Nervex Pro, post 1955 design on the head lugs.
The fork crown was their randomeur/sportsman cut, yours have had little cut outs added , by hand I suspect.
The randomeur style follows through to the Mavic style brake hanger on the rear, Mavic centre pull brakes were very fashionable in the late 1950s.
I like the wrap over seat stays, very nice touch.
This is a good quality frame in continental style for a disconcerning clubman.
If it is a hobbs the frame number is usually stamped on the rear dropout.
Thanks for your time and the info; most useful. This was local to me and I'm keen to complete a retro build/restoration however it's going to have to say something I'm keen on for the time-being as sudden cashflow crisis strikes. All the best and thanks again
Nervex Pro, post 1955 design on the head lugs.
The fork crown was their randomeur/sportsman cut, yours have had little cut outs added , by hand I suspect.
The randomeur style follows through to the Mavic style brake hanger on the rear, Mavic centre pull brakes were very fashionable in the late 1950s.
I like the wrap over seat stays, very nice touch.
This is a good quality frame in continental style for a disconcerning clubman.
If it is a hobbs the frame number is usually stamped on the rear dropout.