Deluxe Bank-Pool
About This Machine
The Deluxe Bank-Pool, manufactured by Williams in 1955, is a cue/pool-style amusement game rather than a traditional ball-and-flipper pinball. It is part of a family of similarly named Williams games from the mid-1950s, including the Bank Pool, Senior Deluxe Bank-Pool, and Senior Deluxe Lite-Up Bank Pool, distinguished mainly by cabinet size and features.
The Deluxe Bank-Pool is notable for its billiards-inspired gameplay, likely involving objectives such as accumulating points by pocketing or banking balls on the table. Without more specific rules documentation available, it's difficult to pinpoint exactly what sets this machine apart from its siblings in the Bank-Pool line. It's worth mentioning that the optional lamp attachment was a practical accessory offered for operators running the game in dimly lit locations.
The Deluxe Bank-Pool is an example of the variety Williams produced beyond conventional pinball in the 1950s, and machines from this family are of interest to collectors due to their rarity. While specific details about its design, art, or theme remain limited, its place in the lineup of Williams cue games makes it an intriguing piece for those interested in mid-century coin-operated amusements.
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Technical Details
- Model Number:
- 148
- Notable Features:
- Optional lamp attaches for dimly lit locations.