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This bicycle is from the early 30's, and is an unrestored, English Humber Sports model. This model has an unusual fork design, called "Duplex", in which each blade consist of two separate tubes. The stylish chainring includes the shape of five people. The front light is in great shape, however the rear light is missing the bulb (these are turned on by pedaling). The bike is in overall good condition with very little surface rust, but it is missing the chain case and rear fender and the tires are flat. It comes with the original Brook's patent Ladies Saddle seat with name plate still attached. The seat is dry, but does not have any holes.
BicyclesThe precursor to the modern-day bicycle was the 1817 Draisine, named for it…
Very nice, are you going to restore it or just clean it up ?