Falstaff

Falstaff, released by Williams Electronics in 1976, represents one of the last electro-mechanical pinball machines produced during the pivotal transition period before solid-state electronics became industry standard. The machine's theme draws inspiration from Shakespeare's beloved character Sir John Falstaff, incorporating medieval English tavern imagery and theatrical elements into its playfield and artwork.

The machine featured a traditional four-player design with standard electro-mechanical components including mechanical score reels and chime units. Its playfield layout included pop bumpers, drop targets, and spinning targets typical of the era. The artwork likely featured the jovial Falstaff character along with medieval tavern scenes, appealing to both literature enthusiasts and casual players alike.

Falstaff holds historical significance as one of the final examples of pure electro-mechanical pinball engineering before the industry's technological revolution. While production numbers aren't definitively known, it was manufactured during a period when Williams was one of the dominant forces in pinball manufacturing, though facing increasing pressure to transition to solid-state technology.