Watling Rol-A-Top, Bird of Paradise

[Lol]

I am the newbie who was looking for a Watling Bird of Paradise in June. I read all the forum posts that I could. I purchased my ROL in France, it was my first slot machine. It has all the bells & whistles and everything works as it should. I had to hunt for a few parts. I was confident to make a purchase because of all the knowledge that I picked up from members postings. In particular I must give great thanks to Stephane and Dave Berten (Go Cubs Go, the curse is lifted). I am sure that I must have driven them crazy with my requests and thirst for knowledge. Also learnt a lot from Watling Boy (please don't stay silent).

This is what I am still looking for;

1/ Original Watling mint vendor locks & keys. I purchased a pair of Jennings locks & keys. They had to be modified slightly and they do fit. They just leave a small gap in the hole that the Watling locks would not. So I am keen to get the original locks & key.

2/ An original Watling back door lock & key.

3/ Original Watling tool for cycling the mechanism when it is outside of the case. I thought that I had found one but it was not to be.

I have attached a photo of my treasure. Don't be to harsh on me as I am very, very, happy with the ROL. Photo attached.

Thanks, Lol (Laurence)

[Chiparius]

Hi Laurence ,
I now sombody, from Belgium maybe can help for the parts ,I will ask
I have the same also from France all working and complet from 1937 when it's starts forbidden to have this machines so I think thus way evrething still working
I will ask
My email
mario.sinia@telenet.be
See pictures from my Rol a top
Regards
Mario

[Lol]

Hi Mario
Also nice ROL. They could be twins!

I believe that you were looking for a replacement BAP key. Dave Berten mrslot1@aol.com has a master set of BAP keys and has just cut one for me. If you send him an email he will help you out with a spare key.

Best, Lol