ToM Remake: is it in the pipeline?

Hi.

I'm not a ToM owner, but I do love the pin.

I would love to find one for sale, but I was told something recently which gives me pause:

A very astute pinball-industry veteran said, "I wouldn't step up and pay what ToM is fetching these days when there's a chance it will be remade."

So, I'm asking, what have you all heard about the prospects of a ToM remake? And who would do it? Chicago Gaming Co?

Lastly, does a person really have lay out at least six large for a ToM in the current market?

Thanks.

Jason

If you're asking me, I would expect the remake to cost $7-8K. I *believe* that's the price point on MMr and AFMr.

I s'pose I would be almost as enthusiastic about a MBr as I would a ToMr. I love MB!

A ToM was sold in the next town over about three weeks ago. I watched Craigslist for months, hoping to score something great.

When the ToM appeared for $6K, I thought: Man, I want this precious pin, but $6K? Can't do it!

And I *didn't* do it. Naturally, it was sold in a day. My mistake! Who knows how many more years it will be before another ToM appears locally.

Ugh!

J

I saw this fresh tutorial a few days ago.

He plays the pants off this pin!

Of course, he *is* a former World Champion.

He shows the viewer how to earn a HUGE score by focusing on certain things - in particular playfield multipliers.

He makes it look easy, but the points pile up like nobody's business. It's a hoot!

He exposes the game as "unfit" for competition play, as high scores are child's play for the seasoned player, etc.

I really like Bowen Kerins. I have learned a LOT from this cat.

J