{"title":"Museum Antique Bicycles","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"early-1900s-mead-cycle-company-frame-pump-great-shape","title":"Early 1900's Mead Cycle Company Frame Pump: Great Shape!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Mead Cycle Company out of Chicago (and England where it had a factory) made some high quality bikes such as the Mead Ranger around the turn of the century and on to the 1930's (?).  This is an exceptionally nice pump that dates to somewhere between 1900 and 1920, though probably closer to the middle of that range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eExceptional condition for the age.  The pump appears to function just fine, and looks great.  The logos look great!  The plastic casing on the body and handle are in excellent shape with only a couple very minor marks.  The only real issue with the pump is a 2cm long crack near the pump head.  The metal pump head\/tip is in great shape.  The pump's action is super smooth, and the rod is straight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1900 to 1920 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlastic body and handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBrass (?) shaft and tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Swoon Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52467885080716,"sku":"2398","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/img_0879_1200x800_1__14173.1411479079.1280.1280_e0abda95-2641-4926-af5a-a17b04331125.jpg?v=1792333719"},{"product_id":"saxon-twin-tube-bicycle-frame-fork-english-1930s-1940s-restored-54cm","title":"Saxon Twin Tube Bicycle Frame \u0026 Fork: English, 1930's 1940's Restored 54cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #000000;\"\u003eIn the 1930's, 40's, and very early 50's Saxon of Britain produced these luxurious twin seat tube frames.  This split tube allows the rear wheel to be moved forward and spin between the two tubes.  The goal was by shortening the wheelbase, you could make the frame stiffer.  Another famous bicycle that used this split tube theory is the Rigi Strada.  Other's used even more bizarre methods to shorten the wheelbase, such as the Baines Whirlwind Flying Gate (we have one for sale!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDuring World War II, the Saxon company was sold to Claude Butler.  Butler modified the design in 1950, and models after that featured a section of normal seat tube at the top before it split.  This frame does not have this, and is absolutely pre-1950 and likely Pre War.  The final number on the BB serial number is \"38\", possibly indicating the year of make, though this is more likely the number relates to the lugs more than the frame.  There were three sub models produced; the TT Road Race, TT Path, and top of the line Paramount.  It seems the models were more based on the build than the frame, but either way I cannot determine which this frame fits into.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFrame Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe frame has been restored in lovely fashion at some point.  It's paint is a highly metallic burnt orange, which is drop dead gorgeous.  The photos do not do justice just how nice this color is.  The transfers are gold, and a rather elegant font.  The original fork has the light mount on the drive-side leg that was common to English bikes of the day, and a lovely chrome boxed crown.  The bottom bracket is a period correct Bayless Wiley cottered.  The headset is unmarked but appears period correct or close.  The bottom of the BB shell features a single cable guide for a rear derailleur.  Finely crafted pump peg and top tube cable stops.  Nervex lugs (as marked on the BB shell).  Front and rear fender eyelets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMarkings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBottom of bb shell: Nervex, 61 (degree sign) 64 (degree sign) D22 (small \"z\" or \"2\") E38.  The 64 degree likely refers to fork offset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDropouts: Cyclo 9342\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeat lug drive-side: 72.  This indicates 72 degree head\/seat angles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTop Tube: 54cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeat tube: 53.5cm (c-t), 51.5 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perfect cosmetically.  The bottom bracket looks nice but could be cleaned up better and really shine.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saxon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52581541773452,"sku":"3473","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/IMG_5891_1200x800__37819.1428102939.1280.1280_80830bcd-6b27-4d60-8835-9002f85cc572.jpg?v=1792339783"},{"product_id":"baines-whirlwind-flying-gate-international-tt-frame-fork-english-1930s-1940s-blue-56cm","title":"Baines Whirlwind Flying Gate International TT Frame \/ Fork: English 1930's 1940's Blue, 56cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Baines Whirlwind \"Flying Gate\" was made by the Baines Brothers (Reg \u0026amp; Willie) out of Bradford, England from 1935 to about 1952.  The model name is officially \"Whirlwind\", but gained the nickname \"Flying Gate\" from the Flying Gate racing team that rode them.  You've probably noticed the odd frame design, which shortens the wheelbase.  Other bikes such as the Rigi Strada and Saxon Twin Tube (we have one for sale!) made the same shortening effect by splitting the seat tube.  The goal was by shortening the wheelbase, you could make the frame stiffer.  There were three models; the original VS37, the VS38 which lacked seatstays connecting the vertical seat tube, and the International TT, which features a longer 39.5 inch wheelbase more suited for road racing and derailleur gearing.  In the 1970's Trevor Jarvis reproduced the Flying Gate for a few years in the late 1970's.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFrame Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis International TT has the unique distinction of having rear-facing track dropouts!  This frame does have a 39.5\" wheelbase, which according to the catalog scans was only used on the International TT model.  We're not sure why it has track dropouts.  It also lacks any cable stops or fender mounts, which would be more consistent with a VS37.  Perhaps a custom one-off model.  The year of make is undetermined.  It also features front fender eyelets.  