I’ve purchased 100 + vintage pachinko machines and have been restoring them for the past 6 years. I’ve got a pretty good idea of what they are actually worth!
Watched this and a couple of other videos on pachinko machines from Dan. I contacted him and had a great conversation and consultation on the machine I just picked up. VERY helpful and many thanks!!
Dan, thanks for the info. I just pick up a fully functional and dirty machine much like the one in your video for $20. But my father has a single shot with all metal tracks and hardware. Handed down to him by my grandparents who lived in Japan for a while. How much would you say those ones are worth?
@@jeffro8948 Jeff. As with any pachinko machine that isn’t a special one, they are worth whatever someone will pay you for it. The machines from the 60’s are worth a bit more as they aren’t as plentiful. And you may find a collector that is willing to pay more simply because it is older. It really comes down to what condition the machine is in. The better the condition, the more it’s worth.
Dan - YES all you say is the TOTAL truth.. 😉😉😉 But you forgot to make a note about the machines before 1970 for if you wanted one, you had to go to japan to get them. 1940s, 1950's and early 1960's in a descent condition is more difficult to locate than the 1970's machines. And also don't forget that some manufacturer names are less to much less common like : HEIWA Like my 1969 HEIWA machine that was purchased in 1972 in Osaka Japan by my old naber when she was 23.
Hi Dan... thanks for this restoration video! I brought a machine home with me from a Pachinko parlor in Sasebo in 1968, when I was stationed on a carrier, during Vietnam. Now, I intend to clean it up to make it playable, once again! I'm hoping you can give me a little more information about it? On the front it says "Komura Industry Co. Ltd." and "Ginza". There is also a sticker in the upper left corner that says "1964 SunCell". The game came with a good supply of Orion balls, engraved with stars and hearts. Anything you can tell me about this machine is appreciated! Thanks, Tom
Dan thanks so much for all the insight! Your videos play as background ambiance as I restore my machine now. Check out part 1! ruclips.net/video/L-h3SW6niP4/видео.html
Once you are at my site, there is a link at the top of the page. “What is my pachinko machine worth?” If you are using a phone to view the site, look for the three little lines that when you tap on them give you a menu that will have that link as a choice.
Are these "antique" pachinko machines still massed produced? I went to Japan several years ago and I did not see one in any of the parlors I went into. They all had the newer video screen anime ones. I was a little disappointed really. Regardless here in the States I am seeing them generally between $50 to $100 for local pick up. Most do not know the condition themselves or so they claim. Most are missing balls and or the key and of course been in a barn unprotected or some other such place. They may not be rare in the grand scheme of things, but I do not know anyone personally, minus one uncle that had a functioning one decades ago, to ever own one or really even know what one is.
My friend found a few of them in an abandoned wearhouse...everything in there is from the 70's and 80's It's still brand new in the original box untouched . I don't even know what it looks like
Elizabeth, I would love to know more about these machines! Please go to my website and leave your contact information on the “Contact me” page. You can send pictures directly to me at: Magicdan@aol.com Thanks. Looking forward to seeing them.
Your video was very interesting and I learned a lot about it about the Pachinko that I just picked up
Watched this and a couple of other videos on pachinko machines from Dan. I contacted him and had a great conversation and consultation on the machine I just picked up. VERY helpful and many thanks!!
My pleasure.
Yep, you are correct. I have a Heiwa single shot from the 60’s.
And I saw the machine on ebay..... not long ago.
You cannot keep them all that you restore. 😁😁😁
You are a badass. I wish I could be your apprentice!!! I'm a westcoast girl. Let me know if that is at all possible!!♡♡♡
Be well :)
Dan, thanks for the info. I just pick up a fully functional and dirty machine much like the one in your video for $20. But my father has a single shot with all metal tracks and hardware. Handed down to him by my grandparents who lived in Japan for a while. How much would you say those ones are worth?
@@jeffro8948 Jeff. As with any pachinko machine that isn’t a special one, they are worth whatever someone will pay you for it. The machines from the 60’s are worth a bit more as they aren’t as plentiful. And you may find a collector that is willing to pay more simply because it is older. It really comes down to what condition the machine is in. The better the condition, the more it’s worth.
