The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 71_Premier Pinball and Amusement (1)

Andrew Lanners, owner of Premier Pinball and Amusement (a 50-year-old Minneapolis-area business), discusses his evolution from arcade game dealer to pinball distributor and a new service: pinball machine appraisals for insurance purposes. He serves primarily homeowners (60-70% of sales) seeking affordable used machines ($2-4k range) rather than expensive new games, and has expanded into formal appraisals following a customer's water-damaged collection claim. The conversation touches on the local Minnesota pinball scene, business models for operators vs. collectors, and personal nostalgia for classic arcade games.