 | Debutante (1962, Schwinn) - 1962 SCHWINN DEBUTANTE, THE WHITE/ROSE BIKE WAS ONE OF SCHWINN'S HIGH END GIRLS BIKE'S AND THE LAST YEAR FOR THE DEBUTANTE. IT WAS SOLD AS YOU SEE IT. THIS WAS THE ONLY COLOR OFFERED IN 1962 FOR THE DEBUTANTE. Entry Submitted by DOUG DEGRASSI |
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 | Ranger (1930's, Mead) - Here is my mead ranger, I'm a young teenage collector and i wanted a toolbox tank bicycle. These are photos i took once i got the bike. It has balloon tires but it is really a 28 inch. It is in the process of restoration, and i would like to know if someone can show me pics of the front headlight mount. Entry Submitted by Bryan Rivera |
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 | 1940 Cleveland Welding Western Flyer (1940, Western Flyer) - Marc Pfisterer's 1940 Cleveland Welding built Western Flyer Deluxe is an outstanding example of early 1940's bicycle styling. Western Flyer bicycles were the brand name of Western Auto stores. The tank on this bike, referred to in the collecting hobby as the "4-gill tank" is a very rare piece that was designed to fit these frames with the taller he... |
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 | 3 Speed Sport (1962, Raleigh) - All original Raleigh 3 Speed Sport.
Hokey stick chain guard, Brooks B72 saddle and baskets front and rear.
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 | 4 Star Deluxe (1940, Elgin) - This is a original 1940 girls Elgin 4 star deluxe. I have put aftermarket tires and tubes on to make more fun to ride. Otherwise this bike is all original. Entry Submitted by Jeff Taylor |
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 | 4 Star Deluxe (1940, Elgin) - 1940 boys Elgin 4 star deluxe Twin bar. In the process of restoring. Also a 1940 4 star deluxe ladies bike. Entry Submitted by Jeff Taylor |
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 | 5 Star Superb (1948, Columbia) - 1948 Columbia 5 Star Superb. Nice original paint bike. Don't see
many of the black and white ones. Entry Submitted by Marc Pfisterer |
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 | 5 Star Superb (1949, Columbia) - 1949 Columbia 5 Star. All original. Just in perfect shape. Only 9 +
bike I own. Looks like it was barely ridden. Entry Submitted by Marc Pfisterer |
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 | Admiral (1920, Henderson) - In 1917 Henderson sold out both it's Bicycle Division as well as it's Motorcycle Division to Ignaz Schwinn. Schwinn was being asked constantly to come up with new and private labels for companies like Goodrich, Dayton Department Stores and other national chains. He figured it would be a great marriage to bring the Henderson into his line of bikes... |
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 | Aerocycle (1934, Schwinn) - A beautiful older restoration, still in immaculate condition. Original parts except for the tires and grips. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Aerocycle (1936, Schwinn) - Rare original blue Aerocycle. one of the pics shows it when it was pulled out of an old barn. it's under house paint but the seatpost down tube wasn't painted. Entry Submitted by ken cook |
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 | Airflo (1939, Shelby) - Restord, repainted and rechromed 1939 girl's Shelby Airflow. Aluminum chainguard, gullwing bars, quite the rider. Entry Submitted by Aaron Thomas |
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 | Airflo (1936, Cadillac) - This is an early style Shelby built Airflo bicycle, branded as a Cadillac. There was no association with the Cadillac Motor Car Company. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Airflo (1937, Lindy) - Excellent condition original paint and chrome 1937 Shelby Airflow sold with "Lindy" badge. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Aristocrat (1935, Colson) - An older restoration with paint by Bob Strucel, This bike is immaculate and sports steel clad wood rims, speedo and Delta horn. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Arrow (1939, Hiawatha) - Shelby built Hiawatha Arrow exclusive tank for Gambles. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Arrow (1940, Hiawatha) - Shelby built Hiawatha Arrow, sold by Gambles Hardware Stores. For more info, click here. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Autocycle (1938, Schwinn) - Original paint jewel tank autocycle with rare double duty looking fork. Extremely rare. Entry Submitted by Brandt Tim |
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 | Autocycle (1938, Schwinn) - This is a fine original paint example of the very rare and desirable, first year, 1938 Schwinn Cantilever Autocycle. All parts are original except for the repop Goodrich tires. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Autocycle (1937, Schwinn) - Original maroon paint 1937 Schwinn Autocycle. The nicest ORIGINAL PAINT Prewar bike I have ever seen or owned. Entry Submitted by Aaron Thomas |
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 | Autocycle (1940, Schwinn) - This bike was found in Michigan under a heavy coat of black housepaint. After 40 plus hours of cleaning, the original paint shines through !! Only one in the "Thunderbird" motif I've ever seen !! Sports a nonembossed tank, gothic fenders and the most unusual original Schwinn paint I've seen !! Entry Submitted by Aaron Thomas |
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 | Autocycle (1938, Excelsior) - Ground up restoration using leaded Schwinn paint. All original parts. Chrome work done by Bob at Verne's Chrome. Thanks to all who helped me in this project...Aaron Thomas, Bob Ujzsaszi, Tim Brandt, Diana Foley, Dirk Adams, Joey Gudino...to name a few. See what 18 months of sobriety gets an old alkie like myself! Entry Submitted by J.C. Rezniko... |
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 | AutoCycle LSA207 (1937, Schwinn) - All original bike purchased from the family of the original owner, loaded with extra accessories which were added at the time of purchase according to the owner's family. Features:
• Fore-wheel brake, with "shorty" handle
• Patent Appl'd For Locking fork with 2 keys
• New Haven Streamlined Bicycle Clock
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 | B-6 (1949, Schwinn) - 1949 Schwinn B-6 in hard to find factory special order only colors brown and tan. Entry Submitted by Marc Pfisterer |
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 | B-6 (1949, Schwinn) - 1949 Schwinn B-6. 100% original. Rare one year only model with Phantom style rack and light. Special order brown and tan w/ red pinstripe paint scheme. Front and rear drum brakes. Locking springer. Beautiful example of originality and style. Entry Submitted by J.C. Reznikoff |
