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Hi Larry, I came upon a 10 cent coin operated bowling machine made by United Manufacturing Co. of Chicago 3401 N. California Ave. It is called Hi-Score Bowling Alley - 6 player. I was unable to find out much about it and would like to know a little more. I saw info on 25 cent games but no 10 cents. I just wanted to know if it was worth restoring. Thank you ! James
Hi james, Usually the Ball bowlers, as you have, are worth restoring. Of course, finding someone with the expertise to do it can be difficult. Assuming you game can be restored to perfect condition it would be worth around $2500. Ball bowlers as is typically bring $500-1000. Good luck! Larry
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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!
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