Say ordirtfisher, I assume you are talking about 4 $10 strikes at 1 time. And not 4 $200 strikes at one time.

And yes, depending on the strike machine you are playing at. And how the strike machine is paying at the time you played it. As well as which $200 you are playing for. You might can be better off buying a $200 on the side. And a lot of times you are better off.

But, you miss the fun of playing for 1. As well as the fun of winning/getting it. And the great conversation with other collectors. As well as every day persons who pass by and watch a minute or 2 or so. I have met many many fine people at silver strike machines. As well as a FEW jerks. Thank goodness NOT MANY. The good people far far far out number the jerks.
Happy playing,
Dan