June 20-21, 2020 Coin-Op & Advertising
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/20/2020
Very little is known about this Watling upright slot. It is marked "The Star" on the five-way coin head, has two original decals on the front that identify C.H. Miles, and the glass front to the coin head is etched C.H. Miles. From a little research, one can find a C.H. Miles who lived in and around Chicago at the turn of the century, and it is also noted that he owned several saloons or bars in several locations over his lifetime, passing away in Las Vegas sometime after 1940. Quite possibly an operators proprietary special order from Watling Manufacturing. Unlike most other musical upright slots, the original music box is located directly below the handle and not at the bottom of the slot, framed with a gorgeous original casting. This unusual upright is in all original condition. Original finish to the oak cabinet with original operators decals. Original plating to all castings, original back door and what appear to be original locks and keys. The "Judge" gaming wheel is original to the machine, without the front glue-chip glass, but given the originality of this slot, it may have never had one. This slot has a great look, and a great history to match. Fully operational, plays and pays. With keys.
This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.Condition: (Very Good).
Item Dimensions: 28" x 65" x 19".