My nickel or chrome plated frame was identified as a Raleigh Grand Prix thanks to Don Gilles. The Bocama lugs are spot on as is the fork rake, frame geometry and wrap around seat lug.
Still, the lack of any serial number that means anything to anyone is puzzling. I'm still curious about the bike being all plated because the Grand Prix was never offered to the public in that finish.
And now the big question? What to do with it? Should I re-plate it back to the original finish? Keep the lugs chrome and paint the tubes? Leave it "as is" and not bother because the Grand Prix's aren't that special? Dip it first to get rid of any rust and then frame save it?
Those with experience with Seattle restoration sources...please chime in!
Thanks,
Bill Koonce
Seattle, WA