{"product_id":"hathaway-billiard-ball-set-regulation-size","title":"Hathaway Billiard Ball Set - Regulation Size","description":"\u003c!-- GAME ROOM EMPIRE — Product Description — Billiard Ball Set Regulation Size (BG2545) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eHathaway Billiard Ball Set — Regulation Size \u003cem\u003e16 polyresin balls, 2.25-in diameter, calibrated for roundness.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a full 16-ball regulation billiard set — 7 striped, 7 solid-colored, one 8-ball, and one white cue ball — in 2.25-in diameter polyresin. Each ball is calibrated for roundness and precision-engineered for even weight distribution across the full circumference, producing consistent roll regardless of cue contact point. The polyresin surface is polished to a high shine and resistant to chipping under repeated cue-ball impact. Ships small parcel at 14 lb. No warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable as a replacement set for any standard-size pool table, or as an upgrade from the economy ball sets included with entry-level pool tables. Rated for ages 4 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003ePolyresin, 2.25-in regulation diameter, calibrated roundness, polished finish.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e01\u003c\/span\u003e2.25-in Regulation Diameter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e2.25 in is the standard diameter for all residential and commercial billiard tables with a 7-ft or larger playing surface. Using off-spec diameter balls changes the pocket clearance and cushion rebound geometry — the standard 2.25-in diameter is calibrated to the pocket openings on regulation tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e02\u003c\/span\u003ePrecision-Engineered Roundness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEach ball is precision-engineered to roll evenly regardless of where the cue strikes it. Ball roundness is measured in deviation from a perfect sphere — off-round balls develop an inconsistent roll path that becomes more noticeable as players develop their shot accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e03\u003c\/span\u003ePremium Blended Polyresin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBlended polyresin is the standard material for residential billiard balls above the entry-level tier. It provides sufficient hardness to resist chipping at cue-ball contact speeds and holds polish longer than standard resin under repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e04\u003c\/span\u003eHigh-Gloss Polished Surface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003ePolished to a high shine. The gloss surface reduces felt drag compared to matte-surface balls, providing more consistent ball speed across the table surface and more predictable cushion rebound behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e05\u003c\/span\u003eTraditional Color Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eTraditional colors: 7 solid balls (1–7), 7 striped balls (9–15), one 8-ball, and one white cue ball. The standard color assignments are the same across all regulation billiard play formats — no learning curve for players familiar with the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e06\u003c\/span\u003e16-Ball Complete Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAll 16 balls are included. This is a full replacement set — suitable for tables where the original ball set has been partially lost, chipped, or worn past the point of consistent roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eBuyer's Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eWhen to replace billiard balls \u003cem\u003eand what to look for in a replacement set.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eBilliard balls degrade in two ways: surface chipping from repeated high-speed cue-ball impacts, and roundness loss from the micro-abrasion of felt contact over thousands of shots. Surface chips are visible — any ball with a chip larger than 1 mm should be replaced because the chip creates a consistent deflection point that disrupts roll. Roundness loss is invisible but detectable: a ball that wobbles slightly during a straight slow roll has developed roundness deviation and should be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe balls included with entry-level pool tables are typically economy-grade resin — harder and less polished than the Hathaway regulation set. Players who develop their game on a table and begin to notice inconsistent roll on straight shots are often experiencing ball quality effects rather than stroke problems. Upgrading to a 2.25-in precision-calibrated set is a lower-cost diagnostic step before attributing inconsistency to table felt wear or cushion degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section gre-desc__section--alt\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eComplete specifications.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eHathaway\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eBG2545\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e672875903269\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eChina\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eNo warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAge Recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e4 and up\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eBall Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e2.25 in (regulation)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eBlended Polyresin — polished high-gloss\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eSet Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e16 balls: 7 solid, 7 striped, 1 eight-ball, 1 cue ball\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eSmall Parcel — 1 box, 14 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCarton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e10.25 in L x 10.1 in W x 5.51 in H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eFrequently asked questions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat size are these balls?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003e2.25 in — regulation diameter for all standard 7-ft, 8-ft, and 9-ft pool tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eHow many balls are in the set?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003e16 balls: 7 solid-colored (1–7), 7 striped (9–15), one 8-ball, and one white cue ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat material are these made from?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eBlended polyresin, polished to a high-gloss finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eAre these compatible with ball return tables?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eYes — standard 2.25-in balls are compatible with all ball return systems designed for regulation-diameter balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eIs a warranty included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eNo warranty is included with this item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eDoes this ship by freight or parcel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eSmall parcel — 14 lb. No freight appointment required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- end .gre-desc --\u003e","brand":"Hathaway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856282616094,"sku":"BG2545","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/9625\/6030\/files\/ngogrbbbsytmgktu7vlg.jpg?v=1778883998","url":"https:\/\/gameroomempire.com\/products\/hathaway-billiard-ball-set-regulation-size","provider":"Game Room Empire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}