This model is also known for its durability and in fact it was a model actually used in a casino. Their classic shinny 'Las Vegas' look makes this model popular with collectors. It does work and major exterior parts such as the back door are present. This machine is free of any noticeable cracks or breaks. These machines were refurbished and sold with Harrah's tagging, award plastic and reel strips still present. This is how I acquired this machine years ago. After thier service has ended with Harrah's the corporation decided to start selling the machines to the general public through their gift shops and other promotional avenues. An attendant would then pay the player the appropriate amount. The lights would inform casino employees when a large winning spin was made. So rather than try to build a huge jackpot into the machine, Pace simply installed a light tower on the top. Mechanical machines of this era were not engineered to pay more than twenty coins plus a relatively small jackpot. This model is equipped with a light tower.

This specific model has four reels which gave the player even larger jackpots - but the odds were much smaller as well. These Pace machines were built with casino play in mind. For many years, even into the 1970's Harrah's would utilize these ultra reliable machines before being replaced with electromechanical models. One of those casinos that used Pace machines heavily was Harrah's. In 1951 this ban was enacted and for the most part closed off all sales areas except for Nevada casinos. Due to changing political climates, Pace knew a national ban on slot machines (except in Nevada) would be eminent. Pace marketed thier machines heavily towards Las Vegas casinos in the late 40's and 50's. Many examples had the sides covered with polished metal and shinny chrome fronts to have the machine stand out as a bright modern looking example of a post war production slot machine. Pace wanted the machine to feel new and futuristic. This model started production immediately after World War 2 and was Pace's first machine to come out in 1946. This model was introduced in 1946 and was modified in various forms into the 1950's. This machine called a Harrah's chrome deluxe 4 reel was made in the early to mid 50's at the Chicago, IL Pace factory. Harrah's Chrome Deluxe 4 ReelThis auction is for a pace 50 cent antique slot machine.

1946 pace nickel slot machine