Mate.. it doesnt matter.

Jacks no fool... he has set up a whole new pinball company and has obviously figured he can survive quite well making 2500+ premium machines. Whatever jacks business plan for the pinball side of things is, is irrelevant.. you will never find out as it is HIS plan... maybe over 5 years.. maybe 10 years.. its not your question to ask.

You do seem very concerend about other peoples business

this is something that has alway iritated me with my place, people who have never run (or worked ) in a Bakery trying to tell me how to run my place, it is none of their business
do I sell an a product you like? that is your business
are my prices fair? that is your business
how many pies do I sell per day? none of your business
do I want your tips on how to improve my business? Nope