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 | B6 Autocycle (1949, Schwinn) - This is a custom restored 1949 Schwinn B6 Autocycle. The paint scheme is a traditional Autocycle design. The color scheme is modeled after the Hands and Feet Project logo. The custom leather logo seat was made by SchwinnXchange. The bicycle is approximately 90 percent original parts. Enjoy the photos. Entry Submitted by craig hentcy |
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 | Badge (Flying Merkel) - Flying Merkel was a motorcycle brand name from the teens, but they also sold a few bicycles. This is the head badge from one of their bicycles. The bicycles were made for them by the Miami Cycle Company of Middletown, Ohio. Entry Submitted by dave the wave |
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 | Bike room (Morrie Turner) - Morrie Turners bike room. Look at all those headlights and cool bikes! Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | Black Phantom (1950's, Schwinn) - Restored Schwinn Black Phantom with whitewall tires, streamline fender light, tail light and both front and rear Schwinn patented "Forewheel" drum brakes. Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | Black Phantom (1949, Schwinn) - 1949 Schwinn black phantom serial #f28xxx. This bike was restored in 1998 using original and NOS parts. the Forewheel brake and stop lite are NOS. The seat is the correct Messinger B1 Deluxe for this year. Entry Submitted by Steve Mc Cann |
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 | Black Phantom (1951, Schwinn) - The Schwinn Black Phantom was the dream of every boy in the 1950's. This model was available in two other colors, red, and green. It is also rumored that a blue model was sold in 1955, but this is now known to only be true of a ladies model for that year. Entry Submitted by Marc Pfisterer |
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 | Blackhawk (1933, Elgin) - The Elgin Blackhawk was styled after motorcycles of the day. The "tank" had a door on the right side that opened up to allow access to the battery and room to store tools, marbles, frogs, or whatever else a young boy might have treasured in 1933. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Blackhawk (1935, Elgin) - Excellent condition original paint and chrome 1935 Elgin Blackhawk. This bike sports all the factory correct deluxe parts. Steel clad wooden rims, Heavy duty tires, Red Troxel saddle, speedo, handlebar mounted light and truss mounted horn, Delta Defender tail light. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Boys Moto Bike (1915, Excelsior) - An original unrestored 1915 Boys Tank Moto Bike in original Red Paint and Striping. Includes Oogah Horn and Extra Large Delta Battery Tube and Tea-Cup Lamp. Yellow Glass rear Reflector, Stainless Steel Fenders and New Departure 'Model A' Hub. Fitted with Modern White Semi-Ridable 28" Napolean Treaded Tires. Entry Submitted by JP Fereday |
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 | Breeze (1967, Schwinn) - Painstakingly restored 1967 Chicago Schwinn Breeze (Serial # FC51906). This 42-year-old beautiful classic has a Bendix 2-Speed Automatic rear hub, rear coaster brake and front hand brake. I used 90% of the original parts (ie: fenders, seat, pedals, sprocket/crank, headset, etc.). It was an arduos task, but well worth the result. Entry Submitt... |
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 | Brochure - Black Phantom (1949 - 1950, Schwinn) - Copy of 1949-1950 schwinn "black phantom" sales brochure. note the "messinger deluxe b-1" seat and the white wall "u.s. royal master casings," which were issued for 1949 and 1950. Entry Submitted by steve mc cann |
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 | C Model (1937, Liberty) - This is a beautiful condition original paint 1937 Schwinn Liberty C Model. With 2 speed New Departure rear hub and fore wheel brake and Goodyear G3 tires. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Cantilever Autocycle (1937, Schwinn) - A 1937-serial numbered Schwinn Cantilever Hanging-Tank Autocycle. Has welding-gas relief factory holes at the end of Cantilever bars!! Sports SUPER rare Double Duty forks!! Painted in original Coach Green and True Ivory Schwinn paint !! Entry Submitted by Aaron Thomas |
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 | Catalog Page (1933, Western Flyer) - This photo of a page from a 1933 Western Auto Supply Store catalog, submitted by Dave Nash shows an early "Balloon Tire" bicycle offering.
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 | CENTURY model # 30 (1892, Columbia) - This "safety" bike was named the Century because it was built 400 years after Columbus discovered America. It came with a 30 inch front wheel and a 28 inch rear wheel. It has pneumatic tires, which were the newest in tire technology for that time. It is un-restored and complete except for the brake. The catalog states that some people may remove th... |
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 | Chainless (1901, Pierce) - Nickel plated Pierce chainless. Early Pierce bicycles were the product of the Pierce Arrow automobile company, but were not called "Pierce Arrow"... rather just "Pierce". This bicycle is on display at the Pedaling History Bicycle Museum in Orchard Park, NY. Entry Submitted by Dave Stromberger. |
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 | Champion (1941, Huffman) - 1941 Huffman champion project. Springer front
fork and light needed. Hard to find rear rack there. Entry Submitted by Marc Pfisterer |
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 | Champion, Twin Flex (1940 - 1941, Huffman) - This is a very fine example of an original paint Huffman Twin flex, sold as a Western Flyer. Tires are near Nos Western Auto Supply.Pedals and Speedo are also Western Flyer. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Chief (1919, Sears) - 1919 Sears "Chief" 28in.has New Departure coaster brake.I got this on a farm in Minnesota that had indian burial mounds on it.in other words I found this bike on "Sacred Grounds" Entry Submitted by dave the wave |
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 | Colorflow (1954, J.C. Higgins) - My Dad and I restored this 1954 Colorflow in 2007. This is not a factory color but I was going for a more retro mod look :) Entry Submitted by Hannah Schroller |
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 | Colorflow (1953, J.C. Higgins) - This is my original 1953 boys JC Higgins bike curently on display in our Nostalgic Reflections Transportation Museum.
