Post #296017 by Tiki Chris on Sat, Mar 31, 2007 10:30 PM

On 2007-03-31 21:57, tikipedia wrote:
Does anybody own a Noguchi Tribeca table, like this one?

I am looking at buying one, but an authorized version costs around $1,200.00. However, some vendors are selling copies online for around $500.00.

The authorized ones are very well well constructed (a typical Herman Miller product). However, I've noticed that the repros vary considerablly, such as glass thickness varying from 1/2 to 3/4 inches. It is also impossible to determine the quality of the wood base.

I would appreciate any feedback you might have on the repros of this really cool table.

From what you describe, it sounds like you should go with the original. Herman Miller is a quality product and you know what you're getting.

If spending a lot of money on a coffee table was a real issue for you, we wouldn't be having this discussion (there are plenty of cool, cheap coffee tables available). If you are able spend $500 for a coffee table, odds are you can afford to spend $1200. If that is the case and you get the original, you won't miss that extra $700 spent in a couple of years from now. However, you might regret not going with the real deal and settling for a fake - just to save money.