Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Wargames Table Restoration and Refinishing

Wargame Table for SAGA and Warhammer
 Found a fantastic old worn out table that had been used for a work bench and was heading for the scrap yard. I suddenly had grand visions of a gaming table with drawers large enough to hold the armies needed to go on it. So I set upon it with a vengeance! Here is the result, now the process...

Wargame Table Refinishing for SAGA and Warhammer
At 3' x 5' it is a perfect size for wargames of all varieties. So off came the legs. There was a ton of wear on the whole surface. Sorry no photos of the whole thing before we started.

Wargame Table Refinishing for SAGA and Warhammer
The drawer facings had also been abused.

Wargame Table Refinishing for SAGA and Warhammer
Inside wasn't much better. The legs are on the right already being sanded down.

Wargame Table Refinishing for SAGA and Warhammer
Here's a drawer facing sanded and the other one in the mix.

Wargame Table Refinishing for SAGA and Warhammer
Wanting to make it a little distinct, it was decided to go with a cherry finish on the legs and frame then accent the top and drawers with a red mahogany.

Wargame Table for SAGA and Warhammer
We carefully removed and then replaced the tag from one of the legs. Originally thought it was brass or bronze but discovered it to be a leather tag. Need to research the origin.

Wargame Table for SAGA and Warhammer
And yes, the foam trays with wargame armies fits perfectly with plenty of extra room for books and dice. Theses SAGA Viking Hirdmen and Warhammer Dogs of War figures will have a nice new home!

Wargame Table for SAGA and Warhammer
A coat of satin polyurethane was added to the top and drawers where the action will occur. We'll have to post the inaugural game once time permits. Now to build a room to go with the table.

Have a Great Battle
The Old Crow

2 comments:

  1. Nice. Allis Chalmbers were one-time employers of Nicola Tasla.

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    1. Thanks Edwin, Maybe Tesla used this table! Oh the wonderful possibilities!!

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