Yo-Ho (Senior)

The Yo-Ho (Senior) is an intriguing pinball machine from the early days of the game. Manufactured by Yoho & Hooker in 1932, it's a Pure Mechanical (PM) pinball machine that predates the modern electromechanical era.

The gameplay on Yo-Ho (Senior) centers on its notable feature: 10 aluminum balls that could be played with just a 5-cent deposit. Players would aim to keep the balls in play, navigating obstacles and challenges without any electronic assists, as was typical of pure mechanical machines of the era. A sample of the game reportedly sold for $75.00 and came furnished with a solid genuine black walnut stand.

Unfortunately, no specific theme or designer is attributed to this machine, leaving room for interpretation and speculation among enthusiasts. Nonetheless, Yo-Ho (Senior) remains an interesting relic from the dawn of pinball's early years, a testament to the craftsmanship of Yoho & Hooker's team in Youngstown, Ohio. See also the company's companion release, 'Yo-Ho (Junior),' also from 1932.