GH69501: I just ordered 8 long handles and the green vinyl playing field "gerflex" for the restoration of my Rene Pierre 1970's coin-op. They even sent me new Rene Pierre decals for the table (per my request). All total was $115.00 USD. $38 (euro) for the field $48 (euro) for the handles then the Euro to US Dollar conversion rate. Shipping was free for now. But, it took a good 30 days for it to arrive from France. But, I did get it.
Also, I suggest contacting someone who reads french as the shopping cart at Rene Pierre does not convert to english. I found it impossible sign up for an account on my own. So, I contacted my local France/French chamber of commerce office. They were a big help in getting my Rene Pierre account setup. After the account was setup I had no problem ordering and paying for it.
Now, I am just one individual. And, they may have just been doing me a favor in shipping to the USA. But, they DID ship to me. I can't say they'll do it for everyone. But, all they can do is say NO. SO, I'd say it's worth the try. As, They did ship to me.
As for the handles being left handed or right handed threaded. It's my understanding ALL Rene Pierre tables are left handed threaded. I could be wrong though. All I can suggest is to use the opposite way of unscrewing you are used to. So, try to unloosen the handle by turning it right and putting it back on by turning it left. But, I warn you and say "try this at your own risk" as I am not responsible if you break a handle.
And lastly if you go to ebay.fr and type in Rene Pierre you'll find the long handle for like 7.50 (Euro) plus shipping. I think I payed 12 or 13 bucks to have one handle shipped to me. I wanted to be sure I had a 14mm and not a 15mm. So, now I have 9 long handles that fit my table. But, it was worth it.
Oh, and the handles feel natural in my hands. After getting used to them I play just as good as I ever could.
hope this helps,
Chris
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