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@qpJules
I have this early 70's benotto frame for sale.
Looks like the early model 2500 with chrome lugs, as seen in the benotto catalog on the Bulgier catalog list.
http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/benotto1/
But this example has full chrome rear stays/forks and is made with the rare Ishiwata 022 Double-butted Crmo tubing instead of the Columbus tubing advertised in the catalog.
On the top tube there is a decal witch says special. On the other side is the ishiwata 022 decal. On the down tube it says made in Italy.
Underneath the BB there are the numbers 37 and 53(frame size) stamped
Has Campagnolo dropouts and comes with a Zeus headset and Shimano BB (Italian threads)
Interesting frame, unusual color scheme. haven't seen one before.
Frame has no dents, only some rough spots on the paintwork/decals
Chrome 8/10
Paint 7/10
decals 6/10
Measurements are:
Toptube : 53 cm (c-t)
Seattube: 53.5 cm (c-c)
Rear spacing: 126mm
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