The Nervex lugs are finely cut and gorgeous with nice points.  The headset is unknown, as I can't quite read the markings.  It appears period correct.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eIt's unknown if this is original paint or not.  It is definitely the original color many of these were painted, but I was told by a collector of antique bicycles that the transfers are a newer style than they would have used back then. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTop tube: 56cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVertical seat tube: 51cm (c-c), 52.5cm (c-t)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eActual seat tube: 53cm (c-c), 55cm (c-t)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWheelbase: 39.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVery good to great shape.  The frame is straight, with no rust, cracks, bends, dents, etc.  The only imperfection to the structural frame is the non-drive side of the top tube has a small spot where it's ever so slightly out of round.  I didn't even notice it until I had the frame for a month.  It reflects light at certain angles in the way a dent does, but it is not a dent.  The tube is flat, and appears round, yet this quarter sized spot just doesn't feel right.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe paint is in nice shape with some small chips and imperfections.  The decals are in great shape, except the headtube decal which has the top lamination layer peeling at the non-drive edge.  The paint is nice and glossy and doesn't look beat up.  The chips are definitely there, but they're isolated and don't ruin the asthetics of the frame.  The only \"ugly\" part of the frame is the non-drive side of the top of the seat tube, which has large paint chips.  Headset is smooth.  No rust inside bb shell or seat tube.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMarkings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBottom of BB shell: Nervex 61 (degree sign) 64 (degree sign) D22 (small z or 2) E38\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Small Bicycle Frame Builders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52581541871756,"sku":"3472","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/IMG_5858_1200x800__08020.1575593901.1280.1280_00a3d02e-5e88-4b3b-9218-5079cbe294bf.jpg?v=1792339761"},{"product_id":"1960-capo-sieger-30th-anniversary-bicycle-original-parts-1940s-brooks-b17-ambrosio-adjustable-stem-record-open-c-shifters-56cm-beyond-rare","title":"1960 Capo Sieger 30th Anniversary Bicycle: Original Parts 1940's Brooks B17, Ambrosio Adjustable Stem, Record Open C Shifters, 56cm BEYOND RARE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eA pure work of bicycle art of the rarest type.  This bike is a 1960 30\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e Anniversary Capo Sieger, their top of the line model! All of the parts on this frame are original to this bike, and match up with what should have come on this model (except the Brooks B17, which is older. 1940's to very early 50's). The frame features awesomely unique nickel-plated badges; a midieval knight on the seat tube and the Capo logo on the headtube. They are in quite amazing shape! Identified as a 1960 Anniversary model by the 1930-1960 Olympic rings decal on the seat tube and fork. It has a Los Angeles license on the seat tube that expires in 1965 (assuming they lasted 5 years, that confirms this was bought in '60). The serial number of 42652 also estimates a 1960 built date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eThe frame is fully built of double butted Reynolds 531 tubing, with drop dead gorgeous hand-cut lugs. It features brazed on pump pegs and front\/rear fender eyelets. Both the brake and chainstay bridge are drilled for a rear fender. Component highlights are the Ambrosio adjustable quill stem and matching Ambrosio Champion handlebar, gorgeous 1940's Brooks B17 with round logo in exceptional condition, open-C Record shifters, and super rare Agrati cottered crank and pedals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eCapo was founded in 1930 by Otto Cap in Austria. Extremely few Capo bikes were imported to the US (California) in the late 1950's and very early 1960's. Otto's son Harold Cap still owns the company, and reports that “several hundred” Capo bikes were imported to the US in all. There are reports of about a dozen confirmed sightings of Capos in California (2007). Most were the base Modell Campagnolo, and just a few were this racing “Sieger” model. The main differences appear to be the Sieger has a stepped fork crown, as well as chrome stays, lugs, and crown fork legs, where the Modell Campagnolo usually has a flat fork crown and less much less or no chrome. The Modell Campagnolo also had the Capo decal on the downtube instead of the top tube like the Sieger. A lot of the Campagnolo's weren't Reynolds either. *This one has been positively identified as a Sieger by prominent Capo collector John Eldon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eExcellent “aged” condition with a great looking patina! The frame is straight with zero dents, cracks, or bends. It is in prime condition for a wall hanger. If you want to ride it, the drivetrain parts will need some work. Leave the paint as is, or give it a full restoration! Choose your wheels and consumable parts (cables, tires, etc) and ride away into the sunset!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe frame has been given a sympathetic restoration (cleaned and detailed as well as possible without a repaint). It has a lovely patina that I don't dare touch. The paint was originally white, which shows through if you rub the paint real hard. I love the rustic aged look the patina gives it, so I didn't clean this tan\/yellow patina off. Overall the paint is mostly intact though covered in patina. The white main tubes have just a few paint chipped areas, with light corrosion. There are paint chips on the head tube with no rust under them. The Capo decals on the top tube look great. The colored band decals on the seat tube have some areas worn off. The Olympic ring decals on the fork look nice with minor wear. The Reynolds decal is intact though a bit faded, and looks wonderful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe head badge and seat tube badge are in remarkable condition. Almost zero signs of aging. The headtube lug chrome is in great shape with minimal tarnishing. The chrome on the stays looks great and is fully intact with no rust. There is the SLIGHTEST of pitting in spots from where rust was removed. The fork chrome isn't quite as nice, and has some spots where the plating has worn off or peeled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eComponent conditions are listed below in the components section.