Flash Three

Flash Three is a rare and enigmatic pinball machine from Shyvers Coin Automatic Machine Company of Seattle, Washington, produced during the brief period of 1934-1935. As one of the earliest electro-mechanical (EM) pinball machines, it holds significance in the evolution of the game's design and mechanics. Very little is known about this machine, making its discovery a fascinating find for pinball historians.

The gameplay features that set Flash Three apart from other early machines are its numerous trap holes (a staggering 38) and "The Great Green Light" feature. When a player achieves a winning score, a green light on the right side of the lower apron illuminates, providing visual feedback to the player. This innovative use of lighting was a departure from the more common electromechanical features of its time.

Despite the lack of information about its designer and theme, Flash Three's design and art elements are likely characteristic of early 20th-century pinball machines. Its production during the Shyvers Coin Automatic Machine Company's short-lived run makes it a valuable find for collectors and historians seeking to understand the development of pinball's electro-mechanical era.