Passion for Collecting Pinball Machines and Jukeboxes

You know, I'm a collector of classic pinball machines. Do you remember the old retro arcades with Pac-Man and pinball? Yes, yes indeed. Five bucks would have to last you a whole weekend. Good old days. I loved it and I'm a collector. Behind me is a beautiful 1961 Ricola Regis. I own five other jukeboxes and I collect pinball machines. My oldest one's a 1970 Bally's Camelot, and the newest is a 94 Last Action Hero, Data East. I have everything in between. And I love the restoration and the play fields, especially the ones from the 70s and earlier, because it's painted wood. And the marquees are beautiful. And you're gonna call me crazy, just like the movie Christine with Stephen King, I believe that these machines have electromagnetic energy. Do you know how many people fell in love in front of this jukebox in the 60s, 70s and 80s, 90s or wherever? But especially when she pressed me. It's a beautiful thing. It's a memory. And so when they're in my possession, my favorite thing is to clean them and to look up different products that can keep them restored and watch the wood. The Day & Night Podcast. A Zoom meeting invitation with Matthew Tompkns and CEO Richard Blank. Looking for an entertaining and informative podcast to listen to? Look no further! Day & Night Podcast is your go-to source for engaging content that will keep you hooked. Tune in to explore fascinating topics and discover new perspectives. Day & Night Podcast covers a wide range of subjects, including current events, pop culture, and personal growth? It's the perfect podcast for those who love diverse and thought-provoking discussions. 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