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE\/DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eSeat tube: 56cm (c-t)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eTop tube: 57cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eHead tube: 146mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eSerial number: 42652\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPONENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAmbrosio adjustable stem (excellent condition)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAmbrosio Champion handlebars (very good shape with some scratching)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eCampagnolo Record rear derailleur (must have been upgraded as the Record didn't come out until 1963). Non original pulleys (Spring is just slightly loose but smooth, pulleys super smooth)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAgrati cottered crankset \u0026amp; bottom bracket: half-step gearing. 52\/49t (light rust in spots. Teeth show very little wear. BB spins a bit rough, has not been rebuilt)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAgrati pedals (rust in spots, bearings a bit loose)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eCampagnolo Record Open C downtube shifters, curved\/bent lever blades. Super rare version. (will need a shim, as the downtube is an undersized )\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eBrooks B17 saddle: 1940's or very early 1950's. Oval side logos (indicates pre-1955), rear badge 1940's to ~1951. Exceptional condition. Leather is very flexible and not dry. Some surface cracking, but none that causes concern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eWeinmann Vanquerer 999 centerpull brakes and levers (great shape)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eSeatpost: Unknown but assumed original. Brooks saddle clamp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eHeadset: Unknown steel model, quite nice. Great shape, smooth bearings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Handbuilt Custom Maker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52590051426444,"sku":"Capo","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/1960_Capo_Sieger_Bicycle_From_Austria__27454.1434150788.1280.1280_151c8032-00a1-4c15-81d7-ae6050641ae0.jpg?v=1792340431"},{"product_id":"hobbs-of-barbican-lytaloy-pedals-gb-professional-toe-clips-1940s-english-fancy-and-rare","title":"Hobbs of Barbican Lytaloy Pedals \u0026 GB Professional Toe Clips: 1940's English Fancy and RARE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHobbs of Barbican out of England focused on bicycles and components to make clubmen more exclusive.  They made the best of the best, and with flair.  They produced most of their components in the 1940's, under the brand name Lytaloy.  These pedals were highly regarded, and considered the equals of Campagnolo pedals which came out 10 years later.  The pedals were often spec'd on club bikes by Hetchins and Claud Butler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe design is distinctive, with a flared center shell and narrow braces on either side.  They are true double sided pedals.  If you don't like it, you could easily strip it and polish it to match the side braces.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe toe clips are period correct English GB Type Professional.  These clips are made of stainless steel, and were considered nearly unbreakable.  They were one of the few British components of the day that were better than the Italian offerings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVery nice used condition.  The cages are straight.  No gouges\/cracks\/bends anywhere.  The cage plates look quite nice with only minor marks.  The shell side braces look great.  The center pieces have some paint wear.  but overall look nice. (these could be stripped and polished).  Dust caps are excellent with only minor marks.  The left spindle spins buttery smooth, astoundingly smooth for the age.  No grit or apparent roughness.  I'd leave this one as is.  The right is a bit rough, and could use a grease or rebuild.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e9\/16\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hobbs of Barbican","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52596193722508,"sku":"-2963","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/IMG_2696_1200x800__36640.1444861735.1280.1280_21cbd6bf-a14a-4ea1-8612-5881e56c7750.jpg?v=1792341253"},{"product_id":"ad-hoc-speciale-tourisme-frame-pump-original-head-hose-4-band-1940s-1950s-1960s-exc-rare","title":"AD-HOC Speciale Tourisme Frame Pump: Original Head \u0026 Hose - 4 Band - 1940's 1950's 1960's - EXC+ RARE!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVery nice and fully functional example of a classy all metal vintage\/antique frame pump.  Throw out your plastic Silca Impero, this one's so much cooler!  Seals hold air well, hose is flexible, and the rod is straight.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis pump is a favorite of the old randonneur riders!  They were often spec'd for 1940's, 1950's, and 1960's Rene Herse, Alex Singer, and Jo Reutens bikes.  They also pop up on early Schwinn Paramount frames and Peugeot PX10's.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eComplete with it's original pump head and hose!  The hose has a neat little spring retainer system that keeps it in the handle's end.  There is speculation that the number of colored bands on these correlates with the pump length.  The threaded cap which the rod slides through is engraved \"Super AD HOC\".  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eExcellent or better show bike worthy condition.  Fully functional and complete.  Pumps air very well.  Seals only let the SLIGHTEST hiss of air past your finger if you push the pump hard.  Rod is straight, and pumps pretty smooth with just a bit of drag.  Metal is free of damage, but has some minor scratching here and there.  Decal and bands look great!