Antique slot machine makers
Use castings, mechanism architecture, plates, reel units, cabinet construction and documented model references.
Mills Novelty Company
A Chicago maker of coin-operated mechanical devices represented in Smithsonian collections and historical U.S. patents.
Maker guideO.D. Jennings
A historic American slot-machine maker known for mechanical reel machines and distinctive castings.
Maker guideWatling
A historic maker associated with coin-operated scales, slot machines and mechanical amusement devices.
Maker guidePace
A historic maker of mechanical reel machines and other coin-operated devices.
Maker guideCaille Brothers
An early coin-machine maker associated with ornate mechanical devices and strong collector interest.
Maker guideGroetchen
A historic maker associated with compact and countertop coin-operated machines.
Maker guideBally
A historic gaming name whose early mechanical machines differ sharply from later electromechanical and video equipment.
Maker guideUnknown and Private-Label Machines
An evidence-first guide for machines without a clear manufacturer mark.