1947 Hobbs of Barbican Clubweight Build and many other old builds

Wow! New LFGSS member, and can't believe one of the first threads I spot is on a Hobbs. Just gone through the thread and loved it, proper job!

I have a 1946 Raceweight, that is fairly original, apart from the wheels and the 3 speed with a crossbar changer. One of my favourite bikes. It's got lovely deep drop handlebars typical of the period, with big chunky 'Bates of London' grips. Not sure what the chainset is but the pedals are Allez, brakes the usual GB Hidunimium. It's a joy to ride.

Thanks for sharing your build, from a fellow patina lover.

I've failed to manage to attach any photos, I guess it's because I'm a newbie.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/29051501@N08/4165353773/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/29051501@N08/4165353279/

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