AboutLarry Bieza Expertise I can answer virtually any question relating to coin operated machines. I have been a BUYER and COLLECTOR for over 25 years and have authored a number of PRICE GUIDES on the subject. My favorite coin operated items are penny arcade machines and pinball games, although I have a vast knowledge in all areas. I also have a huge quantity of coin operated paper advertising which can help date and identify most items.I can answer questions on vending machines, arcade machines, fortune tellers, slot machines, digger/crane machines, gumball machines, peanut machine, gum machine, strength testers, lung testers, pinball machines, gambling machines, bowling machines, etc. I have expertise in the machines from Mills Novelty, Caille, Watling, Keeney, Genco, Chicago Coin, Gottlieb, Bally, Williams, etc.
Experience I have written a number of Price Guides for penny arcade machines AND for pinball games and am considered one of the experts in the hobby on pricing.
Education/Credentials I come from the school of experience. Collecting Coin operated items is my life and hopefully you have some questions to test my abilities!
Question QUESTION: Hi Larry, I recently acquired an early pin ball machine, manufactured by PEO Products,I believe it was made between 1932-36. The machine is called, Pigskin- The All American Football game. I would greatly appreciate any information you might have. It is five cent machine and it can be played mechanically; however, I would like to get the electrical portion of it working and the front doorplate is missing which I would like to replace in some manner. Also, if you have no info. can you direct me to someone who be of further assistance? Thanking you in advance for your time and knowledge,C.H.
ANSWER: Hi Conrad, Here's some info on your game: http://www.ipdb.org/showpic.pl?id=1785&picno=22981 Also, as far as repair you may want to go to www.prewarpinball.com amd ask someone there for advise. Good Luck! Larry
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QUESTION: Hi again Larry, Thanks for the quick response and help it's a great start. The pinball machine I mentioned to you (Pigskin)is in super shape except for the electrical system might I inquire as to the approximate value, if you do not give this type of information I understand. Also, as I don't collect this type of thing usually, but I also have a type of trade stimulator?, I believe that's what it's called, any way it has 3 sets of spinners that have tanks, guns, etc. it has been packed away for a long time so I can't remember what else is on those wheels,it is red white and blue (old paint) any idea as to what it may be and how was it used? As I recall it dispenses a marble? Thanks again for time and help it is appreciated, Conrad H.
Answer Hi Conrad. You'd probably be looking at a price as is of around $700-900. I may have a buyer is you are a seller. Contact me thru my website. As far as the trade stimulator, I need more information and a photo or two would help as it could be one of many. Thanks. Larry www.coinoplibrary.com
