Looking for an oak table

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Christopher Tidy - 26 Dec 2006 01:07 GMT

Hi folks,

Merry Christmas! I know this is off-topic for the group, but I thought
I'd give it a try. I'm looking for an oak table. Something which can
serve as a desk but also as a table for electronic and mechanical
projects indoors. I know what I want, but I can't seem to find it at an
affordable price. I'm looking for a traditional old four-legged oak
table. The sturdy kind with 3" square legs which you could probably sit
a small car on. I think they're sometimes known as refectory tables.
Thinking about it, my old school used to have a lot in the dining hall
and library. I think they're more of an institutional item. The maximum
size I can accommodate is 5' by 2' 6". It needs to be of a good quality
and in good condition. I guess I'm a fussy customer, but I really want
one of these. Anyone know where I might find one? I just thought
someone here might know of good sources of surplus.

All the best,

Chris

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malbenbut - 26 Dec 2006 09:42 GMT

Hello Chris, in the past I had a typists desk it was made of oak but
had to get rid of it owing to lack of space, may be just what you need
Try office furniture supplier they may have some old stock, offices see
to want all chrome and plastic now.
MB

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malbenbu

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Tony Jeffree - 26 Dec 2006 10:32 GMT

>I just thought
>someone here might know of good sources of surplus.

Suggest that you find your local furniture/antiques auction and check
out what they have on a regular basis. The prices for that kind of
furniture tend to be pretty reasonable.

Regards,
Tony

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rjellis - 26 Dec 2006 10:35 GMT

Hi Criss
I made my own, but out of elm. Easy job to do if you have the time
However I still have some nice oak left from other projects.If you ar
near Rutland you can come and have a look
Regards
Dick And a happy new year to al

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rjelli

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Christopher Tidy - 26 Dec 2006 16:57 GMT

Thanks for the thoughts. I've been checking our local sale rooms for
several months, but haven't found anything. The only tables I can find
which fit my requirements are advertised online at very high prices. I
was just wondering if anyone here knew of any dealers or sale rooms
which get this kind of table regularly.

I guess I could build one, but I'm more of a metalworker than a
woodworker. I haven't done any woodwork for a long time.

Best wishes,

Chris

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brightside@replyto_addy_is_not.invalid - 26 Dec 2006 20:29 GMT

>Thanks for the thoughts. I've been checking our local sale rooms for
>several months, but haven't found anything. The only tables I can find
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>I guess I could build one, but I'm more of a metalworker than a
>woodworker. I haven't done any woodwork for a long time.

Have you tried 'freecycle'?

See www.freecycle.org and join. Wants can be posted. You will be
amazed at what is offered free looking for a home.

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Adrian Godwin - 28 Dec 2006 21:26 GMT

> Thanks for the thoughts. I've been checking our local sale rooms for
> several months, but haven't found anything. The only tables I can find
> which fit my requirements are advertised online at very high prices. I
> was just wondering if anyone here knew of any dealers or sale rooms
> which get this kind of table regularly.

You could try this place. They seem to have reasonable prices on the
less exotic items, and have the big advantage that you can see both
upcoming sales (with guide prices) and prices paid in earlier auctions
on their website.

http://www.willinghamauctions.com/

-adrian

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Christopher Tidy - 31 Dec 2006 08:28 GMT

> > Thanks for the thoughts. I've been checking our local sale rooms for
> > several months, but haven't found anything. The only tables I can find
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> http://www.willinghamauctions.com/

That place is a bit far away, but I'll keep an eye on their website.

I e-mailed my local FreeCycle group to see if they have any
suggestions.

Thanks for the help!

Chris

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Mark Rand - 26 Dec 2006 21:43 GMT

>Hi folks,
>
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>
>Chris

Abbess office desk?

I had one but threw away everything apart from the top. you're welcome to that
if you want to build some legs under it.

Mark Rand
RTFM

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