Machine Description

Capt Card appears to be an electro-mechanical pinball machine from the mid-1970s, though detailed historical records about this specific machine are limited. The naming convention and style suggest it was likely produced during the final years of the electro-mechanical era, just before the industry's transition to solid-state technology.

The theme appears to be based around playing cards and possibly a nautical captain character, which was a fairly common combination of themes during this period when pinball manufacturers were experimenting with various ways to attract players. This era of pinball was characterized by mechanical scoring, chimes and bells for sound effects, and relay-based logic for game rules.

While specific gameplay details are not well documented, machines from this period typically featured pop bumpers, drop targets, and various scoring lanes. The scoring would have been displayed using mechanical wheels or digits, and the game would have relied on physical switches and relays to track player progress and bonus multipliers.

As this was during the pre-solid state era, the machine would have required regular maintenance of its mechanical components, including score motors, stepper units, and relay banks. These machines represented the peak of electro-mechanical engineering complexity before the industry's shift to electronic components.