A very unusual Allwin on ebay

[JACKSJE4]

Here is a really cool Allwin-type machine disguised as a clock. The starting bid is well above my budget, but I plan to watch it anyway. I bet this one sells for close to $1,000. Anyone here planning to bid?

http://cgi.ebay.com/1930s-BYRANS-MAG...item3a576ad82c


An attractive and unique game, this model was designed to fool authorities into thinking it was a clock...not a gambling device. Insert an English penny (will also work on U.S. 50 cent piece), crank the handle, and the clock hands start spinning. The player had a choice of letting the machine finish the rotation, or use the button at the top to try and stop the hands. This made the machine a game of skill. Landing on the proper position would cause a "payout".

[hanabi]

Oh yes I like those!!

here's a link with some more info and interesting pics too

Bryans Spinning Games, Bullion, Clock, Fruit Bowl, etc.

The penny arcade that I visit in Bridlington has the 'fruit bowl' version

[JACKSJE4]

Thanks Angie! I like the 'clock tower' game on that site!!

I guess I will need to add one of these spinning games to my growing collection some day.

[derek1960]

Thanks Ang a little trip down er thingymabob lane for me there