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eLength: 478mm (end to end, not including pump head or hose nozzle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSilver w\/ four red and blue bands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMade in France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AD-HOC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52731359166604,"sku":"5461","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/vintage_bike_parts10342__70364.1474935215.1280.1280.jpg?v=1791194150"},{"product_id":"magistroni-senor-3-arm-crankset-cottered-simplex-50-47t-half-step-170mm-chrome-1950s","title":"Magistroni Senor 3-Arm Crankset: Cottered - Simplex 50\/47t Half Step - 170mm - Chrome - 1950's?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSuper rare Magistroni crankset from the 1940's or 1950's.  This model was the popular 116mm 3 pin 116mm BCD setup, with it's original Simplex chainring adapter links and chainrings.  Dual flutes on the crank arms.  Quite rare!  Great for your antique racing bicycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMagistroni was among the most prominent crank manufacturers from the 1930's to early 1960's.  They were likely the actual makers of the Campagnolo 3-arm crank.  Campy essentially killed Magistroni by requiring team racers to run full Campy gruppos or they wouldn't get free parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis set would need a refinishing to look nice, but structurally they're in great shape.  Chainrings show minimal tooth wear.  Some rust and pitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e170mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eChainrings: 50t, 47t Simplex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBCD: 116mm 3 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Swoon Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52990025203852,"sku":"6336","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/vintage_bicycle_crankset_used_13660__76461.1496272727.1280.1280.jpg?v=1791210048"},{"product_id":"nib-nos-magistroni-clip-type-and-threaded-headset-model-253-263-chrome-1950s-to-1960s","title":"NIB\/NOS Magistroni Clip-Type (and threaded)  Headset: Model 253\/263 - Chrome - 1950's to 1960's","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis highly ornate headset seems to be a mix of old and new technologies.  Traditional headclip style headsets that were common on British bikes from the 1930's through 1950's did not have cups that pressed into the head tube or threads, and relied on the clip alone to hold tension.  This one features press-in cups\/races as well as threads on the top race.  The little info on the web seems to indicate this can be used as a traditional headset on any frame\/fork that has a 1\" steerer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe box states to fit 20 gauge - 1 1\/4\" head tubes, which roughly translates to the standard for standard 1\" threaded.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eIt appears this was a very high level headset from the very late 1950's to early 1960's.  The detailing and the chrome are the finest quality.  This headset is very rare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis headset uses loose bearings, which did not come with the headset from the factory (and are not included).  Good chance it uses 1\/8\" bearings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNew in box, near pristine!  The finish on the cup flanges aren't the same high quality as the rest of the headset, and there's a possibility they were installed (though there are NO signs of use).  Chrome is damn near perfect, just some very light surface micro-scratches.  ZERO rust.  Suitable for even the cleanest of show bikes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eChromed steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Swoon Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52992975372428,"sku":"6516","price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/vintage_campagnolo_tools_parts_14008__10010.1502342467.1280.1280.jpg?v=1791210724"},{"product_id":"hetchins-magnum-bogus-hellenic-curly-stay-frame-fork-1950-phase-1-opus-lugs-bi-plane-crown-56cm-built-by-harry-butler","title":"Hetchins Magnum Bogus Hellenic Curly Stay Frame \u0026 Fork: 1950 Phase 1 Opus Lugs \u0026 Bi-plane Crown - 56cm - Built by Harry Butler","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis bizarre and beautiful frameset is an unrestored (forged) Hetchins Magnum Opus (bogus) Hellenic, with vibrant stays and phase 1 lugs.  The lugs, BB shell, head badge, and fork crown are confirmed as genuine Magnum Opus phase I parts, that were made in 1950. The Phase II lugs were released in 1951, and only 66 frames with Phase I lugs were made (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Magnum Opus phase 1 lugs 1950 photos\" href=\"http:\/\/www.hetchins.org\/501mo-01.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #800080;\"\u003emore info\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e). The fork legs and dropouts are not correct for the Opus.  Bottom bracket shell is properly stamped \"British Made\". There is no frame number.  Decals appear possibly original.  They're likely at least period correct (waterslide?) decals.  Good candidate for a restoration, or clean enough to build and ride as it sits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHellenic frames have seatstays that cross over the seat tube and attach to the top tube.  Most proper hellenic frames had traditional straight stays, which resulted in the stays being parallel to the downtube.  Hetchins didn't make curly stay hellenic models because they would have prevented parallel stays and downtube.  Only about 75 proper Hellenic models were ever made, and one or two retrofitted frames that combined the curly stays and Hellenic triangle (\u003ca title=\"Hetchens Hellenic triple triangle\" href=\"http:\/\/www.hetchins.org\/bogus-03.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #800080;\"\u003emore Hellenic info\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eI confirmed with David Miller of Hetchins, this is a forged frame, most likely built by Harry Butler of Yorkshire (or a retrofit he is not aware of).  Miller confirmed these are correct Opus Phase I lugs and fork crown.  Harry is reported to have bought a bunch of Hetchins lugs when one of their factories moved in the 1980's, and he made counterfeit frames out of them and passed them off as the genuine thing.  David Miller of Hetchins is quite aware of this situation, and says while they're certainly not a real Hetchins, and has this to say about them \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e(via \u003ca title=\"Magnum Bogus history\" href=\"http:\/\/www.hetchins.org\/bogus-02.