[CR]re: lug lining

(Example: Framebuilders:Rene Herse)

Date: Wed, 1 Dec 2004 21:51:53 -0500 (EST)
From: <chasds@mindspring.com>
To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Subject: [CR]re: lug lining

Wayne wrote:

It can, indeed, be done in the basement with model paint. I did it. Had to practice a bit, and had to correct some mistakes, but it can be done. See results here:

http://www.wooljersey.com/gallery/album45/IMG_1649

Looks a lot better than the lug lining on my '73 Raleigh RRA, if I do say so myself!

Wayne Bingham Lovettsville VA

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Wayne! Nice job!

I have to say, of all the factory lug-lining jobs I've ever seen two stand out: the lug-lining on 60s Paramounts (I still covet one in canary yellow with red lug-lining and chromed head-lugs.. I have yet to find one in my size...found a white one once, but the owner wouldn't sell it to me..I made him a really good offer too..<g>) That particular lug-lining style on Paramounts is unique in my experience.. did any other marque do it that way?

...and, also, the lug-lining on Swiss Condors, a seldom-seen marque...the lugs are flawlessly lined on the the *top* of the lugs, rather than on the tubes, or at the joint. Very elegant, as can be seen here:

http://www.classicrendezvous.com/Switzerland/Condor_1.htm

I'm lucky enough to be caretaker of this particular steed.

Charles Andrews
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