Yesterday I posted a note to the list about a 1966 Hetchins Experto Crede that was offered to me by a gentleman in the UK. Below is a further note from the owner, John McNeill with more details about the frame. The frame from the jpg I recieved from John appears to be in very nice shape for its age, and which brought an offline inquiry from Dale Brown. According to John, the frame was only taken to and ridden at sanctioned VCC events, which explains the frames fine appearance.
I've already have a very rare Experto Crede Plus in my collection, so because of this I do not seek another. I'm in no way related to the seller and will not gain financially by its sale. This is a rare find with the original finish in this condition.
If anyone wishes to send John an inquiry about the frame, his email address is below the text of his letter below. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dear Peter, Thanks for your interest in Hetchins Experte Crede. This was my "Show Bike" at V-CC Events. Selling privately to upgrade to modern "Magnum Opus". Sorry only one photo at present, will send others if possible. Briefly the number is H6003 in Hetchins Register (1966); Size C to Top 23"; Top Tube 22"; Chaterlea BB (Cotterless);New H/S; Heavy Metal Badge; Rear Drop Out 120mm; Lug for Rear Mech.;Rear Mech Port on D/T; Mudguard Eyes front and rear. Original Gold Enamel with Lugs picked out in Red. Condition is good considering it was only ridden at V-CC events over the years I have had it. Price expected is £425. Post, Packing and Insurance to the States approx £70. Should you wish to pursue your enquiry, please get in touch.
Yours in Cycling
John McNeill (Scottish Section)
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