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJim Cunningham C\/O Hetchins website, click for more\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e... I called David Miller to advise him that I had a forgery in hand and to provide him with any assistance he might require. I was prepared to send him the frame or destroy it if requested to do so. Although David confirmed the frame as a forgery by Harry Butler and was upset about it, he surprised me with his suggestion as to what to do with it. He asked that, if we were to refinish the frame with new chrome, paint and decals, it would be up to Hetchins standards in every way. As we had already checked the frame's alignment and corrected the fork problems, I could agree with David Miller's request. I added that I would apply the \"Magnum Bogus\" decal to call attention to the frame's ancestry. And so the \"Magnum Bogus\" was created and sold to a gentleman from New York City, where, to my knowledge, it still resides today.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVery good unrestored condition.  The frame is structurally in great shape, and is free of dents, bends, and rust.  The drive side rear dropout has been replaced, and was painted with a not quite matching blue.  Non-drive dropout is stamped \"Allez\".  Paint is a brilliant metallic blue, and is quite glossy and in pretty nice shape.  It has some small chips and light scratches here and there, but nothing bad.  The worst spots of chips are the dropouts, and insides of the chainstays where there are some bigger chips.  The main tubes and lugs are pretty clean.  Decals have some small chips and wear, but are intact and vibrant.  Certainly clean enough to build up and ride, though if you want a show bike a restoration is in order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMaterial: Likely Reynolds 531 steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTop tube: 56cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeat tube: 56cm (c-t), 54cm (c-c)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHead tube: 130mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeatstays: 444mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCampagnolo seat pin included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBB threads: English\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMade in England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hetchins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53002955358348,"sku":"7530","price":849.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/Hetchins_magnum_opus_phase_1_hellenic_curly_brilliant__2__09027.1529969982.1280.1280.jpg?v=1791213214"},{"product_id":"1938-hetchins-brilliant-frame-fork-fresh-restoration-57cm-vibrant-curly-stays-maroon-pre-war-unbuilt-show-worthy","title":"1938 Hetchins Brilliant Frame \u0026 Fork: Fresh Restoration - 57cm - Vibrant Curly Stays - Maroon - Pre War - Unbuilt Show Worthy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis spectacular and and utterly rare early Hetchins road frame from the 1930's.  It was FULLY restored in England, and has been on display since. Never built since restoration.  This one has a frame number of 811368 on the steer tube, indicating 1938 build date (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Early Hetchins frame numbers serial\" href=\"http:\/\/www.classicrendezvous.com\/British_isles\/Hetchins\/serial_numbers.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esource here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e, The numbers on BB shell are individual lug numbers and not from Hetchins).  It is painted a lovely maroon to red fade.  At the BB shell and 1\/3rd way up the chainstays\/DT\/TT is a deep maroon, and it slowly fades into the wet blood red that spreads to the rest of the frame and fork.  This frame is on consignment from a collector, who tells me it was professionally restored in the UK before they acquired it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Brilliant model in the prewar era had a few versions, the no. 1, no.2, and \"C\".  I haven't figured out exactly the differences in these, but Hetchins.org says the differences were largely in geometry.  The fork crown is the pre-war \"box\" crown.  The lugs are named \"brilliant\", and I believe were made by Chater Lea.  This one has the \"vibrant\" curly stays Hetchins is famous for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFully restored and unridden condition! The paint and decals are immaculate an appear high quality.  There are zero axle marks on the dropouts, and the paint is still fresh on the BB threads.  From 5 feet it looks brand new.  Up close, you will notice just a few very tiny marks in the paint from storage and transportation.  There's a 1-2mm chip on the right side of the crown, and the bottom of the head tube above it. Drive side of head lug on the DT section has little dark spot. On the inside of the driveside dropout, there's a chip at the very back on one of the points.  The underside of the bb has some scratches presumably from being displayed.  Back of seat binder tabs has a chip.  Aside form these, it is nearly perfect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFrame number: \u003cspan\u003e811368 on steer tube (170 on other side of steerer, unknown significance)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop tube: 57cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeat tube: 54cm c-t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead tube: 126mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeat stays, to center of drops: ~422mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear spacing: 120mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeatpost: 26.8mm (measured with seat tube diameter tool, without cinching bolt)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor: Deep maroon to crimson red fade, creamy white panels, gold lug lining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTubing: reynolds H.M. steel (\u003ca title=\"prewar 1930s hetchins catalog\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ebykr.com\/hetchins-bicycles-meticulously-lugged\/ebykr-hetchins-brilliant-1-vibrant-1930s-catalog-page-4\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evia 1930's catalog scan\u003c\/a\u003e in photos)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hetchins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53149145628812,"sku":"RH 5","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/1970s_colnago_super_restored_bicycle_Brown_pantograph_nuovo_record_22922__21940.1557264788.1280.1280_2c33a5c8-9d7a-44d7-a205-2b2a501a1f90.jpg?v=1791215279"},{"product_id":"1930s-saxon-english-track-bike-6-day-racer-57cm-restored-wild-lugs-oscar-egg-durkopp-integrated-hs","title":"1930's Saxon(?) English Track Bike \/ 6-Day racer: 57cm - Restored - Wild Lugs - Oscar Egg - Durkopp - Integrated HS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis out of this world pre-war track bike is a bit of an enigma.  