VINTAGE PACHINKO MACHINES!

Many of these older Pachinko Machines are available for purchase on eBay.  But What Questions should you ask before bidding, What things do you need to be aware of before purchasing?  Here is a list of Pachinko specific things to consider, as well as a number of eBay in general items to think about.

Tips for Pachinko Purchases

Here are a few points to consider before putting down a bid on a Pachinko.

1. Make sure there are balls supplied with the Pachinko Machine.  You'll need at least 100, however 250 or more would be better.
2. Make sure you can see pictures of the front and back, look for damage, rust, or broken or missing glass.  Compare to the pictures to other Pachinkos up for bid to check for missing parts.
3. Don't be put off by a missing key, you can easily open the Pachinko with out the key from behind. 
4. Don't be concerned about a missing battery or faulty electrical wiring problems.  Gravity does all the work for your Pachinko, the only electrical requirements are for a few lights.
5. Make sure you understand how much shipping shall be, sometimes the cost of shipping can be more then the cost of the Pachinko!
6. Purchase a Pachinko Manual to familiarize yourself with the machine.  This investment can show you how to clean your pachinko, and how to make repairs to keep your Pachinko running! 

Tips for any eBay Purchase

Here are some additional suggestions which are geared towards Pachinkos, but can really be applied to most purchases on eBay.

1. Do your research.  Learn as much as you can about these machines.  Not all sellers are knowledgable about Pachinkos, some have just picked them up in yard or estate sales.  If their description and photo leaves a question in your mind, then remember to ask the seller before the action ends.  This lets you clear up things before the sale and keeps both you and the seller headed towards a successful transaction.
2. Understand eBay Jargon - Check out the list of eBay acronyms so that you can more quickly distinguish NM (near mint) from NMB (mint no box).  Informed buyers make smart buyers!
3. Use different key words.  The Advanced Search option provided by eBay lets buyers search titles or the title and description of completed items.  Keep in mind that not everyone will precisely list an item.  Another helpful hint is to misspell your search terms ... like Pachincko instead of Pachinko.  Changing your search increases the chances of finding more items.  Save your Search on your personalized My eBay page and receive an email notification when a new listing is posted.
4. Remember eBay Stores.  eBay offers buyers another area for Pachinko and Pachinko Items through eBay Stores.  If you are in search of a particular Pachinko be sure to post a notice in eBay's Want It Now section.
5. Bid Safely and Smartly.  Review the seller's feedback rating, are their customers consistently happy with their purchase?  Do they have experience selling Pachinkos?  Are items sold "as is" or with a satisfaction guarantee"?  Is there a shipping/handling fee?  If you win the bid, keep in mind that PayPal provides buyers with a safe and secure means to purchase items without revealing their credit card numbers to sellers.
6. Enjoy the Process. Have fun with it! eBay is a great way to look through an amazing selection of Pachinko machines from all over the world, and meet other Pachinko collectors and owners.

Look at My PACHINKO Guides

I offer a very reasonably priced series of Pachinko Manuals and Repair Guides.  These can be used for Nishijin, Sanyo, Daiichi, Kyorako, as well as any other Older Pachinko.  They are all quite similar in design.  These Guides are all you need to get your Pachinko going.  The Web Site also provides pictures and videos describing the Pachinko and showing various functions.

Please check out my Pachinko Repair Guide and Factory Manuals Listing, as Please have a look at my FeedBack.  I have sold over 500 manuals and no one has been disappointed yet!

Many People ask about cleaning their machines, It is important to know what can safely be used on the Pachinko, and maybe more importantly, what should NOT be used.  The Pachinko Machine is constructed of Wood, Brass, Steel, chrome, Glass or Plexiglas, and Formica.  My Listing details what is safe and what works best based on my personal experience with these machines.

PACHINKO Web Site

When you purchase my Pachinko Guide listing you also get access to 'The Best Pachinko Reference Site'.  This WEB Site contains lots of information including a section on how to clean and care for your Pachinko.  In addition to a detailed parts list and electrical schemas, there are also pictures and videos describing the Pachinko and showing various functions.

Please feel free to ask any questions, I welcome your feedback.  Thanks for visiting our Guide.  If you have found it to be helpful, Please provide your feedback.

Good Luck with your Pachinko bidding, I hope they give you as much enjoyment as I have received from them over the past 40 years! 

Brad, (Bishop1963) bradbishop@eastlink.ca