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Firebaall called it. There are very few games out there that you can say this about. Approachable for guests and non-pinheads, but lots of challenge in there for the pro too. I think MM is another pin like this (although I'm hardly comparing the two).

I played this game a ton when it was released (along with T2 and TAF; another approachable yet challenging pin) and I don't think it gets the respect it deserves. Like whitewater, I think FT is a bit of a sleeper that, in 12-18 months, you won't find for less than $2500-$3000. I would pick it up if the deal is right. You won't regret it and it seems to be hot right now since clean examples are hard to find.

I was looking for one for months and just picked up a good routed example for $2k shipped. Since it has zero PF wear due to factory Mylar on the PF, I feel like I made out great on the deal.

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I'm doing the exact same with mine when it arrives... and its nice and dirty! Can't wait to peel up that Mylar and see a shiny new PF underneath. Not sure if yours has bad cabinet fade, but Joey at PDI has great silk screened decals (I'm assuming old Pheonix Arcade stock?). I scored a set before the prices got jacked, but still, they are high quality. Have fun!