Mystery Mercian

[Antstark]

Sadly my great Uncle passed leaving this Mercian. Does anyone know what age, model, components or any other details? I only have this picture at the moment. Any pointers appreciated. Thanks

 

[sunympholepsy]

Sorry to hear about your uncle.
It’s difficult to be certain without seeing the details of the lugs but it looks to be the King of Mercia model, probably late 70’s / early 80’s. Very nice.

 

[ferrus]

Yes, a very nice King of Mercia; 1st gen Campag Rally rear mech, Suntour’s Cyclone front, Stronglight 49D crankset. Can’t quite make out the hubs but it’s a lovely bike.

 

[Antstark]

Thank you both..as soon as I get more pics I will post them up. Clearly it was his pride and joy .

 

[squirrelchaser]

My condolences .
The front hub looks to be a Nuovo Gran Sport to me . Lyotard pedals , Mafac brakes , Laprade seat pin and possibly a Madison saddle .

 

[Frankenorange]

My condolences, too.

That Mercian looks in fantastic condition with some real time warp components. Very nice indeed.

 

[Antstark]

My condolences, too.

That Mercian looks in fantastic condition with some real time warp components. Very nice indeed.

Thank you

 

[squirrelchaser]

The year of manufacture will be the last 2 digits of the frame number .

 

[Antstark]

The year of manufacture will be the last 2 digits of the frame number .

Many thanks for that. I won’t get to see it for another month or so but will post up some pics when I do

 

[squirrelchaser]

Many thanks for that. I won’t get to see it for another month or so but will post up some pics when I do

Excellent , it's a lovely thing .