Dan - YES all you say is the TOTAL truth.. 😉😉😉
But you forgot to make a note about the machines before 1970 for if you wanted one, you had to go to japan to get them. 1940s, 1950's and early 1960's in a descent condition is more difficult to locate than the 1970's machines. And also don't forget that some manufacturer names are less to much less common like : HEIWA
Like my 1969 HEIWA machine that was purchased in 1972 in Osaka Japan by my old naber when she was 23.
Good to know but I love mine no matter the value lol👍
Hi Dan... thanks for this restoration video! I brought a machine home with me from a Pachinko parlor in Sasebo in 1968, when I was stationed on a carrier, during Vietnam. Now, I intend to clean it up to make it playable, once again! I'm hoping you can give me a little more information about it? On the front it says "Komura Industry Co. Ltd." and "Ginza". There is also a sticker in the upper left corner that says "1964 SunCell". The game came with a good supply of Orion balls, engraved with stars and hearts. Anything you can tell me about this machine is appreciated! Thanks, Tom
Tom,
Please go to the website and leave me your contact info. I’ll give you a call.
I have the same playfeld as on this video it look like the thunder bird I think
4 tulip 6 holds
never seen one like mine
How much would one of your reconditioned machines sell for without shipping?
Right now a fully restored machine is selling for $700. (11/2020)
Dan thanks so much for all the insight! Your videos play as background ambiance as I restore my machine now. Check out part 1! ruclips.net/video/L-h3SW6niP4/видео.html
Nicely done!
I remember having one of these in my house it lights up and has a bell and the sound of the ball bearings falling in the plastic bin.
Perfect description of a pachinko machine!
Hello. I just got one from the the 80s it’s a heaven bridge model. How much you think they are. It’s in perfect condition
If it’s from the 80’s, it’s not considered a vintage machine and out of my area of expertise. Sorry.
What year is that machine you have in the video? Mine is exactly set up same?
Please go to my website and look at the FAQ page. There is a good example of how properly date your machine.
I only have one on display in my house. All the others are temporary!
I have one I want restored. My friend brought one back from Japan sometime in 1971 while in the Air Force . How can I reach you?
Go to my website and use the contact page to leave your info.
www.magicpachinkorestorations.com
How do you find out what year the machine is
Go to my website and follow the link.
www.magicpachinkorestorations.com
@@MagicPachinko I could not find my answer on your website
Once you are at my site, there is a link at the top of the page. “What is my pachinko machine worth?”
If you are using a phone to view the site, look for the three little lines that when you tap on them give you a menu that will have that link as a choice.
Sorry, I sent you to the wrong area! But the instructions are the same. It’s in the FAQ area.
Do you buy
Are these "antique" pachinko machines still massed produced? I went to Japan several years ago and I did not see one in any of the parlors I went into. They all had the newer video screen anime ones. I was a little disappointed really.
Regardless here in the States I am seeing them generally between $50 to $100 for local pick up. Most do not know the condition themselves or so they claim. Most are missing balls and or the key and of course been in a barn unprotected or some other such place.
They may not be rare in the grand scheme of things, but I do not know anyone personally, minus one uncle that had a functioning one decades ago, to ever own one or really even know what one is.
There are still plenty of vintage machines out there. You are right, most people don’t know about them.
I do buy, but unless it’s a special machine, it’s not worth buying and paying for shipping. Send me a pic of the front and back.
I have one that's never been used or opened
Not sure what you mean by “ never opened”. Could you elaborate a bit, please?
My friend found a few of them in an abandoned wearhouse...everything in there is from the 70's and 80's It's still brand new in the original box untouched . I don't even know what it looks like
If I was able to post a pic on here I would
On the side of the box it has a diamond with SI in the middle of it. Then says NewYork
Made in Japan
C/no. 1073
Elizabeth,
I would love to know more about these machines! Please go to my website and leave your contact information on the “Contact me” page.
You can send pictures directly to me at: Magicdan@aol.com
Thanks. Looking forward to seeing them.
Lol shipping prices and bad conditions 30-50$$ plus shipping
Rare hand full are big money lol what is big m mloney 😂🤣 twice tens times