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Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Mon Dec 18, 2023 6:31 am
by Gia215
Ever played slots and noticed the word "BAR" popping up everywhere? It's like a secret code! But why is it there? Let's uncover the mystery together. What's the deal with slot machines and their love for the 'BAR'? If you have an idea comment down below and let's share it to the group 🫶

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Mon Dec 18, 2023 7:26 am
by jungle82yo1
Oh, the "BAR" on slot machines? It's like an old-school thing from back in the day. Started with logos like the Bell-Fruit Gum Company, and now it's just a classic tradition on slot machines. Do you enjoy playing slot machines?

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Mon Dec 18, 2023 5:20 pm
by Plankton609
Gia215 wrote: Mon Dec 18, 2023 6:31 am Ever played slots and noticed the word "BAR" popping up everywhere? It's like a secret code! But why is it there? Let's uncover the mystery together. What's the deal with slot machines and their love for the 'BAR'? If you have an idea comment down below and let's share it to the group 🫶
They said that the BAR is just a marker on the slot reels. It is one of the lower paying lines if you get 3 on a line.

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Tue Dec 19, 2023 10:14 am
by Woody62
It's kind of like a secret language of slots. The thing about it is, the origin goes way back to the early days of these machines. Back then, they used to have symbols representing different flavors of chewing gum, and the BAR symbol stood for a type of gum. Eventually, even as the gum prizes faded out, the BAR stayed and became a classic slot symbol. It's like a little piece of history still spinning on those reels today!

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Tue Dec 19, 2023 10:19 am
by DragonFruitD621
From what I have read way back when, slots used to give out fruity gum as prizes. If you got a combo of fruit symbols, you'd win that flavor of gum. And guess what? The "BAR" symbol stood for a stick of gum that came in, yep, a bar-shaped package! Who'd have thought, right? Slots with a sweet tooth!

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Tue Dec 19, 2023 11:36 pm
by Akihiro
You ever notice the 'BAR' symbols flooding slot reels? They hark back to old machines that rewarded gum. It's a retro charm in modern slots, a reminder of gaming's evolution. Nostalgia mixes with the excitement of today's spins!

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Thu Dec 21, 2023 8:44 am
by Zara141
DragonFruitD621 wrote: Tue Dec 19, 2023 10:19 am From what I have read way back when, slots used to give out fruity gum as prizes. If you got a combo of fruit symbols, you'd win that flavor of gum. And guess what? The "BAR" symbol stood for a stick of gum that came in, yep, a bar-shaped package! Who'd have thought, right? Slots with a sweet tooth!
That's interesting! The connection between slot symbols and fruity gum prizes adds a whole new flavor to the story! It's fascinating to learn that the "BAR" symbol represented a stick of gum packaged in a bar shape. It's like these slots had a sweet tooth themselves, blending gaming excitement with a hint of fruity rewards. Thanks for sharing this delightful tidbit of history!

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Fri Dec 22, 2023 8:38 am
by Shaggy637
Woody62 wrote: Tue Dec 19, 2023 10:14 am It's kind of like a secret language of slots. The thing about it is, the origin goes way back to the early days of these machines. Back then, they used to have symbols representing different flavors of chewing gum, and the BAR symbol stood for a type of gum. Eventually, even as the gum prizes faded out, the BAR stayed and became a classic slot symbol. It's like a little piece of history still spinning on those reels today!
I've always been so curious about the hidden stories behind slot machines. It's incredible how their origin dates back to the early days, featuring symbols representing chewing gum flavors. The BAR symbol, once a type of gum, persisted through time, outliving the gum prizes to become a classic slot symbol. It's like a small piece of history, spinning on those reels, reminding us of the fascinating evolution these machines have undergone!

Re: Why do Slot Machines say "BAR" on their reels ?

Posted: Fri Dec 29, 2023 7:36 am
by ARCHIE
Gia215 wrote: Ever played slots and noticed the word "BAR" popping up everywhere? It's like a secret code! But why is it there? Let's uncover the mystery together. What's the deal with slot machines and their love for the 'BAR'? If you have an idea comment down below and let's share it to the group 🫶
Of course! There is an intriguing background to the 'BAR' symbol in slot machines. It used to be a representation of the Bell-Fruit Gum Company's emblem, which was used to make the first fruit-flavored gum used in slot machines. The gum awards were eventually swapped out for cash, but the 'BAR' endured as a beloved and recognizable image. It resembles a well-kept link to the origins of slot machines!