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last night at the Twin Galaxies party Richie Knucklez mentioned something I found interesting. I can't quite understand either.

He says that in New Jersey restored video games go for big bucks because people build fancy game rooms.
And there is no interest or value in pinballs.

Here in the midwest up through the early 80s, pinball was everywhere in little restaurants, pubs, bowling alleys, etc.
And it still draws a ton of interest.
The prices don't ever get too cheap on buying, either.

Is that purely due to proximity to chicago being in the midwest?

Man, I thought pinball was universally enjoyed throughout America.
learn something new everyday.

Does that mean I can get a super cheap Addam's family if I make the effort to drive to New Jersey and find one? ;)
 
He is off-base on his New Jersey information for sure. If there is no interest in pinball in New Jersey than why is it that two of the largest pin collectors shows every year are held in New Jersey? I have a feeling that he was pulling your leg. --Rich
 
I wish he was right! Pin prices are just as high here (I'm 15 minutes from NJ) as anywhere.
 
RK is a GAMER, not a pinhead, I would take what he has to say with a grain of salt...
No offense intended hes a great guy and I respect what he does, I just dont think hes in touch with the pinball scene as much as the vid side of things.
 
Ah, I see.
So all is well and balanced in the world of American pinball. whew! ;)
 
Ha. Pinball prices are crazy all over, otherwise, he would be posting how he landed 2500 TAFs and TZs. It just doesnt happen in the North east.

And the tri state area is shot for Video game pricing right now - no demand, hard to give away games.
 
He is off-base on his New Jersey information for sure. If there is no interest in pinball in New Jersey than why is it that two of the largest pin collectors shows every year are held in New Jersey? I have a feeling that he was pulling your leg. --Rich

Which shows are these?

I know of 2 large ones in PA (Allentown and York). I'd hate to be missing out on other local shows!

Chris
 
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