Sherokee

The Sherokee is a rare and intriguing electro-mechanical pinball machine from Rowamet Indústria Eletrometalúrgica LTDA of São Paulo, Brazil, which operated from 1980 to 1983. As one of the few known pinball machines from this Brazilian manufacturer, it offers a glimpse into the lesser-known history of international pinball production in the early 1980s. Its exact year of release is unknown, and its playfield layout is a copy of Gottlieb's 1974 'Big Indian.'

Sherokee features an engaging gameplay experience for up to four players, with two flippers, two pop bumpers, and two slingshots that work together to propel the ball across the playfield. The machine also boasts three star rollovers, allowing players to accumulate points through precise timing and control. Standup targets, a 5-bank drop target, and a Vari-target add further variety to gameplay.

The Sherokee's theme is set in the American West, with artwork depicting Native American imagery and scenes from the Wild West era. One unusual detail of its construction is that the playfield glass hinges on the right side for operator access, an example of functional design found in early pinball machines. With its blend of a familiar Gottlieb-derived layout and Brazilian manufacturing history, Sherokee is an interesting find for collectors and enthusiasts of pinball history.