Arcade Deadlift Challenge 💪 The Vintage Monkey Lift O Graph (1938) Machine!

The Lift-O-Graph, often referred to as the Monkey Lift, is a vintage arcade strength tester produced by the International Mutoscope Reel Company in 1938. Unlike modern digital machines, this mechanical device challenges users to demonstrate their physical strength by pulling a lever to lift a monkey up a pole. The height achieved is then displayed on a scale, providing a fun and engaging way to measure one's strength. ⚙️ How It Works Mechanism: Players insert a coin and pull a large steel handle. The force applied causes a mechanical system to move the monkey up a pole. Feedback: As the monkey ascends, colored lights illuminate, and a bell rings, indicating the level of strength exerted. Design: The machine features a wooden cabinet with vintage artwork, capturing the essence of arcade aesthetics from the late 1930s. 🏭 International Mutoscope Reel Company The International Mutoscope Reel Company was established in the early 1920s by William Rabkin. Rabkin acquired the rights to manufacture Mutoscope machines and reels, which were originally developed by the American Mutoscope and Biograph Company. Under his leadership, the company produced various amusement machines, including fortune tellers and skill games, and may have been the first to market the claw machine. They continued to manufacture arcade machines until 1949 ⚙️ General Features of IMRC Machines Mechanical Operation: No electronics - entirely spring, lever, pulley, or weight-driven. Coin-Operated: Most were designed for public arcades or amusement parks. Skill/Strength Focused: Many measured strength, endurance, or reflexes. Collectible Today: Rare machines are highly sought after by collectors and vintage arcade enthusiasts. International Mutoscope Reel Company produced similar mechanical arcade machines such as: American GripMeter, Muto Tungo, Upper Cut Bag, Thigh O Graph, Muto Monkey Lift #DeadliftChallenge #LiftOGraph #Strongman #ArcadeChallenge #MechanicalDeadlift #ArcadeVlog