Game, Bobs
Object Type
Games and toys/Game/Board game
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Wooden table top game known as 'Bobs' comprising rectangular shaped compartmentalised design to fit at end of table and use with balls and billiard cue. The wood is cedar coloured and has nine numbered archways to collect balls.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 115 W: 78 D: 38mm (H: 4 1/2 W: 3 1/16 D: 1 1/2")
Media/Materials
Location
In storage
Registration No
1987.1662.15
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I have inherited a bobs set. Wondering about the rules of play.
- Anthea
Posted on 16-08-2022 22:30:04
I am 66 years old. This equipment , we have had since before I was born - the game is called " Bobs Balls" not just Bobs.
- Fred
Posted on 23-03-2022 02:39:18
My balls are not wooden. There are 6 black and 1 red. Was wondering if they were bakalite? Not sure. Thanks
- Val Denning
Posted on 11-03-2021 07:03:22
We ditched the wooden balls and used it with marbles, spruking and testing.
- Newbs
Posted on 20-11-2023 09:10:19