Olhausen tables have a huge advantage: their signature Accu-Fast rubber cushions. It doesn't harden at all over time and provides an ideal ball bounce. I specifically searched for this brand and bought it on the blattbilliards website. They have many variations of Olhausen pool tables at great prices. The table came with a luxurious, heavy frame; the slate is thick, and the three slabs fit together perfectly without any gaps. It looks much better in person than in the photos. The American-made construction is evident in every detail, and the fasteners are reliable. I highly recommend it.