Smarty

Smarty, designed by Norm Clark and manufactured by Williams Electronics in 1968, is an electro-mechanical pinball machine with a lighthearted school theme, tapping into nostalgic, education-focused imagery from artist Christian Marche. With 2,201 confirmed units produced (351 for USA/Canada, 1,850 for export), it was a commercially significant release for Williams.

Smarty offers a flexible play format: it can be set for Add-a-Ball play or Regular play with a fixed 5-ball or 7-ball game. Its layout includes two flippers, three pop bumpers, two slingshots, seven standup targets, six rollover buttons, and a horseshoe lane, providing ample opportunities for players to rack up points toward the maximum displayed score of 9,999. The sound package - a single bell, a wooden box chime, and a knocker - rounds out the sensory experience. A replay-only variant of this game was released the same year as Williams' 'Ding Dong.'

The game's school-themed artwork adds a whimsical touch to competitive gameplay. With its compact single-player footprint and classic design elements, Smarty remains an accessible piece of late-1960s Williams history for collectors.