eBay and Craigslist finds

definitely looks like a early 60's bates by the nervex lugs, if it was a pure track frame built for tubs, you will get tight clearances. shit paint letting it down and no headbadge £150-180 frame and forks

He got back to me asking for £190 plus postage. Turned him down. Shame, cos it is nice (apart from rattle can paint job).