Ebay is a wondrous resource for finding rare parts to complete projects and dream bicycles that help you relive your childhood. That said, information gleaned from Ebay item descriptions should be taken with a grain of salt, most obviously because the person presenting the information is trying to sell something to you. Then the less … Continue reading Ebay Trials and Tribulations
Overtly critical
Well to be fair after the last posting about finishing touches on a restoration, I do understand that sometimes it is not the bicycle that is the true goal but the path that it takes to get there. From locating the period correct bit and bobs, to reproducing decals, and sometimes just the simple thing … Continue reading Overtly critical
Small bits complete the proper restoration
I was looking through my hard drive at some pictures from various shows and I ran across these three images. I did not take any pictures of the complete bike, just these three details of rare parts. Lots of restorations are close to being period correct, but it all comes down to the finishing touches. … Continue reading Small bits complete the proper restoration
Prewar hetchins
I picked up this Hetchins last year at the Cirque du Cyclisme auction. I kind of bought it on a whim, I mean it was a very good deal and it is a Brian Baylis repaint, but I am not one for repaints. I am scared to be the guy you wrecks a perfectly good … Continue reading Prewar hetchins
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