"Corinthian" 21T

The "Corinthian" 21T, manufactured by Witzig's Limited of England, is a rare and enigmatic pure mechanical pinball machine that has managed to evade detailed documentation throughout its history. With no specified theme or designer attributed to it, this machine presents an intriguing mystery waiting to be unraveled.

The gameplay on the "Corinthian" 21T features a unique twist with the use of a small 9-inch cue stick to launch steel balls into cups, deviating from the flippers used in later pinball machines. The game's compact size at 30 1/4 inches long and 15 3/8 inches wide also adds to its distinctiveness. The tournament model designation on the nameplate indicates that it was recognized by the Corinthian Bagatelle Association.

The "Guaranteed Finland Base" notation on the nameplate implies a potential connection or origin in Finland, but the exact relationship between Witzig's Limited and Finnish pinball history remains unclear. The nameplate also references U.K. Patent No. 358713 from 1930, suggesting the game dates from around that time or after. What is certain is that the "Corinthian" 21T represents an interesting piece of pinball's mechanical past, offering a glimpse into gameplay and design before the advent of electromechanical and electronic components.