My name is Mike Poyzer from Nottingham England. I am a new member of CR
but have been in the Bicycle Industry snce joining Raleigh as an
Apprentice in 1964. I have been involved in most aspects of the trade
since then and currently own several Trade Marks and design and develop
bicycles and parts which we distribute worldwide.
During my time in the Trade I have picked up and collected many old
bikes and parts some of which I am now disposing of..
I have a question on Dunlop rims of which I can find little info on the
Internet. I have an alloy 26 x 1-1/4" rim which I am trying to date. As
well as manufacturer details it has the letters K and R stamped on it
which I assume are date code. Does anyone have any date code info on
these rims. My guess is it was made in the 40's or 50's but I am not
sure. I know they had ceased making alloy rims when I first worked at
Raleigh and soon after that ceased making steel rims, because they off
loaded the machinery on to Raleigh.
Any info. would be appreciated.
Thanks
Mike Poyzer