Cracker Jack

Cracker Jack is an electro-mechanical pinball machine manufactured by Chicago Coin Machine Manufacturing Company, released November 20, 1936 (model 26). With only 338 confirmed units produced, it is a scarce survivor from pinball's early mechanical era.

Gameplay centers on six kickers, two ramps, and a captive ball feature that adds an element of unpredictability, as the ball can be temporarily contained and released during play. These mechanisms were relatively sophisticated for a mid-1930s title.

Little is documented about Cracker Jack's designer or artwork. Its limited production and mechanical features make it a notable piece for collectors interested in the earliest years of electromechanical pinball development.