1950s

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    Identifying this 1950s Viking

    This is my late Grandads Viking racing bike from the 1950s. I am looking to restore it into the original colours/spec that he would have raced it with (he won the Tour of the Mendips in 1954 among other accolades). He said he bought it in Feb of 1952 and it was a Viking Tour of Britain model...
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    ‘50’s lugged mystery

    Morning all Well, any ideas what this might be? Stamped with four numbers and an ‘O’ or 0 separately on the bb Oil port, sharp rake, nice components, some of which look contemporary with the frame, others a top of the line set of early ‘60’s upgrades Arrived to be in Hammerite Blue, all original...
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    Early 50s La Gazelle - Eau-de-Nil 🛠️ The Merlot Aftermath 🍷

    It's official. I got brainwashed by @Guinessisgoodforyou , @Mickeyspinn and @M_Chavez and chemically abducted by a strong poisonous force. The proof is I'm an owner of an old green incomplete French bike from a charity shop. I've dabbled in these before, and I've said never again unless it is...
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    Wanted Early 50s Cyclo Benelux Parts Front and Rear Gear plus shifter

    Hi All, I am seeking some very nice or New Old Stock Cyclo Benelux derailleurs for a restoration project. I am attempting to restore my 1953 Hetchins Experto Crede to original specification and would like to find an alloy rear derailleur with shifter and front rod operated derailleur. If...
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