Games Workshop and their gaming tables

[Foxhound2delta]

Okay so a few days ago I went to the GW store in Saint Louis, MO for the first time since they open and I saw these really unique and awesome game tables they had. I asked the manager were he got them from and he said that GW has a contract with a company out of Memphis, TN but that was all he knew. Is there any here that knows what I'm talking about and who I need to talk to get a table like that?

[Mr Mystery]

Sounds like broken biscuits to me.

Here in the UK at least, all tables have to be realm of battle, and any scenery must be GW kits. Though conversions and kitbashes are around.

When you're a shop, it helps to have everything available to buy.

[Foxhound2delta]

I'm not talking about the scenery but rather the actual table. The table itself is what I'm trying to get info on. The store manager of the GW in Saint Louis said my best bet was to call GW customer service but to be honest I don't think I would get far in the direction of were I could get one

[Mr Mystery]

Vacuum formed tables haven't been issued in at least 9 years.

You sure it's not a realm of battle?

[Foxhound2delta]

Okay this is what I saw: a metal table that like it could easily constructed or disassemble. It about 4 feet off the ground and it had lower level that was used to display store products like dark vengeance. The was made just big enough so that a complete realm of battle set of six could be placed on top if it. The store in Saint Louis has only been around since march and the manager had said that GW has a contract with a company in Memphis, TN that makes them but he knew nothing else.

[StarWarsDoug]

If you can snap a picture of the table in question, I can get all the details for you. I'll be having discussion with a facilities bloke in January, who should know, or know who does.

[templarboy]

Okay this is what I saw: a metal table that like it could easily constructed or disassemble. It about 4 feet off the ground and it had lower level that was used to display store products like dark vengeance. The was made just big enough so that a complete realm of battle set of six could be placed on top if it. The store in Saint Louis has only been around since march and the manager had said that GW has a contract with a company in Memphis, TN that makes them but he knew nothing else. I saw a couple of tables just like the one you describe at the GW in Scottsdale. Neat table.

[Lunar Camel]

Yes, GW does have contracts with several companies that make the tables. And for those who cannot picture it, Foxhound2delta is talking about the furniture and not the play field. The GW stores on the west coast are 4' X 8' with a bottom shelf and a recessed top which fits the realm of battle perfectly. It also comes with two metal trays that hook onto the edge of the table so you can put your casualties, dice, etc in them.

Since different regions have different suppliers, it may be hard to get a direct answer from GW. I would talk to someone from your local Battle Bunker rather than the GW phone monkeys. Each region operates seperate from everyone else so the answers will be different.

When I worked for GW, I remember getting the new tables in and even our manager didn't know where they came from.

Good luck and let the rest of us know how it turns out.

[Absolon]

Two versions of the tables are currently in US stores. The metal ones, which is what you saw and the older wooden ones. The wooden ones have the advantage that sides can be taken off and tables put together for Apoc games. I got a number of the table tops when the Baltimore Battle Bunker closed but couldn't get them to part with the tables

[Foxhound2delta]

Thanks for the replys. I'm glad that finally people figured out what I was talking about. My wife thinks I can just get the parts from Lowes and build it. I'll check there after Christmas but if its a nogo then I'll start hitting up the Memphis to track down some answers. I'll post what I find if anyone is interested.

[Mr Mystery]

Oh I'm with you!!

Literally the table, not the board! Apologies for my misunderstanding!

GWUK also uses standardised tables. Each one 2'x4', box metal frame with a laminated surface I presume from the weight is either MDF or Chipboard! No idea where they source them from. Head Office sort all that out! Or at least they did in my day!

[Lord of the Dead]

it would probably be cheaper and better if you built our own. you'll get the size you want along with your modifications that makes it work for you.
also look at model train magazines, you'll find fold up designs and tables that are mounted on ceilings that will ratchet down for easy storage

[Mr Mystery]

My first table comprised two interior doors painted green (got a good approximation of Gobbo green down B&Q) on top of an old desktop, mounted on two saw horses.

Best bit was, each side had a roughly 6" non gaming area running the length of the board. In the days of 2nd Edition, it was useful for putting you data faxes and Wargear cards on, without putting them on the actual board.

[Foxhound2delta]

Okay so I got with Games Workshop yesterday. The gentleman that works with acquiring the tables was on holiday vacation but I was told that tables go for like between $500 and $1000. So I'm going to hit up my local Lowe's here and see what's they have to construct a similar metal table. To Lord of the Dead I already made a table this time last year. It's a 4x8 wooden table that I sanded and stained. It's really nice but I'm in the army and moving in May so I'm afraid that it will break despite it being made to take apart. I'll get you you guys an update after I hit up Lowes though.