Miggles

Miggles is one of the earliest and most enigmatic pinball machines produced by C. D. Fairchild Amusement Machine Corporation, a pioneering manufacturer from Syracuse, New York. Dating back to 1932, this machine is a significant artifact in the evolution of the pinball industry, predating many of the iconic brands that followed. It is described as a pin table, and it remains unknown whether it resembles the unrelated 1932 'Miggles' made by Empire Novelty Co.

The exact mechanics and rules are unknown due to the lack of documentation, but as a pin table from 1932 — well over a decade before the flipper was invented — it would have relied on purely mechanical, flipperless gameplay, with the layout and tilt of the playfield alone guiding the ball's path.

Despite its age, Miggles retains a level of mystique due to the scarcity of information about its design, art, and theme. Without clear evidence, it is impossible to determine whether the machine features any notable artwork or branding. Nevertheless, as one of the earliest pinball machines in existence, Miggles remains an essential piece for collectors and historians seeking to understand the origins of this beloved game.