Due to my last potential buyer being 'laid-off' I can now offer for sale to the list first, the following; Circa 1949 Paris Galibier complete machine. 24" centre to top of twin tubes,Re-Finished some 15 years ago by Argos in Bristol, It is finished in Red, Silver, and Blue flam' fade, Original Eifel Tower seat tube transfer and metal headbadge.Lugwork lined.The overall condition is excellent with no dings or apparent rust pitting. Totally Un-Orthodox in it's design, with 'dog-leg seat tube, Larger down tube meeting seat tube half-way, and twin top tubes.See illustration on CDO/CR website under 'Paris' The frameset is complete with original brampton headset, TDC Unit bottom bracket set, and seat clamp 'band' Equipement fitted is mainly original and in mint or NOS condition. 27" 1.25" Rigida polished alloy rims on Nornandy large flange hubs which are gear and fixed, Michelin 'Sports' amberwall tyres. Titan steel engraved stem with steel chromed bars GB Sport mark 3 brakes with superhood adjuster levers with white rubber full hoods. Brooks B17 Standard Black top/framed saddle. Gnutti steel chromed cottered chainset with 48t Chainring. Simplex TDF/ Rear mech with Brazed-on down tube Simplex lever.5 speeds. Regina extra 5 speed freewheel 14-21t Lyotard 460 double sided rat trap pedals with GB stainless toeclips and multi-coloured straps. Renolds coventry chain. Original Bluemels white connecton inflater.
The whole machine is of stunning appearance,rides very well and would grace any collection. Asking price pre Ebay is £875 plus shipping. Traditional photos are availble on request.
Ray Etherton in sunny..at last UK