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Object Name |
Table |
Published Date |
1950 |
Catalog Number |
2011.1098 |
Author |
Brunswick Corp. |
Subjects |
Billiard table industry Billiards Pool Poolrooms |
Title |
Sport King |
Physical Description |
Classification: Year of ManufactureFrom 1950 To 1969 Style: Sizes available: 8 Home options (44" x 88" Playfield) Slate: 3 pc. 1" framedLength (in):105 Width (in):59Weight (lbs):1002 Leg Center Length (in):Leg Center Width (in): 9 Pro options (50" x 100" Playfield) Slate: 3 pc. 1" framedLength (in):113 Width (in):63Weight (lbs):1104 Leg Center Length (in):Leg Center Width (in): 10 Foot options (56" x 112" Playfield) Slate: 3 pc. 1" framedLength (in):125 Width (in):69Weight (lbs):1321 Leg Center Length (in):Leg Center Width (in): Color Options: Maroon and Tan with Walnut rails Similar to: Cushion Rubber: Replacement Parts Available: |
Collection |
Brunswick |
Summary |
Technical Information: From the 1950 Fall-Winter Brunswick Billiard Supplies and Equipment Catalog, page 20: The Brunswick Sport King Table is the quality table in the low price range. This newest member of Brunswick's family of fine billiard tables is fashioned in a clean, modern design, and constructed of selected cabinet woods. It is attractively finished in maroon with harmonizing tan aprons to blend with any decorative scheme. Its rails are beautiful, laminated walnut with a burn-resistant finish. The Sport King's massive base frame rests firmly on rugged, but gracefully tapered legs ... giving the table the rigidity and stability necessary for a perfect playing surface. Many of the quality features of Brunswick's more expensive tables are incorporated in the Sport King--famous Monarch cushions, for lively dependable cushion action--perfectly matched registered slates, for an absolutely true playing surface--top quality cloth, for accurate, long-lasting wear--plus all the skill and knowledge of championship table construction developed in Brunswick's 105 years of billiard experience. The Sport King is designed to please every player. It will respond to the delicate touch of a champion or to hard fast pocket play. The Sport King is built to last--it will take years of punishing play yet retain its smart appearance that attracts attention and invites play. Specifications for Sport King Tables: Legs: Four tapered legs (six on 5x10' tables) with laminated facings, are attractive in appearance. Aprons: Solid poplar aprons with a handsome lacquer finish. Four section ball rack in foot end of table holds 20 balls. The rack is conveniently located and exceptionally easy to use when racking balls. Finish: All exposed wood surfaces have a lacquer finish. Maroon colored legs and base frame aprons are a harmonizing tan. All concealed wood surfaces are finished with a moisture repellent. Style: Sport King Billiard Tables come in the following popular styles: 4x8', 4 1/2 x 9' pocket; 4x8' and 4 1/2 x 9' gully; 5x10' carom and 5x10' snooker. Base Frame: The sturdy massive base frame is constructed of selected wood ... consists of two side frames, two end frames and longitudinal stretchers. The two end frames, stretchers and horizontal cross members give a positive support to the slate bed. Slate: A 3-piece matched set of slates, one inch thick, same quality as used on more expensive tables. Each piece backed up by a heavy hardwood frame, is mounted on top of the base frame. Accurately drilled for rail bolts, slate is fastened to slate frame by concealed screws. Slate is tightly anchored to base frame. The bottom of slate frame is planed and top surface of slate ground to uniform thickness. Rails: 1 3/4" thick by 4 1/2" wide in the exposed surface, of selected cabinet woods. Individual rails can be quickly removed without dismantling aprons. Fitted with the world famous Monarch cushions for lively angle accuracy--the same kind of cushion used on the more expensive tables, and preferred by players everywhere. Mother of pearl sights located in proper positions. Castings: Aluminum castings with satin finish. Castings are smoothly rounded. Pockets: A one piece molded rubber pocket is provided for all pocket openings. Ball rack for pocket tables: Twenty ball rack in foot end of apron is furnished as standard equipment on pocket tables. Bridge Hook: Each table has two metal bridge hooks. Receiver box for gully tables: On gully tables, ball rack has extra compartment below ball storage compartments connected directly with the plastic gully tubes. Playing equipment: Cushion cloth is attached to rails. Wide selection of playing equipment is optional at catalog prices. Four features of new rail construction: 1. Rail bolts fasten directly through the slate into bottom of the rail, eliminating any vibration and increasing accuracy with perfect rebound angles. 