One would think that lugs this distinctive on a 20.2 pound bike from the 30's would be easily identified...but that's not the case.  This frame features integrated headset cups, intricately cut and filed lugs that appear to say \"cmc\", and a top shelf blend of uber rare period correct components spanning England, France, Germany, Italy, and a lil American touch. A lot of research has been to determine it's origins, and the closest match appears to be Saxon 6 day racing frames from the 30's and into the early 1940's.  Several Saxon frames from this era similarly feature integrated headset cups, similar frame angles and dropouts. Furthermore, the seat clusters have a similar slot type cutout.  Our \"best guess\" identification is that Saxon had a wealthy customer request one of their builds with highly modified lugs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe frame has a 57cm top tube and 54cm seat tube (c-c).  The seat angle is quite slack, the head angle a bit steeper.  Main frame tubing diameter is standard, with very thin stays.  The lugs are cut with very long tangs which are roughly in an arrowhead shape.  They feature what may read \"cmc\" in lowercase and read vertically...though they may just be shapes and not letters. We may never know!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe componentry mix is a thing of beauty.  The entire build is full of very rare items all in mint show bike condition.  Some highlights are the ultra thin Durkopp German crankset and chainring, obscure Oscar Egg hubs with grease ports, and the cleanest 1930's Brooks B17 saddles with oval logo that I've ever seen.  The rims have Omelenchuck decals in a deep antique crimson red that really shine against the sea-mint green paintjob.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eGorgeous fully restored show bicycle condition! Zero miles since restoration, and paint is pristine.  It appears to have been ridden quite little even before the restoration judging by the condition of the tubes and components.  All components are near mint to mint with very little wear.  This bike is ready to be put on display in a museum, hung on your wall, or taken to the track to race.  All bearings are buttery smooth and well adjusted, chain\/chainring\/cog show practically zero wear.  Tires are from the 1970's, are supple with no visible tread wear, and hold air, but use caution when riding any 50 year old tires.  The Brooks saddle is in fabulous condition and completely rideable!  Leather is supple and free from any damage aside from some light surface cracking. spiderwebs.  Wheels spin smoothly and true.  All in all, this bicycle needs nothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThere is one very minor thing to note.  On the downtube near the head lug, there's a couple TINY dents or just metal imperfections under the paint.  This appears to have been done long ago, as the paint is perfect there.  They are so shallow that I didn't find them until polishing the frame, and the only way I could photograph them is to note that you can see a slight wave in the light glare on the frame.  (photo has a note highlighting this)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFrame details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeat tube: 54cm (c-t)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTop tube: 57cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHeadtube: 120mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eChainstays: ~437mm center of BB to center of dropouts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eComponents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWheelset: \u003cspan\u003eOmelenchuck labeled tubular rims on Oscar Egg hubs (36H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChainset: Durkopp Fisenmann (German) - 165mm x 24t - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" Pitch block chain Skip Tooth - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCog: 8t (equivalent 81\" gear)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaddle: 1930's Brooks B17 - Oval logo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePedals: Torrington No. 5 Professional Racing Track Pedals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadset: Unknown, engraved \"SE\" inside diamond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStem: Ambrosio Champion (Italian, 1950's)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBar: Unknown deep drop pista bars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTires: Clement Elvezia tubular\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Saxon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53158694256780,"sku":"RV1","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/nos_vintage_bike_parts_suntour_zeus_campagnolo_109_1__41025.1565483178.1280.1280.jpg?v=1791215762"},{"product_id":"1954-rene-herse-650b-randonneur-unrestored-show-bike-61cm-99-original-rh-stem-fc-bb-br-fd-maxi-car-ideale-alloy-mafac-open-back","title":"1954 René Herse 650B Randonneur Unrestored Show Bike: 61cm - 99% Original - RH Stem\/FC\/BB\/BR\/FD - Maxi CAR - Ideale Alloy - Mafac Open Back","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis gorgeous rarity is a 1950's top of the line randonneuse bicycle in a large size for riders roughly 5ft 9 to 6ft 2 tall. It was imported by Alex March for a US collector (confirmed by Alex) in recent years.  It retains its original finish and hand painted logos on the downtube and head tube, tubing decal, and even some of the pinstriping (although the fork was repainted)!  It shows well at trade show—it graced the floors of the 2016 NAHBS, among others.  Also, it is fully rideable and catches quite the amount of attention from bike lovers in the know.  Riding it down the streets of Portland, a surprised double take and a \"damn, nice bike!\" was a common occurrence.  It's been in my custodianship nearly two years in which time I've changed out the few incorrect components its previous owner had installed for proper 1950's pieces.  