Important part of the game is the pool table's pocket sizes. They determine the ball's ability to bounce accurately from the pocket. They vary depending on the style of your table. They can range from 4.5 to 6.25 inches wide to as big as five inches. American pool table pockets should have openings of between 4.5 inches and 4.625 inches. While the pockets in the corner and centre pockets should be approximately five to five and half inches, the pockets in the middle and corners should be at least five to six inches. The vertical angle of the pocket should be between 12 and 14 degrees. English pool tables have pockets that are rounded. This gives the ball a greater bounce and makes it more difficult to hit.
American pool tables are more expensive than European ones
The size of the pockets on an American pool table is generally larger than on an English one. Pockets on a standard American pool table are usually between three and four inches deep. This makes it easier for larger balls to be thrown. American versions have straight-cut pockets at the middle and not in the corners.
There is also a difference in the shape of American and English pools tables. The pockets on an American pool table are rectangular, whereas those on an English table are oblong. These shapes are determined according to the ball's distance from the pocket. For the corner pockets, the angle is approximately two thirds of the ball's width, while the centre pockets are half an inch narrower.
A pool table in America is faster than one in England because the balls are bigger. Because English pool balls are smaller and more easily lost in the pockets, this is important. English balls react differently due to the high contact point with the pocket pad. American-style tables are designed with wider pockets, which makes them ideal for competitive 8 and 9-ball games.
Modern pool tables feature the same size pockets
The table's size will impact the size of your pockets. For example, a 4' table will have a smaller opening than an 8' table. American pool tables have slightly different pockets than their European and British counterparts. The standard American pocket is 142 degrees long, while the English table features a more round shoulder and narrower entrance.
You should choose a pool table that is the same size as your current one. While the average table size is seven feet long, there are also many variations of these tables. Although coin-op and bar tables may be smaller than this, they are rare. A standard pool table has a drop pocket and a return. The dimensions of the pockets will vary depending on where you live and what era it is.
The materials used to make a pool table can also have a huge effect on the game. American tables feature thicker sectional slats. These are often made from two or three pieces of slate that have been sealed with special wax. English pool tables have one piece of slate, and are 21mm thick.