Mechanical Memories Magazine

Help!
Kevin Gamlen contacted me recently asking for help in restoring a rather nice rifle-
shooting machine. The game dates, I guess, from the late '50s/early 60s and was made
by Automaten of Llandudno. Interestingly, Kevin tells me that Ray Roberts remembers
this firm, who also manufactured the Testa reaction testers, which were installed in pubs
in the 1960s. Anyway, back to the shooter. At some time, a few components have burnt-
out, in particular four resistors. Kevin would like to hear from anyone who has one of
these machines, and who could offer any assistance in it's restoration. He needs to know
the values of the four resistors (pictured inset) plus any general help or advice. Now,
readers won't have a clue as to the values of the resistors as the pictures are in black and
white. However, they all appear to have three orange bands, which makes them 33k. But
I strongly advise Kevin to find out why they burnt-out first, before replacing them. If
you have one of these machines or can help in any way, please 'phone or email Kevin.
07774 120667
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gamlens@aol.com