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About David Burritt
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Expertise
My expertise is in the area of antique slot machines. Specifically pre 1940 era machines. I have an extensive price history list of slot machines that have been sold on eBay and other auction houses (e.g., Victoria Casino Auctions, Rich Penn Auctions, etc.).

Experience
1. I run a discussion forum on coin operated devices (http://www.coinopcollectorforum.com) 2. I maintain a web site which tracks price trends for antique slot machines (www.AntiqueSlotMachinePriceGuide.com) 3. I published an 8 hour video tape on how to properly restore a Mills slot machine back in the 1990s 4. I published a book (Coin Op On CD) which was distibuted on a CD. This CD had many articles and thousands of photos of antique coin operated devices. It also had many videos of rare and unusual coin operated devices. This CD has since been published on the web (http://www.ibuyoldslots.com/COCD/) 5. I have written articles on how to identify fake/reproduction slot machines.

Organizations
C.O.C.A. (Coin Op Collectors Association)

Education/Credentials
Masters degree in Computer Science from University of Southern California

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  David Burritt 
In Category  Collectibles-General (Antiques)

SubjectDate Asked

Antique Slot Machine8/25/2008
  Q: My husband just received his Dad's old slot machine. We don't see any name on it. But, we did get ...
  A: If it is a Mills machine, then the serial number tells me it is probably a Mills Gooseneck Silent ...
Mills Golden Nugget Slot Machine7/24/2008
  Q: I have a 1936 Mills hightop golden nugget slot machine with stand.I would like to know it's value.I ...
  A: There is no such thing as a 1936 Mills Golden Nugget. All of the Golden Nuggets were made after ...
5 cent Golden nugget slot machine6/11/2008
  Q: I have an original condition Golden Nugget 5 cent Slot machint. Although the pull handle shows sigh ...
  A: All the originals have Formica sides. All the fakes and revamps have oak for the side. From looking ...
5 cent Golden nugget slot machine6/11/2008
  Q: I have an original condition Golden Nugget 5 cent Slot machint. Although the pull handle shows sigh ...
  A: Ed: There are two kinds of Golden Nuggets. Mills and Jennings. The vast majority of the fakes are ...
5 cent Golden nugget slot machine6/11/2008
  Q: I have an original condition Golden Nugget 5 cent Slot machint. Although the pull handle shows sigh ...
  A: If, and I must emphasize IF, you do have an ORIGINAL Mills Golden Nugget and not a revamp or ...
10 cent slot machine6/6/2008
  Q: I purchased a 10 cent (one coin at a time) Mills slot machine. I can not find out any information ...
  A: it sounds like you have some kind of variation of a Mills Castke Front. Probably one that was ...
slot machine4/15/2008
  Q: I have a Blue Steel Watling 10 cent slot machine. The glass is showing its age but other then that ...
  A: Without a picture or knowing what model of Blue Seal (there are several) I really cannot say. I ...
Jennings slot machine4/4/2008
  Q: Your answer to Joe who asked about the value of his Golden Nugget slot machine really opened my ...
  A: Richard: The vast majority of the fake Golden Nuggets are Mills and not Jennings. I did a search ...
Mills Bell O-Matic Reel Operations4/1/2008
  Q: the three reelīs will not free spin upon play. all three reelīs will move together two symbols down. ...
  A: It sounds like the payout discs are not aligned with the reels. There are two nuts which connect ...
Mills/Jennings GOLF VENDING MACHINES2/23/2008
  Q: I have been looking 4 ever for a golf ball vending machine either mills or jennings any advise where ...
  A: There is one for sale (at auction) in Vegas next week (March 8th, 2008). Go to ...
25 cent old slot machine from Golden Nuget2/1/2008
  Q: Works fine could you tell me about what it is worth Thanks Joe ANSWER: Joe: I am sorry to tell you ...
  A: Joe: There are several tell tale signs. The easiest one is to look at the wood sides. If they are ...
25 cent old slot machine from Golden Nuget2/1/2008
  Q: Works fine could you tell me about what it is worth Thanks Joe
  A: Joe: I am sorry to tell you that 99% of the "Golden Nugget" slot machines out there are either ...
Bally slot machine1/13/2008
  Q: A friend gave us this machine many years ago and finally it's stopped working - and gathering dust ...
  A: Shirley: Those are neat machines when they are in good shape and working properly. Unfortunately, ...
1940 groetchen sparks trade stimulator?1/6/2008
  Q: I recently acquired this machine from my fiance's grandfathers house. It looks identical to the 1940 ...
  A: I am mainly a slot machine collector and don't really know anything about trade stimulators. I ...
Penny Pack Cigarette Trade Stimulator1/2/2008
  Q: I have a cigarette trade stimulator someone said made by Duval?? It is red and black and have packs ...
  A: Pricing is very subjective. I don't collect these type of machines (I mainly collect machines that ...
Jennings Slot11/6/2007
  Q: I recently acquired a Jennings nickel slot made in 30's or 40's. It operated perfectly until 2 ...
  A: It sounds like a simple jam. Unfortunately, I am in Colorado. I would suggest posting a message at ...
Mills slots10/31/2007
  Q: I am trying to get some info on two machines, a nickel castle front and a dime cherry front mills ...
  A: Your Castle Front machine was made in the early 1930's. I would need a picture of the Cherry Front ...
Mills Slot Machine9/7/2007
  Q: I have just purchased a 1939 Mills slot machine. Everything seems to work except it does not payout ...
  A: The "Owners Pictorial Guide for the Care and Understanding of the Mills Bell Slot Machine" is a ...
Mills Slot Machine9/6/2007
  Q: I have just purchased a 1939 Mills slot machine. Everything seems to work except it does not payout ...
  A: John: Did you buy it from a dealer or a collector? If so, then take it back and have them fix it. ...
Mills Slot Machine8/30/2007
  Q: I have a slot machine from the Mill Novelty Company. I'm not sure of a year or model name, but it ...
  A: Unfortunately, I need more information. All Mills slot machines that were made between 1910 and 1960 ...
Slot Machine ID8/9/2007
  Q: I bought a slot machine that I need help to ID it. I want to try to restore it, but it does not have ...
  A: Dan: I think Space Mfg. made machines for a very short time in the mid 60s. I am mainly a ...

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