Gsi Shiny Gloss Finish Carrom Board for Family and Friends with Coins Striker and Boric Powder, Brown (Large 32 inch 4mm)

Note: this review is after 15days of using the GSI board.Its awesome quality, its just 5 out of 5. I felf its worth more than what i paid, thanks to brand GSI.1. On time delivery2. Well parking but minor scratches on the board because of shipping and transportation3. You can charge more and provide extra smooth powder, bcz in the set what you had provided it is like talcum powder4. The same board which cost me around 2500 in the local shop5. Finally I just want to say I am the happiest customer

I bought this as a gift for my friend. He received it. He really loved the delivery and board.Initial impressions are1. Delivery : on time like the tracking said time, fast delivery2. Packing : it was well packed in two layers, cardboard and bubble wrapped.3. Quality of board : the board is 8mm thick and no bend or no issue on it, no cracks or anything4. The look and feel is really good5. The carrom coins came in 90₹ box that's the only he found for a quality product such meagre coins. According to him a good quality coins cost 200-250₹.6. They provided 2 each black and white coins.Overall happy with the product and everything.If you found review useful please click helpful. Thanks in advance

ProsFrame is very sturdy.Rounded corners are present.ConsThe product details mention it is 8mm. However it is only 5-6mm thick. A small piece of 2 mm thick plywodd is stuck near the pockets. So if you are looking from the top it will look as if it is 8mm. But it is only 5-6mm thickThe surface was very rough and actually made a grating sound while playing. I got a 1200 grit polish paper and polished the carrom surface. Post this polishing, the board was much smoother (Polishing Paper : https://amzn.to/3mnAl4o)The carrom coins that come with the board are substandard with cracks and rough surfaces which will damage the board further. I got the Siscaa Super Slam carrom coins which are way better (https://amzn.to/3DgPgnT) and a Synco striker (https://amzn.to/2YmPQBA)The powder that is provided with the board is disco powder, and not boric powder. this is not mentioned anywhere though. Disco powder might give you a very smooth experience but over time it damages the board and therefore is not recommended. I got the Unitedlys boric powder and it is perfect for carrom. (Boric powder : https://amzn.to/3BoNVuY)Finally I got a stand as well to ensure the board is positioned properly before play.(Stand : https://amzn.to/3DgP2Nz )After all of this the carrom playing experience is pretty great. But I also spent a lot of money to get to that experience. If the product gave the right accessories the experience would have been much better.Overall, it is an average board and recommended only if you are only looking for family games.If you want to practice and want to take carrom seriously get a Precise board.Precise is the gold standard for carrom boards and will be pretty expensive as well.(Precise Elegant : https://amzn.to/3ld3noa)

SIdes of the board have got chipped. striker is bouncing off the edges on rebound shots.Middle of the board has formed some rough patches slightly like a mound. striker flies out from that portion of the board. need to discard the board now. unable to play.

Update : Today I can say with more confidence and a big smile that this product is worth the cost. I am still using it without any troubles , obviously a little old but no problems as such and proving to be very useful specially in these times of Covid.Previous (2018)The size is accurate as mentioned. The board quality is superb, quick delivery.I have been using it for a pretty long time now and has not given any trouble.Even after accidental water spill the board survived and is still well and usable as before.Worth the cost .

A Good quality carrom board with excellent finishing and smooth surface. Worth every penny I spent.I have ordered carrom boards online many a times but mostly I received below quality or damaged products, which was done mostly during transportation and due to bad packaging. This carrom board from GSI has one of the most sturdy packaging I have ever come across, which makes the product reach to you in the best shape and quality without any damage.

Good - sturdy. Feels strong. Glossy finish is nice.Bad - Board Finishing is good but upper and lower frame finishing is bad and looks really cheap. Not worth 1750. Disappointed with quality and finishing. Couldn’t return due to other reasons.

Poor quality product. Multiple scratches on the inner side of border so rebound doesn't work. Finishing is poor. There are large gaps (3-4mm)at joints.Worst of all, plastic coins and striker are provided instead of wooden ones. Striker is so rough that it is damging the carrom surface. Even cheap brands provide better quality coins.Returned immediately. Found better quality product at cheaper price at local store.