when using one. However, if I were buying a table, I'd probably get a Diamond. They're tougher to play on and seem to be better built.
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I learned to play on Diamonds and that's what I still practise on.
I learned to play on Diamonds and that's what I still practise on.
I've owned a 9 ft. Ohlhausen in the past, have now owned a 9 ft. GCIV for a year and a half. The nicest pool hall in town has 9 ft. Diamonds, and my pool instructor has a 9 foot Diamond.
My preference is the double shimmed GCIV, with the Diamond a VERY, VERY close second. You could not go wrong with either one. As installed in pool halls, both the GCIV and Diamonds have some problems - for home use, I very much doubt you will see these types of problems, unless you allow your table to be treated horribly.
I have asked many professional players about the qualities of these tables, and all have rated the Brunswick and the Diamond as #1 and #1A. Most of those I have asked are like many of us, we want the Brunswick just because of the tradition of it being the standard competition equipment (a tradition that may soon be dead if Diamond continues its support of professional tournaments). Most of the pro's I've spoken to prefer the Brunswick rails for consistency in banking (NYC posters on this forum have noted inconsistencies in the rails which is not a problem here in Indiana), and find the Diamonds a little less lively (many amateurs seem to prefer the Diamond rails, they may be a little easier/deader to bank on). Again, you can't go wrong with either one - just make sure to bargain, there is a HUGE markup on these tables. Make sure to get a topflight installer (see the threads on seam popping in the Ohlhausen tables).
My preference is the double shimmed GCIV, with the Diamond a VERY, VERY close second. You could not go wrong with either one. As installed in pool halls, both the GCIV and Diamonds have some problems - for home use, I very much doubt you will see these types of problems, unless you allow your table to be treated horribly.
I have asked many professional players about the qualities of these tables, and all have rated the Brunswick and the Diamond as #1 and #1A. Most of those I have asked are like many of us, we want the Brunswick just because of the tradition of it being the standard competition equipment (a tradition that may soon be dead if Diamond continues its support of professional tournaments). Most of the pro's I've spoken to prefer the Brunswick rails for consistency in banking (NYC posters on this forum have noted inconsistencies in the rails which is not a problem here in Indiana), and find the Diamonds a little less lively (many amateurs seem to prefer the Diamond rails, they may be a little easier/deader to bank on). Again, you can't go wrong with either one - just make sure to bargain, there is a HUGE markup on these tables. Make sure to get a topflight installer (see the threads on seam popping in the Ohlhausen tables).
I like the Diamonds, but I'm not well versed enough as a player to say if I'd go with a either Diamonds or Brunswick. I guess it'd be which ever is easer to keep score in one pocket and straights! LOL! 
Hey, do the newer Gold Crowns have the "flat" pockets like the Diamonds? Just wondering.
Hey, do the newer Gold Crowns have the "flat" pockets like the Diamonds? Just wondering.
marissayi said:
Great table.
She was referring to her rings, necklace and bracelet.pete lafond said:
I've played on a Brunswick GC3 a few times and thought it accepted balls rather easily. Great to play on though.
From my understanding, corner pocket of exactly 2 balls width and not a millimeter more is considered tough, right? Well, it would seem that I play on tough equipment without even knowing it!
Take a look at Olympic II tables which are used for many eurotour events. 4.5 inch pockets (two balls exactly), very unforgiving. Super fast too.
Olympic II
From my understanding, corner pocket of exactly 2 balls width and not a millimeter more is considered tough, right? Well, it would seem that I play on tough equipment without even knowing it!
Take a look at Olympic II tables which are used for many eurotour events. 4.5 inch pockets (two balls exactly), very unforgiving. Super fast too.
Olympic II
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marissayi said:
What do you practice on top of diamond tables?
I'd have to say that i like the Diamonds just a little bit more than the GC IV's.
The reasons being that, i play a lot of 1 pocket.
To tighten up the pockets in a GC IV, you need to shim the pockets up with whatever shim material the guy setting up the table uses. This can cause problems if you have balls that need to be banked, that are close to the point, cause the shim material, usually gets pushed in after time, and you are left with a non smooth surface.
Sometimes these "divots" can wreck havoc on a tight one pocket game cause if it hits the wrong part of the rail/divot, it might bank WAY OFF as a result.
The other thing is that even though the metal around the pockets is designed to be flush, i have yet to see it. There is always some metal sticking out that can cut a nice grove in your cue if your not careful
With the Diamonds, the pockets are flush with that leather, so there is no scratching, and the rails are i believe, cut to order, depending on the type of pocket you desire.
So the whole rail is consistent.
Other than that, they are both great tables, but GABRIEL's blow them both away.
SUPERSTAR
The reasons being that, i play a lot of 1 pocket.
To tighten up the pockets in a GC IV, you need to shim the pockets up with whatever shim material the guy setting up the table uses. This can cause problems if you have balls that need to be banked, that are close to the point, cause the shim material, usually gets pushed in after time, and you are left with a non smooth surface.
Sometimes these "divots" can wreck havoc on a tight one pocket game cause if it hits the wrong part of the rail/divot, it might bank WAY OFF as a result.
The other thing is that even though the metal around the pockets is designed to be flush, i have yet to see it. There is always some metal sticking out that can cut a nice grove in your cue if your not careful
With the Diamonds, the pockets are flush with that leather, so there is no scratching, and the rails are i believe, cut to order, depending on the type of pocket you desire.
So the whole rail is consistent.
Other than that, they are both great tables, but GABRIEL's blow them both away.
SUPERSTAR
Check out US Open special Diamond pricing
FWIW Diamond are running a sales promotion tied to the US Open at present for discount rates on new tables and lights. If you are looking at buying brand new Diamonds for your Pool halls you may want to check it out.
T.Cox said:
FWIW Diamond are running a sales promotion tied to the US Open at present for discount rates on new tables and lights. If you are looking at buying brand new Diamonds for your Pool halls you may want to check it out.
Sweet Marissa
www.Bella-Muse.com
tucker said:
Straight pool and nine ball.
tucker said:
I think you've successfully placed inuendos in every thread you've participated in! Listen woman, forgive me for feeling a need to insert my opinion in this thread but I insist on finding out how whet your inuendos can get.
Sweet Marissa
www.Bella-Muse.com
Jude Rosenstock said:
Jude, tell me what is suggestive about "I learned to play on Diamonds and that's what I still practise on".
marissayi said:
OMG, do you mean to tell me that I'm now assuming that everything you say is suggestive? I'm completely brainwashed now. That's what you're telling me!
