Safety Zone

Safety Zone, manufactured by Scientific Machine Corporation in December 1934, is an early electro-mechanical pinball machine from a period well before flippers were introduced to the game (flippers would not appear until 1947). Its existence is a testament to the evolving nature of pinball during its formative years, when manufacturers were experimenting with new technologies and gameplay mechanics.

Notable for its unique feature of offering 10 balls for just five cents, Safety Zone gave players an extended, affordable play session for the era. The machine's compact size, measuring 39 inches long by 19 inches wide, was typical of countertop and small-cabinet pin games of the mid-1930s.

Little is known about the design, art, or theme of Safety Zone, leaving much to the imagination of enthusiasts. However, its status as an early example of electro-mechanical, pre-flipper pinball makes it an item of interest for collectors and historians, and its rarity adds to its appeal for those dedicated to preserving the history of the game.