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Re: Thanks for your comments Doug. I always liked the ride quality of the frame but never knew anything about the build process - till now. Peter

Re: Attached are images of Claud Butler. I had to cover up bare metal with smooth Hammerite to prevent corrosion. Lucky there is no pitting. When the droupouts were being chromed you can see where the chrome extends up the seat/chainstays and forks. Peter

Re: Just to clarify my earlier post, which I had written from memory. I dug out the receipt and it was in fact bought at Essex Cycles, Essex Quay, Dublin on 18 April 1980. Description from the receipt - Holdsworth Pro Frame and Forks - Claud Butler. Frame number is as quoted 012770. I will...

Re: Hi all. I bought the frame and forks new in Hardings Cycles, Dublin in March 1980. I still have the original receipt. There is no model name on the frame or receipt. The receipt simply says Holdsworth "Claud Butler". I'll try and get a couple of pictures up in the next day or so. The...

Re: Just came across this site and topic. I bought a Claud Butler frame in March 1980 in Dublin. It came with a Campagnolo Record Headset and seat clamp bolt and chromed Canpagnolo dropouts. It is 74 degrees parallel for 23 ½ inch. It is blue in colour with a white head tube and a white...