Bike Badge and decal maker, Jerry Turner Entry Submitted by Jerry Turner |
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 | Colorflow (1950's, J.C. Higgins) - Ladies' JC Higgins Colorflow vintage bicycle in original (to the best of my knowledge) condition. 1950-1952? Blue two-tone paint, batwing headlight, tail-light. Minor dings, scratches in paint, some rust on chrome. All jewels in tank. Original tires. Very complete bike. Need to sell in order to stay in my apartment. :-( Love it? Make it yours! Entr... |
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 | Commander (1936, Colson) - Art deco bike designed by Wilbur Henry Adams industrial designer from Cleveland.Unlike anything on the market at that time and was not very popular.Only a handful are in existance today. The largest head badge ever for Colson. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Commander (1937, Colson) - Outrageous design by Wilbur Henry Adams resulted in this art-deco beauty of a bicycle. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Corvette (1963, Schwinn) - My 63 corvette is very origional, teardrop reflector, front rack, english 3-speed, chrome all over, and a rare star-burst badge. It is a very good rider. Entry Submitted by conrad smoot |
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 | Crusader (1920's, Mead) - all original 28in.has United States Rubber Chain Tread,New Departure Model C coaster brake.Troxel saddle. Entry Submitted by dave the wave |
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 | Cushioner (1941, Colson) - One of the rarest bikes out there.This bike is an original(not reproduction) twin cushionair frame. It is an older restoration with great color scheme painted by Bob Strucel and still in beautiful condition. A spectacular prewar design. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Custom Autocycle (1953, Schwinn) - this is a 1953 schwinn 20" B6 that i converted to an autocycle with all original parts. Including pogo seat, Seiss lights, Fender bomb, Drum brakes, Etc. All parts mint or New Old Stock. All original paint except for fenders were Powdercoated to match paint. Made it a 3-speed with new old stock rear sturmey archer drum brake. Entry Submitted by Pab... |
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 | Custom Motorized - Safety Streamline (1936, Huffman) - I dont have a clue what it really is but im restoring it anyhow, I aquired one evening on a vintage snowmobile buying trip, I collect and restore snowmobile, cars and now I guess im restoring bikes , its a really cool bike, not sure who made it, or if its original or not, done matter, its being restored,and beings how I have the "real" Indian Motor... |
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 | Cycle Truck (1930's-40's, Roadmaster) - Here's an old Roadmaster Cycle Truck I rescude from sure doom Two days ago.The searial number under the crank is D24645 , It's got Eclipse Machine division hubs front and rear. Stamped on the front hub is 36 11 . Stamped on the rear hb is M4 36 10 Which leads me to think its a 1936 model bicycle. (editors note: M4 indicates 4th quarter 1943) Wh... |
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 | Cycleplane - Motorbike (1935, Schwinn) - Completely restored in Mead Brown and Tan, all chromework done by Bob Barnes of Vernes Chrome in SoCal, I did the paint. Entry Submitted by Aaron Thomas |
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 | Deluxe Racer (1966, Schwinn) - Mostly complete bike, missing the brake cables and from some reason all the shifting mechanisms. Pulled it from the wifes grandfathers garage. Entry Submitted by jason rollins |
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 | Deluxe Typhoon (1967, Schwinn) - This Typhoon is somewhat unusual due to its Radiant Coppertone paint, and the 3-speed Sturmey-Archer hub. The 3-speeds often appeared on Jaguars, Corvettes, and Tigers, but only rarely on Typhoons. Also, most mens middleweights of the era were Flamboyant Red, so the Coppertone color is unusual and distinctive. Of all my middleweights, this beaut... |
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 | Derby (1938-40, Derby) - I just purchased this prewar 1930's Murray built "Derby" bicycle. It was repainted years ago and has a few incorrect parts. I'm not an expert on this particular make or model so if anyone can help me with correct parts and information on this prewar bicycle I'd really appreciate it. Please forward all emails to drzira40@msn.com Entry Submitted by E... |
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%20ofSHOW%20BIKES%20006.jpg) | Diamond Frame (1915, Elgin) - All original 28 inch diamond frame as shown in the 1910's Elgin Catalog page 844. This bike has Delta lights, battery box and tires made in Indiana. Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | Double-Eagle (195, Goodyear) - This is my origonal Goodyear Double-Eagle. This is one of my better $20 garage sale finds. Entry Submitted by conrad smoot |
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 | DX (1952, Schwinn) - This is My wifes 1952 B.F Goodrich headbadged D-X. It is equipped with drop center rimstha need replating a horn tank ,nine hole rack areal nice troxel saddle redone by me. For some reason this bike is not a skiptooth but has the more deluxe 1/2" pitch chain wheel and sprocket wich makes it faster than my hornet!!! Entry Submitted by Dave Pappas |
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 | DX (1940, Schwinn) - Full restoration,Lincoln head badged DX red and creme paint with lots of chrome. Lobdell rims with Typhoon repro red rubber tires. rear hub is a 7 speed to help flatten out the hills.this bike is equipped with locking deluxe knee action fork to flatten out the bumps and it rides like a dream. Entry Submitted by Dave Pappas |
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 | DX (1946, B.F. Goodrich) - This bike has been in the family since new. I restored it myself the best I could and have ridden it since 1965. Entry Submitted by monte strodtman |
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 | Excelsior Cycleplane (1935, Schwinn) - 1935 Schwinn Cycleplane. Ground up restoration using all original parts and correct color matched Aaron Thomas paint. It took a year but well worth it! Entry Submitted by J.C. Reznikoff |
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 | Fleet Wing (1960's) - Red Fleet Wing just purchased: seeking info. Entry Submitted by Joe Pettis |
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 | Fleetwood (1953, Murray) - 1953 Murray Fleetwood somewhat customized by virtue of the (incorrect) Western Flyer 53-x tank and rear emblem above the reflector housing. The tank is different in form to the one that would be correct for this bike, and they did not come with any kind of emblem above the rear reflector. (red string in the springer is a temporary fix to stop it fr... |
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 | Fleetwood Supreme Twin Flex (1938, Firestone) - 1938 Huffman made for Firestone stores Fleetwood Supreme
Twin Flex. Nice original bike. H3 Morrow rear hub dates this to
the 3rd quarter of 1938. Nice original Firestone High Speed
blackwall tires. Persons supreme pedals and Troxel seat. Straight
downtube and flat fender braces also date this to 1938 only. In
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 | Flocycle (1937, Monark) - All original except for the rear reflector housing and lens. Note the hex shaped handlebar and fork strut tubing. The unique leaf spring behind the bottom bracket allows the rear seat stays of the bike to flex, givng the bike a soft ride. The rear stays of the frame also have spring steal rod inside the aluminum tubing. Entry Submitted by steve mc ... |
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 | FLYER (1933, Colson) - ALMOST RIDABLE COLSON. NOT SURE OF YEAR, BIKE HAS A LOT OF CHROME, NOT NICKLE. FRAME IS DARK MAROON WITH WHITE DARTS AND GOLD PIN STRIPES. IF ANYBODY KNOWS ANYTHING ABOUT THIS BIKE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL. Entry Submitted by Jeff Taylor |
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 | Flyer (1940, Shelby) - Completely restored 1940 Shelby Flyer badged "No Nose." All chromework by Bob Barnes at Vernes Chrome Plating in SoCal, Lobdell seat restored by Bob Uszjaszi, paint by Aaron Thomas. Entry Submitted by Aaron Thomas |
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 | Flying Ace (1941, Firestone) - Original unmolested 1941 Colson Built Firestone Flying Ace.
