Jumping Jack

Jumping Jack was a classic electro-mechanical pinball machine released by D. Gottlieb & Co. during the early 1970s, representing one of the company's contributions to the golden age of electro-mechanical pinball. The machine showcased the characteristic craftsmanship and reliability that Gottlieb was known for during this era.

The playfield design featured a jumping jack theme, likely incorporating animated mechanical elements and traditional pinball features of the period such as pop bumpers, drop targets, and rollover switches. Like many Gottlieb games of this era, it would have emphasized clean shots and precise aim rather than complex rule sets, making it accessible to casual players while still offering depth for skilled players.

The machine was produced during a pivotal time in pinball history, just a few years before the industry would begin its transition to solid-state electronics. As an electro-mechanical game, Jumping Jack relied entirely on relays, stepper units, and other mechanical components to track scoring and game status, representing one of the last generations of purely mechanical pinball machines.

While not one of Gottlieb's most famous titles, Jumping Jack serves as an important historical example of early 1970s pinball design and engineering, showcasing the culmination of electro-mechanical technology before the digital revolution would forever change the industry.