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 … Continue reading
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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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
Elgin Twin-Bar Four Star. Entry Submitted by MORRIE TURNER … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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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 … Continue reading
This months Bicycle of the Month is Frank Puricelli’s 1938 Elgin Robin. With its zeppelin styled tank and built-in headlight, this bike was at the top of the styling game in the late 30’s. What kid wouldn’t have thought this … Continue reading
Nicknamed the “Miss America”, from an ad back in the day. … Continue reading
Deluxe Elgin Twin 60. The Twin-Bar bicycles were very unique and were a Sears exclusive. The Twin 60 was the most deluxe model sold, featuring aluminum fenders, built in headlight and speedometer, gothic chain guard and battery powered tail light. … Continue reading
This beautiful restored Elgin Robin shows off the latest in styling for the mid 1930’s. Streamline frame and fenders with zepplin tank. Bike also features the optional gooseneck mounted speedometer. This ’35 Elgin features the early style frame that has … Continue reading