Watling Rol-A-Tor - Payouts, Stop Reels and Locks

[markymarkuk]

Hi Guys,

Sorry for all questions but just bought a Watling so hoping other owners can throw some light on my queries!

First, nothing major but curious why the award card has payouts such as 7-9, or 11-13...??? All seems a bit vague! any reason behind this.

Reel stop arms. When these are released against the reel discs, they don't appear to have the strength to stop the reels accurately, so the symbols don't always line up. Do the springs that fix to the lower part of these stop arms need to be short and strong to force them hard against the reel discs? Sorry for this question, but more familiar with the Mills method with front brake arms that accurately drop into the star cog wheels which appear to be a better method.

Finally, can anyone suggest a suitable lock for the front vendors - I know I'll never get the real thing, but just want ANY lock that can fit both vendor fronts, any suggestions appreciated!

That's it. Thanks

Watling Paycard - Variable Payouts??

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Reel Stop Arms

Watling I bought - What locks?

[watlingboy]

There may have been Watling machines in the 20's with this type of award card but by the 30's it was on all their machines. It was Watlings way to get around potential complaints. If the machine was loaded with or played with all brand new coins, you might get 7 coins, all worn coins, then maybe 9 coins. My experience has been that it usually pays correct or 8. Our coins now are all copper clad and they don't wear. Most of you have probably noticed that even your Mills machines in the bells or jackpot pay will pay 1 or two short if played with copper clad quarters.

Springs are too weak on the reel stop fingers.

Someone else might know of a replacement lock for the vender door, I don't. It originally took a very small Corbin lock. Which show up occasionally but they are pricey.

Watlingboy

[gsx11r]

Hi Markymarku

As say Watlingboy , it s hard to find the original lock for watling !!
But more easy to find the one for Jennings ! It s not the same but can be used for !!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pair-Mills-Jenn ... 216wt_1220
Here is some pictures for help !
Stephane

[markymarkuk]

Many thanks for the tip for locks... Gutted!!! I missed the end of the auction!!!! Anyone else have some locks????