Original Goofy (Senior) ‘pure mechanical’ pinball machine released by the Bally Manufacturing Corporation circa October 1932. The tabletop machine, 16.25˝ x 33.5˝ x 9˝, is comprised of its original wooden cabinet with a glass top, through which the player can observe the colorful playfield layout with arrow design patterns and 19 scoring options ranging from 100 to 1000 points, which includes an upper “Bally Hole.” The lower portion bears an “Out” gobble hole and a “Free Play” hole. The cabinet bears a ‘How to Operate’ label, a “10 Balls for 1¢” label, a sticker indicating that “Federal Excise Tax 10% Has Been Paid on this Machine,” and a golden “This Is a Game of Skill” notice sticker to the upper glass. The rear of the cabinet is marked “DY.” Includes its original coin door key and a set of 10 pinballs. In fine condition, with some wear to the labels. A gorgeous Depression-era pinball machine designed by Jack Firestone.
From Pinball History: ‘After releasing a few popular straight countertop pin games, Bally found itself facing increased competition from other manufacturers introducing unique playfield designs. For example, Gottlieb released Five Star Final which has a figure eight playfield geometry. Ray Moloney hired New York designer Jack Firestone to come up with a competitive Bally product. Jack designed a game whereby traditional Bally features, such as the Bally Hole (free ball) were maintained, yet it has attractive side alley shots that players could try to reach for additional points. The game was very popular and several knockoff clones were produced by other manufacturers leading to Bally pursuing legal action in order to stop the clones. As the advertising copy for Goofy, written by Herb Jones went: ‘Thru 32' twas Ballyhoo ~ Goofy'll smash all records too!’
