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Vintage 'Ding-A-Bell' Buzz Wire Electrical Amusement Game, Mid-20th Century

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Start price: £10

Estimated price: £50 - £100

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Description

A vintage electrical amusement device, commonly known as a « buzz wire » or « steady hand » game, dating from the mid-20th century. The game features a painted speckled gray metal casing. A yellow back panel prominently displays « DING-A-BELL » in red text, above a numbered scale from « Start » to « Finish 9. » Progress indicators are marked along the scale, including « YOU WIN,  » « FEELING SHAKY,  » « STEADY NOW!,  » « GETTING,  » and « N.B.G. » A wavy metal wire forms the maze, which is navigated by a black-handled wand connected by a cord. A small metal bell and Panasonic batteries are visible inside, indicating its electrical operation.