Tackle

The Tackle pinball machine, manufactured by Stoner Manufacturing Company in 1936, is an example of early electro-mechanical pinball with a football theme, reflecting the growing popularity of sports-themed games during this period.

One of the most notable features of Tackle is its affordable price point, allowing players to enjoy a 10-ball game for just five cents. This accessibility helped fuel the growth of pinball as a recreational activity among working-class Americans during the Great Depression era. As a flipperless machine, Tackle relies on skillful plunging and careful use of the tilt mechanism to guide the ball, rather than player-controlled flippers, which is characteristic of pinball design before the flipper's introduction in the late 1940s.

The Tackle's football theme is rendered in stylized artwork typical of the 1930s. While specific details about its designer or production numbers remain unknown, this machine stands as an interesting relic from a bygone era of pinball history, and its early release date makes it a rare find among collectors and enthusiasts seeking to appreciate the development of the game over time.