I had a pretty good dialog going with the seller. However, he went silent when I asked for the serial numbers on the machine. I have sent him other emails and not heard a word. I guess he figures sticking his head in the sand is the way to go.
If he is referring to my emails as harrasments then that is totally uncalled for. All of my emails have been very professional. However, it appears other people have also contacted him.
I think he is totally confused on whether the machine is real or not. According to his response the owner swears it is and so do other people.
I think he has covered himself in the email response. I just wish he would not have gone silent on the emails I sent to him.
Here are some photos of the machine:
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Here is the description:
Here is a magnificent and HARD TO FIND early 1930's WAR EAGLE nickle slot machine in EXCELLENT WORKING CONDITION! In our capacity as eBay Sellers Assistant, we are offering this beautiful slot machine for auction. This nickle machine is quite rare, as most WAR EAGLES are quarter machines.
This nickle WAR EAGLE was refurbished by ROYAL BELL, in Denver, Colorado, and comes complete with keys, of course. It is simply beautiful, a perfect addition to your new game room!
SHIPPING: Since this item weighs 80 pounds, it will have to be packed and shipped by freight. We are, therefore, offering it for LOCAL PICKUP, here in Punta Gorda, Florida, in which case there will be NO SHIPPING CHARGE whatsoever. We feel that a set price for shipping is not fair to those who live closer, so we will ship this item for the ACTUAL COST OF SHIPPING and pretty much at the buyers discretion as to company. We'll do everything we can to cooperate with the buyer so that this fabulous Slot Machine will be in the winner's home as soon as possible.
PAYMENT: Payment is due within 7 days of the close of the auction and may be made with Paypal, Money Order, Check (which will hold up shipping while check clears) and also offer Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express as payment methods. Please call us, if you are the winner, with your credit card information at (941)575-0335 if you wish to use this method of payment.
We never sold a Slot Machine before, but are in contact with the owner so that you may have your questions, if you have any, answered promptly. He has another machine he plans to sell after this one! Please read the DISCLAIMER below, required by eBay policy and state laws.
"Due to laws regulating the sale of Antique Slot Machines, I, as the seller, will NOT sell to members in the states of Alabama, Connecticut, Hawaii, Indiana, Nebraska, South Carolina and Tennessee. Bids from members residing in any of these states will be cancelled."
and here is a response to a question
Q: hi is this machine a repoduction thanks jack
Aug-03-06
A: Hi Jack! I have consulted the owner who purchased the machine in the early 80's from Royal Bell in Denver, Co, and I have also consulted Royal Bell, who restored the machine. They have both assured me that this machine has been restored and is not a reproduction. I have been harrassed by a couple of other eBayers regarding this machine, and I only have the word of the owner and of Royal Bell to go by. I suggest you contact Royal Bell if you have any questions about it. They know this machine, as does the owner. I have represented it accordingly in my listing and personally have no interest in or knowledge of old slot machines. This is a fabulous machine and would made a wonderful addition to a game room. Best wishes, Hope Lumis