Difference between handcrafted and factory-produced Shuffleboard Tables
The McClure Difference
This short video explains the three primary ways a shuffleboard table can be built — and how those differences affect materials, construction quality, and long-term value.
- Domestic factory production
- Overseas factory production
- Direct-to-consumer craft workshop production
Understanding the Direct Craft Business Model
Factory Production Models
Factory-produced tables typically move through distribution channels that include wholesalers, retailers, or online marketplaces. Each step in the process requires margin, which can influence material selection, production efficiency, and overall construction priorities.
That doesn’t necessarily mean lower quality — but it does mean the business model is structured differently than a small craft workshop that sells directly to the customer.
Factory Production Models
Factory-produced tables typically move through distribution channels that include wholesalers, retailers, or online marketplaces. Each step in the process requires margin, which can influence material selection, production efficiency, and overall construction priorities.
That doesn’t necessarily mean lower quality — but it does reflect a different business model than a direct craft workshop.
At McClure Tables, we operate as a direct craft workshop. Every table is built in-house, and our focus remains on materials, construction integrity, and long-term performance.