Complete bike with fair to good paint and a really nice patina. Entry Submitted by John Dombrowski |
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 | Folding Bicycle (1960's, Hi-Lo) - Picked up the folder at a swap meet. Some people have told me that these are/were popular in Saudi. Have ben told it might be a Monark but I have not been able to positivly identify it. Any help would be appreciated.
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 | Four Star Ladies (1940-41, Elgin) - Labeled the "4-Star Girls' Elgin Sport Model" in the 1940 Sears spring and summer catalog, this was the next most expensive ladies model this year, topped only by the Deluxe Equipped model nicknamed the "Miss America". Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | Geared High Wheel (1888, Facile) - Early use of gearing in a bicycle is evident in this Facile bicycle. Because of the gearing, it was possible to make the front wheel smaller while still allowing the rider to achieve some speed. Entry Submitted by Dave Stromberger |
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 | Girls model (1957, J. C. Higgins) - This is very nice original J.C. Higgins deluxe model. It features a "Cat's Eye" rear reflector and motorcycle style Delta headlight. The visor built into the headlight bezel identifies this as a 1957 model. The 1956 model was very similar. 1957 would be the last year that a balloon tire bicycle was listed in the standard Sears catalogs. Entry Submi... |
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 | Hawthorne Deluxe (1940-1941, Wards) - This Hawthorne though not a comet has the comet stamped tank, it also has an EA labs horn unit and shock master forks. It was restored/house paint sometime before 1965 and still bares the 1965/67 bicycle license tag. Though the paint job was very poorly done it still looks pretty cool. the serial # is E93579 Entry Submitted by Davon Kars |
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 | Hercules (1960's, AMF) - I built this for a close friend of mine. I found this bike sitting in the back room of a bicycle shop where it had sitting for a few months. I knew the man that ran the shop so for 75 bucks I took it home and built it as the new owner wished. Entry Submitted by joshua moore |
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 | High Riser (1971, Vindec) - as new. My grandfather found it in his attic, all wrapped in its protective plastic. Entry Submitted by Pierre Badin |
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 | Hollywood (1937, Excelsior) - This bike is completely original except tank and tires (Carlisle All White Lightning Darts). The rear fender is unusual as pointed out by Bob Ujzsaszi as it is a boys fender with the same amount of patina as the rest of the bike. May have been a Schwinn factory job or a later replacement. One of the cleanest I have ever owned. Thanks to Jackie ... |
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 | Hollywood (1937, Schwinn) - "Mostly" original paint girl's model 1937 Schwinn Hollywood. Tank, rack and chainguard were painted to match the original paint frame, fork and fenders. Entry Submitted by Aaron Thomas |
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 | Hornet (1948, Schwinn) - Here is my as found hornet It is equipped with a nine hole rack, non knurled S-2 rims deluxe chain guard , delta torpedo light, horn tank and a locking truss front fork . this is my daily rider Entry Submitted by Dave Pappas |
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 | Hornet (1952, Schwinn) - Original--State Fair ribbons for the most accesories. Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | Imperial (1937, Imperial) - This fully restored Colson built Imperial features a striking black and red paint job with bright yellow accent pinstripes, and art-deco chrome insert on the tank. It features a Delta Hornlite on the front fender, and a Delta Defender tail light on the rear fender. Notice the swan like goosneck, which was a Colson exclusive. This bike also sports a... |
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 | Imperial (1930's, Colson) - All orig except the Magna aftermarket pedals which, although not repro's, did not come with the bike. Persons 'teardrop' pedals would be correct for this bike. 'Waterfall' headbadge is also repro. Entry Submitted by marc poberejsky |
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 | Imperial model 07468 (1938, Colson) - Super rare 1938 Colson Imperial model 07468 almost complete.Missing Delta Firefly reflector and correct aluminum hornlight. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Indian (1915, Hendee) - 1915 Hendee Indian all original except for the seat. Even has the hard to find light and cyclometer. They are usually pictured in the literature. Headbadge was used on 1915 and 1916 Indians. Entry Submitted by Marc Pfisterer |
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 | Jaguar Mark IV (1962, Schwinn) - The Jaguar was top-of-the line for Schwinn middleweights in 1962. When fully equipped with a three-speed hub, like this Radiant Red example (same "candy red" color Schwinn later called Flamboyant Red), they were spendy. The Jaguar, with it's rear "crutch tip" rack, German "dual articulated" front rack, "ball" headlamp, and "teardrop" rear reflect... |
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 | Jaguar Mk IV (1961, Schwinn) - I got this bike from the 1st owner, all I did to it was air up the tires, wash it, replace the speedo, (I paid more for that than the bike) and added the cable wrap.