2. Rail bolts are handy to get at--can be easily tightened by the operator at any time. It is not necessary to remove the table aprons to tighten rail bolts. 3. Cushion cloth is easier to attach at recovering time with the new type of rail construction. Each rail can be removed individually without dismantling aprons. 4. The new type of construction removes the danger of breaking expensive slate when fastening rails to the table. From the 1964 Brunswick Billiards sell sheet: Billiards has added "pop" appeal to the game's traditional top appeal--in bright, modern billiard centers that attract players of all ages; men, women, and youngsters alike. For the establishment desiring to retain the familiar flavor of the past in a setting of modern prestige appearance, Brunswick combines both in the Sport King table. Classic design, interpreted in a clean, modern manner--with up-to-the-minute materials and engineering features for top enjoyment. Surface: Registered matched slates, proved through years of research and actual use to be the ideal material for maximum accuracy and level. Cushions: Brunswick live rubber cushions have become the quality standard of the industry. Pocket and snooker tables are equipped with Monarch Super Speed grade; carom tables have Monarch Tru Speed. Rails: Melamine plastic, woodgrain pattern. Resistant to stains, mars, burns. Easy to maintain. Apron & Leg Assembly: Sturdy cabinet wood construction. Durable lacquered finish in Burgundy and Beige. Pocket castings: Buffed anodized aluminum. Cloth: Pocket and Snooker tables: Monarch cloth. Carom tables: championship quality Brunsco No. 1. Ball compartments: Four 5-ball. Assembly and installation. By qualified mechanics. Warranty: Brunswick full one year warranty and service policy. From the 1950 Brunswick Service Parts Manual for Model D-C: - Table name and model stamped on outside of base frame on head and foot end. - Finish: Walnut with beige aprons and maroon legs. - Rails: Walnut with side pocket castings--figure 8 nut plates. - Aprons: Beige splatter finish. - Slate: 3 piece 1" thick. - Rail castings: Polished anodized aluminum--used at corner and side pockets; attached to rail by bolt passing through face into rail angle nut plate. - Apron corner castings: Formed metal; satin chrome plated to match anodized rail castings. - Pockets: Maroon, one piece molded rubber. - Legs: Tapered with rounded corners; finished in deep maroon with black base. - Apron ball rack: recessed in foot end apron; walnut finish. The Sport King table is the quality table in the low price range. This newest member of Brunswick's family of fine billiard tables is fashioned in a clean, modern design, and constructed of selected cabinet woods. it is attractively finished in maroon with harmonizing tan aprons to blend with any decorative scheme. Its rails are beautiful, laminated walnut with a burn-resistant finish. The Sport King's massive base frame rests firmly on rugged, but gracefully tapered legs ... giving the table the rigidity and stability necessary for a perfect playing surface. Many of the quality features of Brunswick's more expensive tables are incorporated in the Sport King--famous Monarch cushions for lively dependable cushion action--perfectly matched "registered" slates, for an absolutely true playing surface--top quality cloth for accurate, long-lasting wear--plus all the skill and knowledge of championship table construction developed in Brunswick's 105 years of billiard experience. The Sport King is designed to please every player. It will respond to the delicate touch of a champion or to hard fast pocket play.The Sport King is built to last--it will take years of punishing play yet retain its smart appearance that attracts attention and invites play. 1970 Manufacturer suggested retail price: 8' pocket: MSRP $630.00 9' pocket: MSRP $690.00 8' gully: MSRP $750.00 9' gully: MSRP $800.00 10' Snooker: MSRP $850.00 10' Carom: MSRP $800.00 Photo: Manual: |