Majestic

The Majestic, manufactured by Field Manufacturing Corporation in 1932, is an early example of a pure mechanical pinball machine, from the period before electro-mechanical (EM) machines came to dominate the industry.

Gameplay on the Majestic is characterized by its simple design, typical of pure mechanical machines of the era: a plunger launches the ball onto a playfield of pins, obstacles, and holes, with no flippers or other player-operated ball control, since flippers would not be invented until 1947. This straightforward approach to gameplay highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of early pinball manufacturers, who relied entirely on gravity, springs, and mechanical linkages rather than electric circuits or motorized elements.

Unfortunately, little information is available about the Majestic's design, art, or theme beyond its manufacturer and year of production. Its age makes it a notable specimen for collectors and historians, serving as a tangible link to the formative years of pinball, when pioneers like Field Manufacturing Corporation were experimenting with new concepts and technologies that would shape the industry's future.