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 | Juvenile 20" (1952, Schwinn) - This bike was in a New Jersey police storage since last licensed (1962). Rare 20" with all the goodies. A bath, a NOS set of whitewall Typhoons and a NOS seat for the final touch! Entry Submitted by J.C. Reznikoff |
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 | Ladies Bicycle (1916, Somme Cycle Works) - NOTE: Ordinarily we focus strictly on American made bikes here at Nostalgic.net, but this one submitted by Peter Robb was cool enough to bend the rules! 28" wheeled ladies Frame distributed by L.Hopkins of Tancred Street, Ashburton, New Zealand. Imported from France we assume in jet black and painted here in solid dark teal and very fine silver pin... |
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 | Ladies Bicycle (1960's, Stelber) - Stelber bicycles are very rare, but not because they didn't make a lot of them. They were very low quality bicycles and few survive today. Some of the construction techniques are very different. Check out how the crank housing is made! These bikes usually had fewer spokes in the wheels than the standard 36, and it wasn't to save weight either! Ent... |
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 | Ladies Bicycle (1941, Hawthorne) - I have had this bike for roughly 10 years. I believe the parts are mainly original... (updated the tires !)
The skirt guard is super fun (and functional!) And the front springer fork rocks!
It was my commuter in grad school (quite a workout in Corvallis Oregon)
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 | Ladies Bicycle (1940's, Western Flyer) - ALthough this appears to be primarily a Western flyer, there are definitly some mixed parts, it is very similar to a 1939 and 1955 Murray (Mercury) Aeroflyte Entry Submitted by John Standish |
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 | Ladies Cruiser (Early 1950's, Hawthorne) - Found in great condition, with little rust on the bright shiny green paint! The bars and stem are far gone and will need re-chroming, along with most all of the metal parts. ALL original parts down to the headlight lens and tires. What a gem! Entry Submitted by Justin Beck
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 | Ladies L1 (1940-41, Silver King) - One of the last years of production, this bike was built up around a very complete barn fresh original. The rare gothic aluminum fenders,rear light and lens, butterfly kickstand, chaingard,crank, chainwheel and rims are all original to this particular bike. The saddle, handlebars,battery pac, hornlight and ww tires were added to complete the projec... |
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 | Ladies model (1939, Elgin) - All original (with exception of tires) prewar 1939 girls Elgin. WANTED: any parts, literature and memorabilia for this prewar bicycle. email drzira40@msn.com Entry Submitted by Edward Aguirre |
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 | Lemon Peeler (1973, Schwinn) - We as collectors know about these... Well this was my 73 Schwinn Lemon Peeler I've had since I was 11. I just let it go so that I can pursue other bikes I'd like to add to my collection. The money I got for this one bike will probably let me get 4 or 5 other Schwinn Middleweights I have my eye on, as they seem to be going up in value. Entry Submitt... |
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 | Lightweight (1936, Roadmaster) - Picked this up on eBay and have not seen another like it. The description said "1936 Road Master Lightweight - Men's 21" steel frame skiptooth single speed bicycle - manufactured by the Cleveland Welding Co. Cleveland, Ohio. (* It's one of only two lightweight models produced in '36 the other was the ladies 19" model.)" I do not know if this is tru... |
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 | Luxury Liner (1953, Roadmaster) - 50th anniversary edition. Lots of thumbs up
with total strangers stopping me, to take pictures of this wonderful bike. Rides like a lumo. This bike has given me great pride of ownership probably the most under rated bike on the web. Bought this bike new in the orginal box. Entry Submitted by tony ferreira |
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 | Master (1915, Sears) - 1915 Sears "Master" 28in.has Peerless coaster brake.this is a nice original about a cond.9. Entry Submitted by dave the wave |
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 | Mens base model (1942, Elgin) - War time bike from Sears.Original paint including handle bars,stencil headbadge and reflective striped fenders. Murray Ohio built basic rider with only a trip meter option. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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.jpg) | Mens Bicycle (1939-1941, Mercury) - 40-41 Mercury non-lit tank model.Repop shroud.Thanks to you know who!Still not happy about that one Mike.Burn somebody and have the audacity to act like it's my fault.Glad you won't speak to me.Show's your true colors you sheister. Entry Submitted by Christopher Krietz |
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 | Mens bicycle (1936 - 1938, Elgin) - Stored in garage attic by original owners. All original and untouched except reproduction handgrips and seat which was switched out in the 1950's. Entry Submitted by stan watt |
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 | Mens bicycle (1937-1939) - All original (with exception of a few parts that I'm looking for) 37-39 Cleveland Welding Company prewar hang tanker bicycle. WANTED: Complete original bicycles and parts like the one pictured. email drzira40@msn.com Entry Submitted by Edward Aguirre |
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 | Mens Bicycle (teens - 1920's, Miami) - Miami Bicycle made in Middletown Ohio by Miami Cycle Man. All original, even the tires, good rider. Someone please tell me what year, 1910's or 1920's? Entry Submitted by Louie Hale |
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 | Mens Bicycle (1950's, Unknown) - I came across this and would love some input as to what it is. Its been repainted(poorly) Serial numbers under the crank, but are oriented differently than anything I have researched. Troxel seat. non-original handgrips. Would just like to know what kind it is so I can try to locate some original parts for it. Entry Submitted by jason rollins |
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 | Mens Bicycle (1936, Liberty Flyer) - I'm told this was the last year for the B10E style square tank motorbike model. This is a very fine, small frame, original paint example with chain guard. Restored saddle. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Men's Bicycle (1950's, Black Beauty) - I'm not sure of the year but I understand the Rollfast Co. guit useing the triple R chain ring in 1953. The bike has balloon tires a Troxel seat New departure hubs front and rear and Torrington pedals. Check out the aluminum goose neck. Entry Submitted by Morris Jorgensen |
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 | Men's Bicycle (1938, Liberty) - This base model Schwinn straight-bar is completely original. Notice the lack of even a headlight. This was typical of lower cost Schwinn bicycles during the 1930's. Liberty branded Schwinn bikes were sold by Chicago Cycle Supply in Chicago, Illinois. Entry Submitted by Patrick Lewis |
