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9' x 4-1/2' Brunswick, Balke & Collender 'Nonpareil' pool table of the 1870's with somewhat unique turned legs (most had 'square-ish, ogee style). Inlaid with California laurel, burl ash, French walnut, rosewood, birds-eye maple and tulip woods. One of the fanciest tables made by BBC, and often used for championship tournaments.
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Thanks, Rob. Much appreciated. Actually, just out of sight to the left in the pic is a Rowe/AMI cd-playing juke box which pumps out a lot of '60's, '70's and '80's tunes that everyone seems to enjoy, but an old Victrola would be a nice touch, to be sure.
Thanks also to lundy, officialfuel, rocker, trg and Lumpy for the kind thoughts.
BEAUTIFUL & AWESOME pool table. If it ever needs a new home put me at the top of your list.
Thanks, MMM; just as sweet to play on as it looks. There are already about 3 on the list, but I'll keep you in mind.
Thanks to AR8Jason, trukn and Birdie for the lovin'.
Thanks leighannrn
Thanks ttom and AmberRose