An American Premium Guide to Jukeboxes and Slot Machines
This 1st edition of Jerry Ayliffe's book on coin-op machines was published in 1981. Close to the start of the boom in coin-op collecting and at the very forefront of the cataloging of machine types and values. Superceded by volumes 2 and 3, with essentially the same information, but a nice historical volume.Soft cover, 5" by 8" format, 288 pages.
This book is out of print (very limited availability).
BK143 $24.95
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An American Premium Guide to Jukeboxes and Slot Machines
Here is the 2nd edition of the Jerry Ayliffe book on coin-op machines. Separate sections for the different types of coin-op machines, in a size that makes it easy to take with you to shows and flea markets.Soft cover, 5" by 8" format, 312 pages.
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BK139 $29.95
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An American Premium Guide to Jukeboxes and Slot Machines
Now in its 3rd edition, with updated prices, Jerry Ayliffe's book was one of the first to establish prices for the many machines that were being sought by collectors. Separate sections for the different types of coin-op machines, in a size that makes it easy to take with you to shows and flea markets.Soft cover, 5" by 8" format, 344 pages.
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BK028 $24.95
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Arcadia, Slot Machines of Europe & America
If the English machines, of all types, interest you then this is a must have book. Jean-Claude Baudot has assembled a fantastic collection of photographs that showcase the less often seen machines that reside in Europe. Wonderfully photographed, mostly in full color. A nice section of coin-op history as well. You will really enjoy this book.Hard cover, 165 pages. ISBN No. 0-7104-2052-8.
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BK132 $125.00
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Automatic Vending Machines
Part of the British Shire series of books, Colin Emmins chronicles the evolution of the vending machine. Written from a British perspective but still a valuable resource for the vending machine collector. Photos and historical data that is not found in other books.Soft cover, 6" by 8" format, 32 pages. ISBN No. 0-7478-0287-4.
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BK131 $29.95
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Charles Bell, The Complete Works 1970-1990
Artist Charles Bell is best known for his paintings that are almost surreal in their detail. This book, compiled by Henry Geldzahler, contains most of the works that he did relating to pinball machines and gumball machines, plus a few other things thrown in for good measure. This is the book for the Charles Bell fan who also likes coin-ops.Hard cover, with dust jacket, 144 pages.
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BK012 $65.00
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Classic Soda Machines
This is the original printing of Jeff Walters' popular guide to soda machines.Soft cover, 6" by 9" format, 221 pages.
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BK043 $34.95
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Classic Soda Machines
Now in its 3rd edition, with an updated price guide, Jeff Walters has assembled a field guide for the soda machine collector that is designed to be kept in your car, not on the book shelf. There are separate sections for the different brands and manufacturers of machines, in an easy to use format.Soft cover, 6" by 9" format, 328 pages.
BK030 $29.95
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Coin-ops On Location
If you have ever looked for photographs of locations that include coin operated machines you know how difficult it can be to find them, at any price. Well, Dick Bueschel and Eric Hatchell did all the work and have assembled a very impressive book of coin-op machines on location. This is a large part of the impressive collection of postcards and photographs that Dick had put together over the years.This copy is autographed by the author, Dick Bueschel.
Hard cover, 10" by 8" format, 144 pages. ISBN No. 0-9638176-0-4.
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BK095 $195.00
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A Concise History of Vending in the U.S.A.
A cute little book on the history of vending, published in 1961. That would make it the first coin-op book I believe.Published to commemorate the 75th anniversary of vending in the US. This copy is ex-library but in very nice condition.
Hard cover, 5 1/2" by 8 1/2" format, 46 pages.
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BK169 $24.95
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The Great Vending Machine Book
Michael Colmer is better known for his book on pinball, but don't overlook this early work on vending machines by the same author. Back in 1977 there wasn't as much interest in vending machines and this book was instrumental in getting things started. Includes lots of great photos not found in any other coin-op book.Soft cover, 92 pages. ISBN No. 0-8092-7739-5.
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BK133 $65.00
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A Gumball Guide
This was the first attempt at compiling the different types of gumball and peanut machines, put together by Roger Pribbenow and Jimm Lehmann way back in 1981. Even though other books have been printed since then that are more extensive, this little volume contains a lot of great illustrations and historical information.Soft cover, 26 pages.
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BK094 $20.00
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Gumball Machines (Right or Wrong)
This is one of the very early books that was produced on coin operated machines. Shows most of the different types of gumball and peanut machines and then goes on the show many of the incorrect pairings of globes and bases.Soft cover, 132 pages.
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BK054 $125.00
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100 ans de Machines A Sous
This is one of the nicest coffee table books on slot machines ever published. Hundreds of color photographs, many of machines not shown in any other book. A nice mixture of American and European machines of all types. This is a large format book with page after page of beautiful photography. The only drawback is that the text is all in French, but a fantastic book to look at anyway.Hard cover, 10" by 12 1/2" format, 176 pages. ISBN No. 2-86227-133-0.
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BK177 $145.00
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The Pocket Guide to Coin-op Vending Machines
What's the difference between John Carini's new book on vending machines and other books about the subject? Color! 160 pages of collectible vending machines and all the photos are in color. Also includes descriptions and a price guide.Soft cover, 6" by 9" format, 160 pages. ISBN No. 07643-1658-3.
BK122 $19.95
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Silent Salesmen
The late Bill Enes is greatly missed by those in the collecting hobby who enjoy collecting gumball and peanut machines. But there is comfort in knowing that he was able to assemble such a great book on the many different types of vending machines to collect. (The 1st edition has some things in it that the 2nd edition does not.) Includes the original price guide.Hard cover, 156 pages. ISBN No. 0-944843-01-8.
This edition is out of print (very limited availability).
BK047 $65.00
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Silent Salesmen Too
This is the greatly expanded sequel to Bill Enes' landmark vending book, Silent Salesmen. Over twice as many pages, and hundreds of new machine photos. He also added entire new sections of machine types as well as many additional pages in color. A must have book for any coin-op library.Includes a copy of the 2002 price guide.
Hard cover, 316 pages. ISBN No. 0-944843-02-6.
BK040 $54.95
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BK040A $75.00
Silent Salesmen Too 2002 Price Guide
Here is an updated price guide to the Bill Enes book Silent Salesmen Too. This updated price guide is included with the purchase of the book, but is very helpful for those who purchased the book earlier as well as those who own the original Silent Salesmen.Soft cover, 8 pages.
BK138 $5.00
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Vintage Coca-Cola Machines, Volume II
THis is the book you need to have with you when you are out there looking for thr "red." Steve Ebner has compiled a great volume for those collectors who specialize in only Coke machines. Many photos of rare machines but also the guidebook for you to use when out hunting for machines made between 1959 and 1968. Coolers and fountain dispensers are also part of this volume. Includes a 2004 price guide.Soft cover, 6" by 9" format, 136 pages. No ISBN No.