Private slot-machine ownership is a legal and practical question before it is a decorating decision. Laws can distinguish possession, sale, transport and operation, and an antique exception in one jurisdiction may not exist in another.
1. Cabinet width
Clean and restore conservatively. Start dry, test any product in a hidden area, preserve labels and original finishes, and stop before polishing turns into material removal that cannot be undone.
2. Maximum depth
Treat maximum depth as a specific inspection item rather than a box to tick. Verify it on the exact machine, photograph what you find, and include any missing parts or uncertainty in the delivered-cost and repair decision.
3. Topper height
Work through topper height with the exact cabinet in front of you. Separate what the seller says from what you can document, and do not let a cosmetic first impression override serviceability, legal due diligence or total cost.
4. Base footprint
Treat base footprint as a specific inspection item rather than a box to tick. Verify it on the exact machine, photograph what you find, and include any missing parts or uncertainty in the delivered-cost and repair decision.
5. Packed dimensions
Measure the machine and the entire route before pickup day, including the widest protrusions, door stops, turns, stairs and elevator openings. For freight, secure loose parts, protect glass and displays, photograph condition, and confirm pallet, liftgate and delivery terms in writing.
6. Loaded weight
Measure the machine and the entire route before pickup day, including the widest protrusions, door stops, turns, stairs and elevator openings. For freight, secure loose parts, protect glass and displays, photograph condition, and confirm pallet, liftgate and delivery terms in writing.
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