Gary Chottiner wrote:
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> My '72 chrome P15, which is 'almost' NOS, does not have the red lug
> outlining, although I noticed that the P13 that Dale shows on the CR site
> does have it. I agree that lug outlining looks attractive and not only on
> these all-chrome bikes. A significant reason for my enjoyment of lugged
> frames is the visual aspect - and a solid color over everything diminishes
> the effect. (Anyone on this list care to disagree?)
Yes, I guess I have to disagree with you. Lug outlining is only used to make up for the lack of really pristine craftsmanship in my opinion.
Picture of the chrome Paramount:
http://twistcomm.com/
Steve Barner pointed out, "He (the pinstriper) doesn't just highlight the lugs to accent them, he redraws them as they would be IF they were perfectly formed..." (my emphasis)
The lug outlining is an unwanted distraction. A solid color over everything FORCES you to examine the lug shorline and lug thining.
I have two great examples of solid colored bikes that exhibit lug perfection. A mid-70s Peter Johnson with Prugnat lugs and a mid-70s Wizard (Baylis/Howard) with Nervex lugs, both painted solid green.
Chuck Schmidt South Pasadena, Southern California
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