Astral
About This Machine
The Astral is a fascinating and enigmatic pinball machine whose manufacturer and year of production remain unidentified. As a Pure Mechanical (PM) machine, it relies entirely on mechanical components rather than electricity, a hallmark of the earliest pinball and pin-game designs.
Its most notable feature is its sheer number of trap holes - twenty in total - spread across the playfield, suggesting a challenging layout requiring players to guide the ball carefully to score. The machine is housed in a wood cabinet, and the name "Astral" appears in the upper playfield, presumably serving as the game's title display.
Beyond these details, no further information about the Astral's design, artwork, or history has been uncovered, leaving it a tantalizing mystery for pinball historians and collectors.
Technical Details
- Notable Features:
- Trap holes (20). Wood cabinet. The name 'Astral' appears in the upper playfield.