First Table Build - Tools Needed? (4 Viewers)

[Kensco]

And that's exactly where you should spend the money...

Agreed. Yet I keep coming back and looking at the price on those Gorilla legs and wondering

Looking forward to the build!

 

[bsdunbar1]

For that price are they that much better than these?

https://thebuilderssupply.com/hafele-642-86-321?lt_c=1&quickcart=1

 

[justsomedude]

For that price are they that much better than these?

https://thebuilderssupply.com/hafele-642-86-321?lt_c=1&quickcart=1

There’s a few threads on them. Not sure if they’re that much better for the cost, but it does sound like they are bar-none the most stable/sturdy legs available. Same as WSOP table legs to boot.

Here’s Chanman‘s thoughts..

https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/gorilla-folding-legs.41327/

 

[CraigT78]

There’s a few threads on them. Not sure if they’re that much better for the cost, but it does sound like they are bar-none the most stable/sturdy legs available. Same as WSOP table legs to boot.

Here’s Chanman‘s thoughts..

https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/gorilla-folding-legs.41327/

I like these, low profile and they don't get in the way:
https://www.rockler.com/folding-stacking-banquet-table-legs

 

[justsomedude]

I like these, low profile and they don't get in the way:
https://www.rockler.com/folding-stacking-banquet-table-legs
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Can anyone compare these with the MetalKraft equivalent?

https://www.metalkraft.com/folding-legs/adjustable-table-legs-2-detail

I’m certainly open to knocking $100 off my build cost.

 

[BGinGA]

Can anyone compare these with the MetalKraft equivalent?

https://www.metalkraft.com/folding-legs/adjustable-table-legs-2-detail

I’m certainly open to knocking $100 off my build cost.

I'd go with the $120 Hafele legs @bsdunbar1 posted if wanting to save some coin. Much better design than the Metalkrafts.

 

[CraigT78]

I'd go with the $120 Hafele legs @bsdunbar1 posted if wanting to save some coin. Much better design than the Metalkrafts.

Yes - same as I posted but cheaper!

 

[justsomedude]

Yes - same as I posted but cheaper!

I may have to go with the Rockler setup for the reviews alone...

“Seriously.”

Makes the family happy...

 

[bsdunbar1]

Now you can have a dual purpose table and feel secure your wife won't fall!

 

[pokerplayingpisces]

I may have to go with the Rockler setup for the reviews alone...

“Seriously.”

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Makes the family happy...

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Those might be needed! You never know when we’re gonna have “guests” by the studio again!

 

[markleteenie]

Those might be needed! You never know when we’re gonna have “guests” by the studio again!

Or if a table needs to withstand some repeated lateral impact...

 

[200 Motels]

The only use I have found for the leftovers

Not sure how useful a Punch a Bunch board is but...it would be pretty neat.

 

[justsomedude]

I'd go with the $120 Hafele legs @bsdunbar1 posted if wanting to save some coin. Much better design than the Metalkrafts.

After a bunch of research, I think I’m going with the Hafele legs. They look good for the price.

And after seeing Gorilla arbitrarily hiked their price from $169 to $189 a few months ago, I just can’t support that kind of price gouging. It seems like a great product, just way overpriced.

 

[bsdunbar1]

After a bunch of research, I think I’m going with the Hafele legs. They look good for the price.

And after seeing Gorilla arbitrarily hiked their price from $169 to $189 a few months ago, I just can’t support that kind of price gouging. It seems like a great product, just way overpriced.

After a bunch of research, I think I’m going with the Hafele legs. They look good for the price.

And after seeing Gorilla arbitrarily hiked their price from $169 to $189 a few months ago, I just can’t support that kind of price gouging. It seems like a great product, just way overpriced.

You will love them.
The Hafele legs have also had a significant price increase from Amazon and Rockler up to $153.
Use that link I posted above, they are still semi-reasonable @ $119. I just got a pair from them the other day.

 

[CraigT78]

You will love them.
The Hafele legs have also had a significant price increase from Amazon and Rockler up to $153.
Use that link I posted above, they are still semi-reasonable @ $119. I just got a pair from them the other day.

I need to order two more, if @justsomedude isn't going to build my tables for me

 

[justsomedude]

All materials are in place and the shop is setup and ready for the build to begin. I'll start posting progress shots tomorrow.

The final/actual price breakdown based on my parts purchases is below for anyone who is interested...

I could've saved $30 on the rail cost by using vinyl instead of leather, and another $50-$60 by using cheaper table legs, but I just figured... fuck it.

 

[Bill]

good build thread so far and you didn’t even start building. lol

 

[Kensco]

Spreadsheets are cool, and I love decision trees that have a "fuck it" branch. Looking forward to following the build!

 

[72o]

All materials are in place and the shop is setup and ready for the build to begin. I'll start posting progress shots tomorrow.

The final/actual price breakdown based on my parts purchases is below for anyone who is interested...

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I could've saved $30 on the rail cost by using vinyl instead of leather, and another $50-$60 by using cheaper table legs, but I just figured... fuck it.

Is that for birch ply? That’s a good price...its at least $10/ sheet more over here. And just want to confirm that you aren’t going with a raised rail right?

Following along intently and eagerly awaiting the mistakes.

 

[justsomedude]

Is that for birch ply? That’s a good price...its at least $10/ sheet more over here. And just want to confirm that you aren’t going with a raised rail right?

Following along intently and eagerly awaiting the mistakes.

Nope. Pine ply.

 

[markleteenie]

Will be interested to follow along. I just finished my back up table build last night!

 

[CraigT78]

Good luck stretching the leather. I upgraded mine and wish I didn't

 

[72o]

And I’m just kidding about the mistakes man. I did a lot of research before my build too and I’ve only built the one table. I was very happy not to encounter any obstacles and I don’t think I made any mistakes.

 

[CraigT78]

And I’m just kidding about the mistakes man. I did a lot of research before my build too and I’ve only built the one table. I was very happy not to encounter any obstacles and I don’t think I made any mistakes.

They aren't mistakes. It's bespoke.

 

[markleteenie]

They aren't mistakes. It's bespoke.

+1 that's how you know it's handcrafted

 

[72o]

They aren't mistakes. It's bespoke.

Very true. If you want things perfect, call @T_Chan

 

[markleteenie]

All materials are in place and the shop is setup and ready for the build to begin. I'll start posting progress shots tomorrow.

Will be interested to follow along. I just finished my back up table build last night!

Just posted my build. Didn't take as many pictures along the way as I thought I had but I got some. Oh yeah and electric turkey carving knife and heat gun are lifesavers if you have access to them. Not necessary, but basically poker table building cheats/hacks.

https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/markleteenie-poker-related-builds.44344/page-2#post-962394

 

[justsomedude]

Just posted my build. Didn't take as many pictures along the way as I thought I had but I got some. Oh yeah and electric turkey carving knife and heat gun are lifesavers if you have access to them. Not necessary, but basically poker table building cheats/hacks.

https://www.pokerchipforum.com/threads/markleteenie-poker-related-builds.44344/page-2#post-962394

Got the carving knife. What’s the heat gun for?

 

[markleteenie]

Got the carving knife. What’s the heat gun for?

Stretching the vinyl/rail covering. It helps reduce wrinkles. Not sure about leather though...

 

[justsomedude]

Time for a circle jerk!!!

Erm... I mean circle jig...