I would be surprised if there was ever a genuine Hetchins made of 501. The photos do not show any Reynolds decal, at least not that one could read. I've noted that eBay sellers unfamiliar with classic bikes often mistake the 3 for a 0 on faded or partial 531 decals. This actually seems a pretty nice bike, but he probably won't do as well as he would have done with proper photos and descriptions.
Regards,
Jerry Moos Big Spring, Republic of Texas
Joe King <joeking@fastmail.fm> wrote:
If I am not mistaken that's an "Italia" model but I would very much
doubt it was made from 501. I would check with the vendor if I were you.
Surely its got to 531 Butted or Columbus for this model?
Joe
Croeso Cymru Joe King Nr. Maenaddwyn Ynys Mon Wales