It has been surreal having this museum piece living among me in my loft, and it's time to pass it on to another soul to love.  Take it on a L'Eroica ride, ride it around your town, take it to bike shows, or display it at your shop or living room! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Note on shipping: Yes, it is a high shipping cost due to the exceptional care in shipping a piece of history such as this requires.  I strongly urge buyers to take a trip to Portland to pick it up and save the shipping cost (select local pickup)! If shipping is required, I would suggest we ship it in a hard case. Contact me and we can work something out*\u003c\/em\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eRené Herse's bicycles were almost without exception custom built, and he did not assign models to them.  There were loose \"models\" in the catalog based upon desired riding purpose, and these were shown to prospective customers for inspiration for their build.  This one is a quite close match to the \"Cyclotourisme (Cyclotouriste)”, which differs from the \"Randonneuse\" by 1) the presence of a rear rack and thus lack of seat tube mounted taillight 2) Phillips randonneur bars vs the Randonneuse model’s road drops, 3) lacks the Randonneuse’s RH modified eccentric shifter.  The only obvious differences between this bike and the Cyclotourisme in the catalog is the catalog bike has internal cable routing, a different JOS taillight setup, and variances in rack style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis one has all the top end features René offered in the early 50's, such as the René Herse crankset and bottom bracket, cantilever brakes, stem with bell mount, suicide front derailleur, carbon brush in headtube for dynamo lighting (not connected), chainstay mounted Cyclo derailleur hanger, hand-cut lugs, and an integrated rear canti cable hanger.  It is VERY close to \"all original\", and has period correct 1950's parts with the exception of the headlamp mounting bolt\/nut, racks, tires, brake blocks, and possibly the cable\/housing.  \u003cspan\u003eTubing is top level ultralight Vitus, with a 28mm downtube instead of the O.S. 30mm Herse's tall bikes usually had.\u003c\/span\u003e  Its components are the top level parts Herse put on his nicest machines, including Maxi-CAR high flange on Mavic Criterium rims \u0026amp; Bell Wingnuts, AD-HOC pump, Ideale 57 alloy rail saddle, Radios\/Jos lights, correct early Mafac levers w\/ fully open backs, Lefol fenders, and what appears to be a Sonn-Net bell sans logos.  The racks were custom made by Mark Guglielmana in the RH style.  Even the chain is correct; a Brampton.  Phillippe Randonneur handlebars are wrapped in cotton tape and coated with amber shellac with rare and proper G.B. plugs.  Note that the generator’s mounting braze on is present, though there is no generator attached.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eIts frame number appears to be 56-54, indicating it was (most likely) the 56th frame built in 1954.  \u003cspan\u003eHerse numbered his bikes with four-digit frame numbers on both underside of crown and non-driveside dropout, with two pairs of numbers separated by a large space.\u003c\/span\u003e  The dropout reads \"54\" only, on the far right side, the crown reads \"56\" on the far left side.  The corresponding pairs on each one must have been worn away with time.  Mike Kone of Boulder Bicycle says \"\u003cspan\u003eit's most likely the 56th bike of 1954 but if not, it's the 54th bike of 1956.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBeautiful show bike condition with its exceptionally nice original unrestored finish and logos, though the fork was repainted by the previous owner.  It presents as a bike that has clearly been cared for and has a lovely light patina to show for its 68 years. The finish has been preserved with two coats of Renaissance Wax.  The frame is straight, and tracks well.  In a pleasant surprise, there are zero dents and very minimal tiny spots of corrosion.  The hand painted logos on headtube and downtube have an almost glowing effect\u003cspan\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003ethe color is so vibrant!  Spots of original pinstriping in that same brilliant amber color are present throughout.  The seat tube Vitus tubing decal features warm colors and is readable but has wear.  The black paint has a medium gloss, certainly not the deep glossiness of a modern paint job but shinier than expected from a 1950's original paint.  From 10 feet away, it could almost pass as a restored bike.  Up close you see large swaths of unblemished glossy paint mixed with adjacent sections of varying patina, most of which is a \"crackle\" effect in the paint.  The only spot of significant paint wear is a slender 5\" long section underside of the top tube with chipped paint from the cable slapping it.  There's also a bit of light chipping on the front of the headtube, much of it on the edges of the bottom lug.  Various lug edges have paint chipping, but none bad enough to spotlight.  There are too many bits of patina on the paint to cover them all, but those are the significant ones.  The photos depict the condition accurately, more so than words could.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAs for the components, they are all in working order and most in brilliant condition with a light patina to match the paint; they have marks to show age but largely do not have significant wear worthy of note.  First thing to note is the non-drive crank arm is NOT cracked; it is a deep scratch.  That was my first thought when I saw the bike and I've examined it thoroughly, it is definitely not a crack but a ~2mm wide \u0026amp; \u0026lt;1mm deep gouge likely from a tool.  Crank and chainrings otherwise are in lovely shape with minimal arm end scuffing.  All bearings are very smooth and well adjusted.  The wheels spin nicely as expected from the superb Maxi Car bearings, the rear wheel is quite true, the front wheel has a spot that's a bit out of true–enough to feel under hard braking.  Front rim decal is still present and readable, rear has worn off.  Hubs are in lovely condition with a bit of fading to the red dust caps \u0026amp; some light pitting on the hub shells.  The headset's top nut and lower cup have some rust.  Saddle leather is supple and plenty of firmness to the top; many miles left in it.  The taillight's plastic has a couple long cracks. Fenders are in excellent shape, no dents and only very light pitting.   