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 … Continue reading
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Beautiful Phantom pulled out of a 36 year hibernation in a spare bedroom. Entry Submitted by stan watt … Continue reading
First year of production 1949 Schwinn Black Phantom serial #f28xxx. This bike was restored in 1998 using original and NOS (New Old Stock) parts. the Forewheel brake and stop lite are NOS. The seat is the correct Messinger B1 Deluxe … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 Morrie Turner’s Schwinn Black Phantom with dual drum brakes. … Continue reading
This Schwinn Phantom, restored by Bob Usasi is painted with Candy Apple Red, an option for the Phantom starting in 1954. This bike also features a front drum brake, whitewall Typhoon Cord tires, leather seat, and tail light. This is … Continue reading
Schwinn Blue Phantom. … Continue reading
1959 was the last year for the Schwinn Phantom, the highest grade balloon tire bicycle sold by Schwinn since 1949. Middleweight bicycles were now the hot thing, so balloon tire bicycles were out. The ’59 Phantom was a bit different … Continue reading
The Phantom is widely regarded as the 57 Chevy of the ballon tire era. It is the most recognized name by the general public when refering to balloon tire bicycles. The design of the Phantom goes back before the war … Continue reading