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Sure no problem.
Yep, move went well - thanks for asking.
And I wish you all the best for the TCR, sounds like a BIG challenge!

Sorry to hear the circumstances - interested in the frame though.
If no one shows interest based on collection, then I would like to discuss postage options.

Good luck and tia,
Rogier

If you look at some mid 50s catalogues and search for 8 speed bicycles those rod actuated front changers normally used 46/49 3/32" chain rings combined with a 4-speed rear (which would have been 3/32" as well). For example the 1955 Dawes Emblem 8 specifically mentions a 3/32" chain is fitted! Same for the 1956 Lenton Grand Prix, also an 8-speed with 3/32" chain.

I would be tempted to use a 3/32" freewheel, maybe even a 5-speed.

Yes, same chap! That must have been Stuart :) Not really inherited, but selling to pay the bills for his brother who had a severe stroke.
My Blue Riband came from the same collection.

Looking good everyone - and well done for all making it.
I got a text from Peter at 83km, so headed out South on the Blue Riband from Milton to meet up - a shame our paths didn't cross :(
Did a nice 40km ride though, still don't understand how I managed to miss you guys as I followed the route. Maybe sometime in the future...

I seem to recognize the Grubb Galibier - did it come from Tiptree?

Cheers, Rogier

I can not make the whole ride, but will try to meet you en route for the last bit.
Very busy packing at the moment, also getting the bicycles ready for transport :(
I hope someone can let me know as soon as you reach the 80-85km point
07858594880 much appreciated!

Have a good one tomorrow.
Rogier

@7ven Is that ride still on for tomorrow?
I am a bit stuck at the moment - moving to Germany on Wednesday :( and my wife's birthday tomorrow...

I could probably spare an hour (hour and a half tops) or so and meet you for the last bit towards Cambridge, or in Cambridge.
Could I get a phone number just in case, or send me a text as soon as you know you are an hour from the finish point... I can be reached on 07858594880

It will be windy by the way. I'll probably be riding this, lol

Cheers, Rogier

Very nice Aniello, how can you not love a Gillott Spearpoint?
And seems it comes with a nice collection of parts as well! Durax, BSA chainset - some BHC hubbed wheels (maybe Airlites or Solites), oh and an excellent B17 Sprinter...
Early Christmas

Maybe, I can not guarantee I will make it - but would love to.
Thanks again @7ven Peter

I really hope I can join in on the 22nd of October - I would have to start from the Cambridge side though ;)
2 minor issues: that's my wife's bday and we are moving that particular week... but I'll do my best!

I stumbled on this 1950s bling bling - recognized it from one of Peter's builds.
NOS GB brake cable lubricator :)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-GB-brake-cable-lubricator-Classic-1950s-bling-Rocking-horse-manure/272832265841?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649

I hope the TT is fine :) sorry for the consternation, lol

The Hobbs not too sure yet, I have contacted the VCC ME to see what he thinks. I seem to read J7xxxx on the n/s dropout, if I'm correct that would make it a 1947 - that would be a bit earlier than I (and you) was expecting it to be, so time will tell. I guess I have to pull the forks to be sure

I remember that one @falconvitesse - was sorely tempted :) Coventry area if I remember correctly mid May...

I asked Mark back then as well if he could confirm it as a Gillott, same issues came up like the frame number and the sleeved brake bridge. I was also under the impression the top tube had a slight bend in it, but I guess that was lens distortion.
Nice quality frame though, congrats and enjoy.

I picked this Blue Riband up yesterday (and some classic parts), not sure what to do with it yet (besides keeping it)...
Rear derailleur needs to go though!

All sold now.
@Stevevw - sorry mate, sold it in a bundle deal
@highland_cow - that's a shame, it is going back home :) to Woodrup that is

Elswick Hopper, Humber, Woodrup now sold

Well, the Il Primo's are nice stems - but that GB Spearpoint is original to the frame. And for most of my other projects I have stems reserved, thanks for the offer!

Will make some new ones as soon as there is anything to show, as I said it is slow.
I put some pics up on flickr just now, if you are interested: https://flic.kr/s/aHsm1GgukZ

No 8, seat post seized at the moment - but tbh I haven't tried really hard - probably some soaking would do wonders. Beautiful and rare frame - probably the earliest post war Paris around

No 5

No 4

No 2

No 1

I need to get some distractions out of the way and focus on some project I really want to build up and RIDE :)

Prices based on collection from Cambridge (CB24) - preferably no shipping on frames below £50, I only have limited boxes available and it takes up a lot of time to do it right. P+P £15 UK wide

Starting off with some frames and forks:
L to R:
1 Unidentified late 60s frame, Prugnat S lugs, Campy drops, low serial #38, fastback stays - 56cm ctt, 57cm tt - need some brazing to inner chain stay because tyre rubbing - NB forks are sold to a friend, so now frame only! £20

2 Dawes Debonair mid 1950s, nice lugwork, beautiful head badge, Kromo tubing (Accles & Pollock) #XS381 - 57cm square. According to the previous owner the forks are bent, although I haven't ridden it - they don't seem too bad. £25

3 SOLD
Elswick Hopper Lincoln Imp, late 1950s, 531 tubing, Cyclo drop outs - 59cm ctt, 57cm tt - £30

4 Rudge Pathfinder Sid Patterson mid 1950s, Nervex lugs, 531 tubing, incl BB headset seat post, #457163R - 59cm ctt, 57cm tt - £30

5 SOLD
Early (early 1950s?) Woodrup, DB531 throughout, #80 between the chainstays on the BB shell, Simplex drops, incl Alatet head set, RGF BB shell. Dent on top tube, front drops need aligning - by far the lightest frame off the bunch and beautifully made! Oscar Egg lugs? - 61cm square - £60

6 SOLD Humber Beeston Clubman 1950/1951, 22inch standard size. Including clip type head set, alloy seat post, bottom bracket. Best and last of the clubmans, made throughout from 531 pg tubing. Good chrome on forks ends

7 Royal Enfield lugless (unitised) frame 1951ish, excluding clip type head set, including bottom bracket, seat post. 531 tubing - 54cm ctt, 57cm tt £20

8 Rensch Paris Tour de France 1946, #1139, bilaminate frame with 1 1/8 oversized top tube. Has been modernised with bottle cage mounts, hidden rear brake cable (could be original), shifter mounts, derailleur hanger, gear cable guides under BB. Too much for me to derestore. 54cm ctc 59cm ctt, 57cm tt. Including head set and cotterless BB. £90

Interested in anything, just let me know. More pictures available on request.

These are all taking up space at the moment and keeping me from building up the frames I want to finish and ride.

Looking at the space between the dropout and the freewheel, you might not even need a spacer @anidel
Are those brake levers from a Dawes? Nice frame, I started on my La Variable last week - have had it now for 2 years and not done anything with it (except riding)... Exciting but painstakingly slow, carefully chipping away 3 layers of paint to try and reveal the original finish :)

Maybe a bit late for this thread - just rebuilt this Duckett Superlite
Guesstimate late 1950s, Nervex Pro lugs, campy drops, parts bin built.

Very nice ride - pity there is not much info available on Ducketts

@jeff80 I like that Maclean - makes me want to start on my own Featherweight :)
I look forward to seeing more pics with the proper wheels...