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 | Men's Bicycle (1960's, J.C. Higgins) - All original JC Higgins/Sears bike except for the chain guard. Even "sears" tires are in good condition! 24 inch wheels. The headlight is an NOS accessory. I think it's maybe missing the chrome bars going from the center front wheel towards the steering ??? could not find a pic of a similar bike to compare. A very rare find here in Europe !! Entry ... |
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 | Mens Deluxe (1940-1941, Roadmaster) - I couldn't find a catalog for the '40-41 models, so I restored her using the '30 catalog. She still needs a few finishing touches, like accenting the gills on the tank and pin-striping the wheels, but I'll get to it sooner or later... Entry Submitted by Antony Rodino |
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 | Miami Cycle built (1910's, Rami) - Rare Mesinger Superba saddle on this old machine! In the early teens, Indian motorcycles used a very similar seat. Entry Submitted by Dave Stromberger. |
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 | Military (1944, Dayton) - WWII U.S. Army bicycles are among the rarest of vintage military vehicles around. Although the U.S. Army had used bicycles for many years before WWII, none were standardized for procurement before 1942. The Army's official use for these bicycles was to provide transportation for personnel engaged in dispatch or messenger service. Of course, they we... |
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 | Missile (1960's, Murray) - Its a murray Missile, in excellent condition, has the headlight tank. Is original except the tires and the tank and chainguard have been repainted. Was originally a metallic gold with white trim, red trim on fenders. Fenders were painted to match the body. Single speed, coaster. Axle says f&s j then korne 1 super then 161 36. Numbers on left re... |
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 | Missile (1956, Murray) - Original as found in barn sale near Amish community (Grabill Indiana) Not sure of the date but i have not found a photo of a Missile that is not all Red. This bicycle is two tone Black frame with red accents on the accesories...Not sure if it came with a Tank. If anyone has a tank or information about this bike like age feel free to contact me. ... |
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.JPG) | Model 100 (1954, J.C. Higgins) - Very original and complete... Original paint & chrome, original Sears Allstate tires & tubes! Entry Submitted by Martyn Donaldson |
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 | Montgomery Wards Ladies Bicycle (1948, Hawthorne) - I found this bike at a junk yard for $20.00 I brought this and 4 and 1/2 other bikes home. The bike received it's new paint at Lubenow Bike shop Armstrong Iowa. Wayne is a very gifted bike mechanic. The bike has a brake light that lights up when the bike is peddled backwards. and turn signals but I have no switch for them. I'm thinking I seen one o... |
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 | Motobike (1920's, Indian) - "Electrically Equipped" Tank designed to hold large 1 1/2 volt dry cell battery, Front and Rear Lights, Wood Wheels. Entry Submitted by Brian Kunzog |
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 | Motorbike (1920's, Mead Ranger) - 1920's Mead Ranger. All original except pedals and tires. Tires are
period correct. Check out the grips and wooden rims. Nice
original paint.
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 | Motorbike (1930's, Western Flyer) - All original "AS FOUND" Western Flyer, only items replaced were the tires and tubes. 2-speed shifter, speedo, and tail light still works! Stainless steel fenders. Bike just needs cleaned up. For now, it will stay just like you see it. Entry Submitted by Rodger Armbrust |
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 | Motorbike (1935, Vim Deluxe) - Rare Badge: Vim Deluxe, Vim Cycle Hardware Company, Buffalo NY. Original as found except tires. Entry Submitted by joel robertson |
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 | Motorbike (1938, Schwinn) - This bike was restored by Bob Strucel and the seat by Tom Hearn. The bike is in my living room.I have a yearning to ride it, although I have not ridden any of my restored bikes as of now. So that may be the end of that silly idea. Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | New World (1940, Schwinn) - Here is 1940 mens Schwinn New World.This bike was cream of the crop,front and rear SCWINN BUILT caliper brakes,TORRINGTON NUMBER 7 pedals,SCHWINN SUPERBE rims,Mesinger seat,prewar SCHWINN GLASS REFLECTOR,STURMEY ARCHER PRE-WAR three speed with AW 0 (1940) HUB.Nice find and looks great after a make-over. Entry Submitted by Gary Johnson |
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 | Phantom (1959, Schwinn) - Beautiful Phantom pulled out of a 36 year hibernation in a spare bedroom. Entry Submitted by stan watt |
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 | Police Bronco (1965, Mattel) - This is a RARE 1965 Mattel Police Bronco Bike. Original paint.The V-RROOM motor has a special set of decals that are RED-BLUE-SILVER these motors differ from the ones sold in boxes as an aftermarket for other bikes, also have the original owners manual,keys and key chain. I owned one just like this that was bought at the Burdines Department Store i... |
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 | Ranger (1922, Mead) - Schwinn built motorbike. Unique to Mead Hercules carrier and Brampton 1/2" pitch chain use on all Rangers. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Ranger (1920's, Mead) - I just purchased this bike today. Besides the later wheels and sealed beam lamp it appears to be mostly original,i'll need to do some homework on what year it is and what should be on it and what shouldn't hopefully this site will make my job easier. if anyone's interested i paid 300.00 including a carbide lamp with a green jewel(not pictured) En... |
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 | Ranger (1924, Mead) - Original paint bike with the wheel set replaced with alloy rims and 700x40c tires for riding.Anniversary Schwinn hub in the rear and ND up front makes for a great rider. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Ranger Tall Frame (1918, Mead) - Original paint 1918 Tall Tank Mead Ranger with extra double battery canister and light. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Ranger, Autocycle (1937, Mead) - This 1937 Jewel tank Ranger Autocycle was recently restored by Bob Strucel from an all Original Ranger bike (not Pieced Together).It is an immaculate example of one of Schwinn's great prewar designs. All original parts except for the reproduction Goodrich tires. NOS Clipper speedo. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Regal De Luxe (1950's, J.C. Higgins) - All original, missing the batwing headlight and 4 of the 10 jewels, 2 on the tank and 2 on the rack. Skiptooth chain. Beehive springer. i put these tires and a spare rim on the front, just so I could joyride it. Entry Submitted by jason rollins |
