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My dad has a Gottlieb Grip tester that he believes is pre-1900. Could you please provide any information as to its value? Also, he is interested in selling this and if you could help me find a buyer, I would greatly appreciate any assistance you might be able to provide. Thank you so much and have a great day! June
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Hi June, Dave Gottlieb made the grip tester in 1927, and ran a route of the machines in Texas, until the next year when he relocated to the capitol of coin op manufacturers, Chicago. There he continued to make the grip testers, becoming the largest maker of pinball machines in the US. The paint on the top has been stripped off, so that hurts. As a collectible, it has a value as is of around $200. I'd try for a local sale in the paper or craigslist. Larry
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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.
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