If you’ve ever wondered how the pool table knows the difference between the numbered balls and the cue ball? Irving Kaye tables use an over-sized cue ball upon scratching the cue ball runs along the same track as the numbered balls until they get to the cue ball separator. There is an attached ball shunt. The shunt is set to a height of just over 2.25 inches allowing the numbered balls to pass under. The over-sized (2.375 inch) cue ball cannot pass under the shunt, makes a hairpin turn and drops to a track leading to the head of the pool table.
Archives for May 2011
Replacement Irving Kaye Rails
Penguin Amusement is making replacement Pool Table Rails for Irving Kaye pool tables. The replacement pool table rails are of superior quality and can be ordered for any size Irving Kaye pool table. The rails are made from #1 clear poplar and feature premium pink K55 rubber. Each rail is fitted with “Sawtooth” style T-nuts and the smooth cushion facings are glued and stapled. These replacement rails come uncovered and are made with pride in the USA. Sets start at $150.
Replacement Irving Kaye Pocket Liners
Classic Billiards is making replacement pocket liners for Irving Kaye pool tales. These non-original pocket liners are made of leather and fit the deeper Irving Kaye pockets and are available in two styles and three colors.
IRKY/LNR
Irving Kaye large/oversize custom leather pocket liners. Available in original Green, Black and Red. These pocket liners replace the original Irving Kaye pocket liners that did not have Irving Kaye logo on top and hard a large lip. Mostly used on earlier models. Sold as a set of six for $147.
IRK/LNR
Custom leather pocket liners for later model Irving Kaye tables replacing the original liners that had the Irving Kaye logo on top. Available in Green, Black and Red. Sold as a set of six for $137.
The Orginal Irving Kaye Factory Building is for Sale
Before Irving Kaye built their state-of-the-art factory in Connecticut they were housed at 363 Prospect Place, Brooklyn New York 11238. This 30,000 sq ft property in Prospect Heights is now for sale and is zoned as either a warehouse or residential property. The asking price for this piece of American history is a mere 3.9 million. Hopefully, the developer that buys the property will honor its legacy with the Irving Kaye name.
Update Mar 2020: From 1960 to 1981, 363 Prospect Place was the home of the Irving Kaye Company, a famed maker of billiard and game tables. See what $5000 a month will get you in Brooklyn, NY: https://www.halstead.com/closed/rental/ny/brooklyn/prospect-heights/363-prospect-place/