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 | Robin (1936, Elgin) - This 1936 Elgin Robin features a zeppelin inspired tank. The tank has a built in horn unit. Notice the low-slung frame design, which was changed for the 1937 model year due to issues with the frame breaking where the seat tube meets the top tube. Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | Silver Jet (1966, Huffy) - Late 1966 Huffy Silver Jet 26". Unrestored. 2-speed Bendix automatic hub, OEM Huffy speedometer. Front and rear lights and horn controlled by power window style switches. Sold new for $69 at Chipains Sporting Goods in Elnhurst Ill. Entry Submitted by Rudy Kay |
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 | Silver King 26X (1939, Monark) - A Prewar Silver King with 26inch wheels.This Art Deco beauty is one of the great bicycle designs of the era. This bike is a restored example of the 1939 model with the early Monark spring fork assembly. The saddle is nos, but not correct for this bike and speedo is a repop, otherwize, a fine original. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Silver King boys Deluxe M1 (1936, Monark) - 1936 Monark Silver King 24" boys deluxe M1 model "the aluminum streamlined bicycle." Has the aluminum alloy frame, stainless steel fenders, built-in wheel lock, front blast horn/lite combo, Troxel tool box seat, streamlined luggage carrier, and tear-drop tail lite. Entry Submitted by Steve Mc Cann |
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 | Silver King M1 (1937, Monark) - 1937 Silver King M1 with after market tank. This customized bike is built up with many period correct deluxe parts. The tank was not offered on Silver Kings from the factory, but were sold as an after market option. The Saddle is restored. The carrier and rear lens are repops, all other parts are original condition. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Sonic Scout (1950's, Evans) - I just picked this Evans Sonic Scout up yesterday at a local auction.With minimal research I believe it to be from the mid 1950's.It appears to be mostly complete and original,light I am sure is not original but sort of goes with the Sonic Scout theme as it appears to be in the shape of a rocket ship.If anyone can identify this light as to a spec... |
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 | Spacelander (1960, Bowden) - The fiberglass Bowden Spacelander was quite a bike in its day. They are highly sought after by collectors today. Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER |
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 | Sport Motobike De Luxe K-24F (1936, Rollfast) - Rebuild after three years of finding the right parts, restore the decals myself, Scott McCaskey helped me out with the colors and Greg Armstrong helped me out with the decals, pinstripe it meself,
Daniel Venturi helped me out with a drawing of the lightning. I tried to get it original as possible, a few thing are at the plating shop, handlebar st... |
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 | Standard (1940's, Rollfast) - DP Harris Rollfast,with Standard Headbadge EA Fender Light,EA Horn Button.This bike looks like a Shelby??
Owner Marty Mullins Entry Submitted by Martin Mullins |
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 | Standard Model (1939-41, Hawthorne) - This bike is one of my favorites. I bought it one on Ebay for $50 plus shipping of $60. My original plan was to Semi-restore it. But after cleaning it up, putting new tubes, tires, and some pirate trinkets on it, I decided to leave it. Still rides great. Entry Submitted by Junior Parkman |
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 | Super Air Flow (1939, Shelby) - This is an immaculate older restoration, formerly in the Steve Castelli collection. It sports new old stock chrome fenders, aluminum carrier and rear fender light, chrome chain guard, stainless steel tank insert, New Departure fore wheel brake, fork mounted speedo, Persons teardrop pedals, Horizontal spring saddle and nos Gillette tires. No repop p... |
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 | Super Cruiser (1953, Firestone) - This is a 1953 Monark Built Firestone Super Cruiser. The all Chrome option was called the "Imperial" and that was written in script across the chainguard inplace of "Super" Entry Submitted by Junior Parkman |
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 | Super Deluxe (1949, Monark) - This is an all original 1949 Monark Super Deluxe. It is the most popular color for 1949 which is Cruiser Red on Monark Maroon. This old bike needs a bit of love.. Many of the spokes have broken. The U.S. Royal Chain tires are dry rotted and I need put on the pedals. This was the first year for the Tombstone tail reflector and the last year for th... |
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 | Super Deluxe (1951, J.C. Higgins) - This is a survivor. The bike has been in my wifes family since new. All original right down to the original owners paperwork. This bike is dedicated to Joseph E. Shorba 1948-2006. Entry Submitted by Gary Johnson |
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 | Super Flyer (1933, Montgomery Ward Hawthorne) - First year balloon tire Montgomery Wards bike equipped with 26x1.75 tires.B.F.Goodrich repro tires are a little small than original 26X2.125 and work great for riding.Headlight and taillight are in works.Should have an aluminum face delta horn.Original paint Super Flyer only colors. Entry Submitted by Bill TriplettUPDATE: Correct horn and handlebar... |
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 | Super Streamline (1937, Dayton) - This rare 1937 Dayton "Super Streamline" bicycle was as hot as it got in 1937 as bicycle styling goes. Built by the Huffman Mfg, Co.(later to become Huffy) this bike features wild paint with a lot of pinstripes, something that many Huffman built bikes were known for in those days. The radical frame styling, unique "mesh" chain-guard, twin Delta Sil... |
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 | Superior New World (1940, Schwinn) - Here is a original as found 1940 Schwinn Superior men's lightweight tourist.Nice original,with all the goods.Curently being brought back to riding condition. Entry Submitted by Gary Johnson |
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 | Swallow (1935, Elgin) - 1935 Elgin "Swallow" I think? If yoiu know different let me know. A friend of mine was at the dumb and pulled it out from in front of a dozer, yes it was going for the bike. Now that's a friend... Thank's John! I'm looking for info and pictures of the skirt lacing and the lacing mount at the axle nut. Please email me at HYBRID5@VERIZON.NET Thank ... |
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 | Swiss Messenger (WW2) - Swiss Army bicycle all original with leather messenger case and tool pouch. A very durable, utilitarian bicycle. Entry Submitted by Brian Kunzog |
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 | Tandem (1935, Hawthorne) - Here's a couple pictures of an old Hawthorn Tandem.
