Wagon Wheels

Wagon Wheels, produced by United Manufacturing Company in February 1945, is an electro-mechanical (EM), flipperless pinball machine that offers a glimpse into the early days of the sport. It was a conversion of Exhibit's 1940 game "Duplex," repackaged with an American History/American West theme.

Notable features on this machine include 14 passive bumpers and a single kick-out hole. The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and reliance on electromechanical mechanisms, typical of EM machines from this period and of flipperless play in general, where players rely on skillful nudging and shot placement rather than flippers to direct the ball toward scoring features.

The design and art of Wagon Wheels reflect the theme of the American West, but with limited details available, it's difficult to discern specific artistic or thematic elements that might be considered unique. Unfortunately, there is no information on the designer responsible for creating this piece of pinball history.