System

The System pinball machine is a rare example from the early days of electromechanical (EM) pinball. Produced by Chicago Coin Machine Manufacturing Company in 1936, it offers a glimpse into the evolution of the game during this formative period, when only 308 units were produced.

In terms of gameplay, the System offers five balls per play, a common format for machines of this era, and is a non-payout pin table. The machine's rules and objectives are otherwise sparsely documented, and little further detail about its original game design and goals survives.

The System pinball features a plain, unadorned cabinet with no discernible theme or artwork -- a characteristic common to many early EM machines. The rarity of surviving examples makes the System a notable addition to any serious pinball collection, offering a tangible connection to the formative years of the game.