I havent made up my mind if it's factory or home grown.
The front seat post/handel bar clamp are for sure home grown.Its got prvisions on the rear of the bike for a center stand but allso has the remains of a side stand.And some kinda sorta crud welds here and there. It's got nos looking Lightni... |
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 | Thunderbolt (1961, Columbia) - Restored in 1995 is this flamboyant red 1961 Columbia "Thunderbolt" 26 inch middleweight bike with horn-tank, dual headlites and dual rear reflector rack. tires are Kelly Springfield "Sure Stop" 26 x 1.75. Has optional period Stewart Warner Cadet speedo and chrome reflector hubcaps. Entry Submitted by steve mc cann |
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 | Tiger (1963, Schwinn) - These are before and after shots of my sons tiger ,it is painted brilliant blue with lots of chrome. The S-7 rims with proper Westwind S-7 white walls help it roll along. The rat fink seat and handle bar grips were his Idea and the Shimano 7 speed hub was my brain storm. Its the fastest bike in town and probably the coolest too! Entry Submitted by ... |
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 | Traveler (1962, Schwinn) - 1962 Schwinn Mens and Ladies 3-speed Travelers. MINT almost NOS pair with all original equipment intact. Both have original WW Touring Tires, Miller Light sets, White touring bags and deluxe saddles. Found with original Hangtags/warranty cards. Entry Submitted by John Dombrowski |
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 | Tricycle (1880's, Royal Mail) - Tricycles weren't just for kids back in the 1880's! Women and invalids were the target audience by makers of these machines. Entry Submitted by Dave Stromberger |
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 | Twin 60 (1938, Elgin) - These pics are from about 10 years ago. I was fortunate enough to purchase a complete original Twin 60 from a relative of the former owner ( he is pictured on this bike in the early photo).The bike underwent a cosmetic restoration, no repainting or rechroming were done. Entry Submitted by jay skwarlo |
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 | V200 (1938, Princeton) - H.P. Snyder built Princeton. First year correct color opalescent paint. Toolbox saddle. Entry Submitted by Bill Triplett |
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 | Vedette (Pattern No. 15) (1894, Hartford Cycle Co. ) - Vedette (Pattern No 15)
A ca 1894 Men's Safety Bicycle with Fixed 'Swept Down' Racing Handlebars. In original Ruby Red Paint with Stenciling, Rat Trap Pedals, Wooden Wheels, Seat and Block Chain. Cotter Pin Crank Set with 6" Sprocket
Contemporary Bell Missing Top. Fitted with Modern Tubular Tires. Entry Submitted by JP Fereday |
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 | Viking 3 Star Superb (1952, Columbia) - I found this awesome bicycle at a local consignment shop in La Jolla, Ca. It had a road tires, shifters and a derailer on it. They previous owner still had most of the original equipment. According to the serial number it was built in late 1952. It features a Viking head badge. Says Columbia built on the tank. It was manufactured by Westfield. I... |
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 | Vintage Bicycles (Walt's bikes) - 1934 Schwinn Aerocycle, 1935 Elgin Bluebird, 1937 Roadmaster Supreme, 1939 Shelby Airflo, 1940 Huffman Champion, 1941 Mercury "lit tank". Entry Submitted by walter adams |
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 | Wasp (1948, Schwinn) - 1948 Schwinn restored to original color and new condition.
Entry Submitted by Ron Burris
Editors notes: Customized with the addition of a 1941 Columbia headlight and reverse color chain-guard (white instead of green). Also a modern interpretation of the classic Schwinn springer fork. A great looking cruiser! |
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 | Whizzer (1946, Schwinn) - Excelsior badged Schwinn bicycle equipped with a Whizzer motor. Entry Submitted by Brian Kunzog |
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 | Wingbar L137 (1938, Silver King ) - A Beautiful original bike.1938 includes complete speedo, tool box saddle with raspberry jewel, finned horn lamp, rear lamp with lens, original paint blue fenders, aluminum hexagonal truss rods, carrier, and handlebars. Delta horn button, butterfly stand. A great survivor. Entry Submitted by Evan Penny |
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 | Wooden Bicycle (1945, Fratelli Vianzone) - Wooden bike from Italy after WW2 (1945). All wood with
aluminum. Unrestored Entry Submitted by bob bartoloNote from Nostalgic.net: We don't ordinarily include non US made bikes in the database, but this one is so exceptional that it just has to be seen! Thanks for the submission Bob. |
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 | World (1947, Schwinn) - This is a all vintage 1947 Schwinn World "hot rod" Made from all period accessories except for the early 60's highrise bars and the custom front drum brake cable.Cool bike that get's the look! Entry Submitted by Gary Johnson.Editors note: Speedometer is a rare Stewart Warner "Meteor", and the Goodyear tag is actually a pre-WW2 accessory that was ... |
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 | Zep (1937, Hawthorne) - This cool Zep was restored and painted by by Terry Laborde. Dig that custom paint! Entry Submitted by Dave Stromberger |
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 | Zep (1937, Hawthorne) - Rare 1937 Hawthorne Zep 26 inch wheeled bicycle. Original paint except for the Delta defender rear light, the chainguard and the rear rack. Those have been repainted or touched up. This was the top of the line for Montgomery Ward in 1937. Entry Submitted by Marc Pfisterer |
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