I removed my table and pole,I was able to remove pole by just loosening the bottom support.I refinished the tabletop and cut off the outer corners on a 45 degree angle,6x6 app triangle pieces,then finished cut edges with teak trim.This was a great improvement as it allows much easier entry and exit from dinette,especially for us larger folks.
I also painted the black pole a white color,looks much better.
Finn on Sea Quell,hull#385,the last one made.