Brake arms are very clean, though some hardware has bits of chrome flaking and corrosion.  Brake levers are very clean with supple original (production) hoods and some light scratching throughout the blades.  The stem and bars are in very nice shape.  Pump is fully functional with hose, free of dents, and two of the stripes are faded. Rear derailleur is in lovely condition.  Front derailleur looks great with just a bit of chain rub.  Shifter outer cover plate has much of its silver finish worn off, but looks great otherwise.  Pedals have nice looking patina and some light corrosion in spots, dust caps barely have any scuffing.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFrame details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFrame number: 54\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVitus tubing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeat tube: 61cm (center to top of seat tube), 59.5cm (c-c)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTop tube: 56cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHead tube: 206mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eChainstays: 449mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHead angle: 73 degree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeat angle: 73.6 degree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eComponents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCrankset: Réne Herse 2nd type, double - 170mm x 46\/26t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eStem: Réne Herse 85mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBrakes: Réne Herse 2nd type cantilever\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFront derailleur: Réne Herse \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eRear derailleur \u0026amp; shifter: Cyclo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWheelset: 36H Mavic Criterium rims laced to Maxi-CAR high flange hubs, Bell wing nuts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFreewheel: Atom 4 speed, 15-20t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFenders: Lefol Le Paon mod dep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSaddle: Ideale Mod. 57, alloy rails \u0026amp; Ideale seat clamp (binder bolt not original)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandlebars: Phillipe Randonneur drops, 40cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePedals: Lyotard 460 Course extralight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eLighting: Radios No. 18 \u0026amp; JOS F.R.C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBell: Appears to be a Sonn-Net without logos. Alloy striker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swoon Cycles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53343518392460,"sku":"1250110","price":11999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/5144\/9740\/files\/Rene_herse_650b_randonneur_hiker_1950s_61cm_xl_unrestored_camper_maxi_car_20308-2__98402.1664211534.1280.1280_d686b72f-a709-42a4-97dd-c41fd0dda905.jpg?v=1791033772"},{"product_id":"57cm-rotrax-vel-d-hiv-path-racer-track-frameset-1950-s-ornate-lugs-british-top-level-exquisitely-restored","title":"57cm Rotrax Vel D'Hiv Path Racer \/ Track Frameset: 1950's - Ornate Lugs - British Top Level (Exquisitely Restored)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis is one of the most opulent frames I've had in my shop these last 15 years! \u003cspan\u003eThe Vel D'Hiv model was intended as a dual purpose path racing and track use, and some of them came drilled for brakes for road\/path use like this one. It was one of their three high end models alongside the road specific Super Course and later the Concours which came in both road and track format. \u003c\/span\u003eThe deep black finish with extremely well done lug lining screams class, and the world champion stripe decals + winged logo on the seat tube give it some levity. Then there's those LUGS! They're reminiscent of Hetchins Vade Mechum lugs, but with more symmetrical swirls and an even fancier window cutout head lugs. The fork crown is a flat bi-plane design. The brake bridge is a pretty arch, with unique reinforcement \"claws\" that wrap half way around the seatstays as if it were a beast.  High end Rotrax frames are VERY rare, especially in the US. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e(Via Classic Lightweights) \"\u003cspan\u003eRotrax Cycles was founded in 1945 at 132 Shirley Road, Southampton. There had long been a cycle shop which specialized in lightweight bikes on the premises which in the 1930s had been run by Bill Harvell. He sold the business to Freddy Prince who was a local businessman and cyclist. He was newly demobbed from the RAF and coined the new name Rotrax from the common name road\/track used for bikes ridden on both the road and track with a fixed wheel.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis frame has been given a gorgeous restoration complete with water transfer decals. The black paint is GLOSSY, reflective, and well-applied. The gold lug lining is among the neatest I've seen on a restoration. I don't know who painted it, but they did a damn fine job. It has drillings for a head badge, which is not present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first two digits of the frame number indicate the year. The frame number on the BB is quite hard to read. The last 4 numbers I THINK I have right, but the first two are only an educated guess. The best I can read is either 52767 or 57767, making this either a 1952 or 1957 build date. I strongly suspect it's a 1952, as it seems the head lug's window tangs had disappeared by 57'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExquisitely restored and repainted condition. At first look it appears freshly painted. It's been built since the restoration but based on the condition it's seen practically zero miles. There's barely any wear past light axle marks on dropouts and wear on the bottom of the bb shell from resting on the ground. There's a touch of wear just north of the driveside fork end, and the Rotrax decal on the seat tube has 3 little pieces missing. There's also faint paint wear on the seatstay cap's sharp edges. Aside from these mentioned there's a few marks but they are very inconsequential. It doesn't appear a front lamp or either brakes were installed post-restoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFrame number: 52767? 57767? 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