Stars Jeep

The Exhibit Supply Company's 1942 Stars Jeep is a rare electro-mechanical pinball machine from the pre-flipper era, produced in May 1942 by the Chicago-based ESCO (active 1932-1957). Its production during the early years of World War II, when metal and material restrictions increasingly affected manufacturers, adds to its historical interest, though specific details about its wartime production run are not documented.

As with other pre-1947 pinball machines, Stars Jeep would have relied on plunger shots, bumpers, and mechanical targets rather than flippers, which had not yet been invented.

Little is known about the design, art, or theme of the Stars Jeep, which is not uncommon for machines of this period. However, its rarity and age make it an intriguing find for pinball collectors and enthusiasts interested in the pre-flipper era of the game.