De-Icer

The De-Icer is a rare and enigmatic electro-mechanical pinball machine from 1942, manufactured by the Sullivan-Nolan Advertising Company during World War II, and a conversion of Success Game's 1941 'Red White Blue'. As one of the earliest known examples of pinball's evolution in this period, the De-Icer holds significant importance in the history of the game. Its production was likely limited due to wartime manufacturing constraints and the subsequent focus on producing military equipment.

The gameplay features of the De-Icer are relatively unknown, making it an intriguing mystery for collectors and enthusiasts. Its electro-mechanical design would have featured mechanical bumpers, relays, and other early pinball staples typical of the pre-flipper era (flippers were not introduced to pinball until 1947). The machine's unique characteristics and play mechanics are a subject of ongoing research and investigation among pinball historians.

The art and design of the De-Icer also offer an interesting glimpse into the aesthetic of early 1940s pinball machines. Its appearance is likely to be a stark contrast to the more colorful, themed games that followed in later years. Unfortunately, no detailed information about the machine's artwork or theme has been found, leaving its visual design and overall aesthetic open to speculation and interpretation by enthusiasts and collectors.