Triumph

The Triumph, manufactured by Alfred Druschky's ADEBE in 1935 in Berlin, Germany, is a rare surviving example of an early mechanical pinball machine. Notes on the surviving example indicate it is a converted game, likely assembled from parts of one or more earlier machines, which was a common practice in the pre-war era.

The Triumph is notable for its simple yet effective gameplay features. The machine has seven snap traps, which capture and return the ball to play, as well as a diverter that changes the direction of the ball. A distinctive touch is its dual coin mechanism: it accepts 5 pfennig for one play or 10 pfennig for two plays, with the second play started by pushing the same handle on the coin mechanism again, without inserting another coin. Pushing a handle on the left front of the cabinet also drops balls to reset the playfield.

The Triumph's design is minimalist, lacking a distinct theme or artwork, presenting itself as a testament to functional engineering rather than artistic expression. A collector who examined this machine noted its mechanical parts operate with impressive smoothness and precision, though the cabinet itself shows signs of having been reworked during its conversion. Given its age and rarity, its survival offers pinball enthusiasts a glimpse into the early days of the game.