Lol, thanks, random pic removed...

This is the original painted cabinet which was clear coated as stated in the ad. Here's the original ad from calipinball whom I bought the machine from:

https://pinside.com/pinball/market/classifieds/archive/61856

It wouldn't make much sense to lie in an ad since the truth would quickly come out in the end. I suppose some may try that tactic since pinside in general doesn't have enough drama to keep us interested most days, but it's not my style.

Thanks Damonator, I learned something. I'd gone out to the game room to look closer and started to wonder if I was mistaken when I bought it, but screened on a vinyl substrate makes perfect sense.

The former owner isn't on pinside anymore and has clearly stated it was original paint. Are you interested in purchasing the game Blackbeard?