For Sale: 1940's-50's unknown chrome plated track frame and fork.

     This is a really nice, original chrome plating track frame fork we got not too long ago. I was told by the previous owner that it is a BSA, but I am not 100% sure. The only mark it has on it is the serial number #4021 stamped on the back of the seat lug and the drive side drop out. There is a BSA decal on the head tube, but it is not original. I believe they are letters  bought at a hardware store or something and applied a long time ago, they are old. The chrome plating is original and in fantastic condition for its age. Very little if any at all peppering. Also included is the original BSA head set, which has integrated type cups and would be difficult to source. It feels very good for its age, could use an overhaul. The head tube and seat tube angles are very relaxed, more like a path racer type bike except the fork crown is not drilled for a brake and the rear brake bridge is very dainty (thin) and could not even be drilled safely to accept a rear brake. It has nice keyhole type lugs (BSA, perhaps) which have been thinned out some. The BB shell has a zirc (oiler) fitting and is English threaded. The ends of the seat stays at the drop outs are uncapped. The fork blades are "D" shaped and not round.  Rear spacig is 115mm and front spacing is 100mm. Frame and fork are in alignment. No dents or dings, very well cared for. Requires a 26.8 seat post, which will be included as well (original to the bike).
     The measurements are as follows:

• Seat tube: 56CM CTC
• Top tube: 61CM CTC
• Stand over height: 32" (with head set installed and air in the tires)

    Cost is $420.00 plus S/H which will need to be calculated depending on location. We can also deliver to upcoming swap meets on the east coast. Westminster, Copake, Trexlertown , Monson, etc. Please contact me at: bikeville@gmail.com with any questions.
Thanks!

 

Columbia Sports Roadster

     Keeping in step with the New Departure posts, this is a pretty awesome bike we recently got in. it is a Columbia Sports Roadster model from the 1940's. It has the blacked out New Departure hubs and handle bars (war time effort) which look great against the original black paint. Ornate chain guard and cool painted and striped rims. The decals are in great shape (original). I really like American decals of this era, great color, design, and typography. Really nice survivor. My favorite part about this bike are the Pennsylvania lightweight tires. I wonder if they were made by Carlisle? This bike really looks like a Schwinn new World model  at a quick glance, but something about it is more appealing to my eye. Enjoy.

Super rare Hetchins on Ebay UK

     This is a really unique and early Hetchins currently on Ebay UK. Early example from 1941, only a few known to exist! The rear drop outs are especially interesting, see the catalog image below for more info. Also, I might note that the image is borrowed from the CR list. Check it out!
Hetchins!


 

Cool shop bike: Unknown British path bike

     This is another one of my favorite bikes in the shop's collection. It is a somewhat of a mystery because I do not know the maker, which makes it all the more intriguing. I believe it to be British based upon a few details, I also estimate it to from the late 1940's- early 50's. First is the pencil thin style seat stays. A neat detail is how they are un-capped at the top. I do not know of a reason for this other than aesthetic and perhaps cost saving. The chain stays are also open at the rear drop outs and the fork blades. They are nicely done. The head lugs are very well executed with large window cut outs. The same is true for the fork crown. I like the integrated head set cups as well.  The fork is also unique because of how the blades flare out sideways from top to bottom. the photo showing this does not really do them justice. Very elegant.
     A very nice Major Taylor style stem with a unique lamp bracket is also a nice touch. The wheels are B.H. Air Lite hubs laced to Dunlop lightweight 27 X 1 1/4" rims. These rims were favored for their durability and light weight even after aluminum rims came into play. a nice older Brooks B 17 Champion narrow saddle with drilling is also very aesthetically pleasing and durable.  The bike was re painted many years ago. Hopefully someday soon we will finish putting it together and get some miles on it. Maybe with a Chater Lea bottom bracket and cranks?