High Boy

The High Boy, produced by the Sullivan-Nolan Advertising Company during WWII conversions from 1942 to 1943, is a rare electro-mechanical pinball machine and a wartime conversion of Genco's 1940 game 'Metro.' During World War II, wartime metal restrictions forced many manufacturers to convert existing games into new releases using non-metal materials, resulting in a distinct subset of wartime pinball machines like the High Boy.

The gameplay features and design of the High Boy are what make it notable among wartime pinballs. Although specific details about its playfield layout or key gameplay mechanics are not readily available, its electro-mechanical construction would have utilized electric contacts and relays to control bumpers and other interactive elements typical of pre-flipper EM machines. The simplicity and lack of elaborate artwork on the machine's cabinet are reflective of the era's production priorities, with functionality taking precedence over aesthetics.

As a limited wartime conversion, High Boy exists in only small numbers, adding to its rarity and appeal for collectors focused on this unusual chapter of pinball history. The scarcity of information about this machine's design, art, or theme only adds to its mystique, making it an intriguing find for those fascinated by the early days of pinball.