Don't have much experience except to say that 2 years is a long time to go without discussing a raise. Hell, I got a dollar raise at the 3 month mark at my job.
I would guess that the table would probably piss him off more than help you, as well as the whole "well if you won't pay up than see ya" bit. You need to give him a reason to give you a raise. Are you doing anything additional as to when you started? Any more responsibilities? Are you "the person" when it comes to one (or many) things at your place of employment? Those coupled with the "cost of living" should be your best bet IMHO.
If you get shot down, then maybe find another job, and THEN give him the "give me a raise or I'm gone" spiel. At least you'll be ready if he says "see you around".
Good luck.
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