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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-10-21, 07:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 535
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Thanks! Everyone!

Thanks!
Everyone!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-04-21, 11:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 535
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1986? Eddy Merckx Century

I’m trying to identify the year and value for insuring this Eddy Merckx Century.
Thanks!
Giovanni...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-22-20, 06:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,344
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Yes, from experience. I do lost wax investment...

Yes, from experience. I do lost wax investment casting. I, also, know the owner of Columbine Cycle Works. Those Columbine stainless steel frame lugs were lost wax investment cast.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-20-20, 01:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,151
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Columbine

Its an art object, that just happens to be capable of taking you on a bicycle path.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-20-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,151
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Columbine Frame

I spoke with the Columbine Cycle Works owner and he told me that this frame would cost $14,500.00 to build, today.
Regards,
Giovanni
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-19-20, 08:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,151
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Columbine

Columbine Cycle Works bicycles sell for as much as $14,500, today.
They’re a work of art. The New York Museum of Art has requested to have one in their art gallery.
This Columbine frame has lost...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-19-20, 07:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,344
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

3-D Lugs

You can CAD design lugs, then have the lost wax investment models made, slightly larger, to allow for cast metal shrinkage. The model can be printed in plastic or a hard machining wax.
The best...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-20, 09:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,336
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1901 Rambler

Here is my 1901 Rambler.
These tires are really durable and the smooth white treads are very nice looking....
Forum: Introductions
11-16-20, 08:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Back and still living

Thanks, everyone!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-20, 05:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,325
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Insurance

I keep my antique and collectible bicycles in a 20ft. shipping container, locked up with a puck lock. I also have a WiFi camera, that is connected to my cell phone, with an audible outdoor alarm.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-20, 12:00 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,175
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

License

Here is a very old bicycle messenger service tag and some license tags......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-20, 09:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,805
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Its a flat road scorcher....

Its a flat road scorcher....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-20, 09:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,789
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Pierce has Kelly Bars

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x1165/86c8ad34_e3d2_42ed_a5f9_933eef975494_b9f07c2e679f42948bef723bc38f3ef42ebe0463.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-20, 09:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,886
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Shipping Horrors

Bike shop packer/shipper is like a box of See’s Candies, you never know what you will get.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-20, 09:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,686
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Raleigh international

It’s screaming out for a Red Label Fiamme wheelset!
I have a 1971 International, full Campagnolo Nuovo Record Group. Only weighs 21Lbs.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-20, 01:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,789
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1902 Pierce Special Pan American Fully Cushioned

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,933
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Colnago

No indentions or flutes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-20, 01:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,933
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Every bicycle expert, that has seen it, is...

Every bicycle expert, that has seen it, is perplexed.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-12-20, 11:00 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,469
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Columbine Rolling Sculptures

I was talking with Giovanni, at Columbine Cycle Works, yesterday. We may collaborate on a project, together. He is a modern day DaVinci. His frames are pure art, that just happens to be capable of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-20, 09:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,933
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Repaint

I have one of the best frame restorers, that can make the best restoration. I don’t restore my antique bicycles, but my later bicycles are fine with restorations. I’m not a bicycle flipper. My...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-12-20, 03:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Hoses

Everything ordered. Here is a photo of my MiniFlam micro jewelry torch and other jewelry tools I have. Jewelry working bench and lamp are circa 1906....
Forum: Framebuilders
11-11-20, 10:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Fillet Pro

With Fillet Pro you can join stainless steel to chrome-moly and vice versa.

For fillet brazing at below 1200F.

Ideal for use with Martensitic SS (953) and XCR, Cycle Design SS Dropouts and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-20, 09:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,933
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1981 Colnago Superissimo or Master?

The frame is from1981.
The fork is from1981.
I don’t understand?

Colnago Dating


Here's the best I could do with trying to figure out what year a Super is...

Colnago Super Frame Dating
Forum: Introductions
11-11-20, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Photos

I have posted photos.
Thanks,
Giovanni
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,933
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1981 Colnago

Photos
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x600/29a3b6fc_aed8_4e69_96b2_5e03af7e8c4d_b1459ff5a761e367a6dfe5fd33b844b46d73b29e.jpeg...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-11-20, 03:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Torch Setups

Brilliant!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
Hope I get an opportunity to meet you.
I’m learning so much, on this thread!
Regards,
Giovanni
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-11-20, 11:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

T-22

I’m planning to chrome the rear stays and fork, then paint it Silver Mist. Decals are available.
I’m going to use rear Shimano road gears and use it on flat roads.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-11-20, 11:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Wheelset

I have a restored wheelset, built with SS spokes, later Red Label Fiamme tubular rims, Campagnolo Nuovo Record high flange hubs and Vittoria Corsa Graphene tubular tires.
Wheelset, here, is for my...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-11-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1976 t-22 spmt

Here are some photos of my T-22 and Rene Herse photos. I’m going to use Fillet Pro on the brake lugs, chain stay hanger and cable housing stops....
Forum: Framebuilders
11-11-20, 10:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

The Fillet Pro looks very good. I’m going to...

The Fillet Pro looks very good. I’m going to order 1 troy oz. and try it. I’m going to buy a Meco oxy/propane torch kit. I have several torch combos, but like the Meco. I have the tanks and valves....
Forum: Framebuilders
11-11-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

I’m planning to order some Fillet Pro. ...

I’m planning to order some Fillet Pro.
https://www.cycledesignusa.com/silver/fillet-pro
I have used lots of slfos. What do you think?
...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-11-20, 05:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

https://youtu.be/no-OWfC5-RY

https://youtu.be/no-OWfC5-RY
Forum: Framebuilders
11-10-20, 07:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Marinoni Brake Bridge

I’m planning to strip paint and restore frame, so will silver-solder a new bridge in. I have many years experience silver-soldering, just new to the bicycle frame silver-soldering.
Silver Solder is...
Forum: Introductions
11-10-20, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 594
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Welcome

Good luck!
Stay safe!
Forum: Introductions
11-10-20, 02:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Member Since 2012, But Just Became Active, Again

Hello fellow bicyclers.
I’m active, again on the forums.
Restoring a 1981 Colnago, 1976 Schwinn Paramount Men’s tandem and a 1971 Marinoni.
Also picking up a very beautiful custom Columbine...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-09-20, 10:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Paramount Tandem

I first posted in 2012, but haven’t for some time, so need to post 7 more times, before I can post images.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-09-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,469
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Columbine

Sight says I can’t post any photos, until I have 10 posts, but on the same hand, can’t post more than 5 posts in a span of 24 hours!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-20, 08:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,933
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Photos

I attempted to post images, but was made aware that I need 10 comment posts, before posting any photos. Strange, since I’ve been a member since 2012.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-20, 07:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,805
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1976 Schwinn Paramount Men’s Tandem

I’m restoring my tandem, removing the cantilever brake hanger studs and converting to Rene Herse Compass center-pull brakes. They’re perfect for stopping the 43Lb. tandem.
It’s originally equipped...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-08-20, 05:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,006
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

Restoring A 1971 Marinoni

I’m restoring a 1971 Marinoni bicycle and would like to replace the rear brake bridge, at a slightly lower position. When new, it had a MaFac center-pull and I would like to use Campagnolo Nuovo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-20, 04:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,933
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1981 Colnago Superissimo or Master?

I’m fully restoring my 1981 Colnago Superissimo or Master. Experts have told me it’s possibly a Master, but still perplexing.
I have a set of Campagnolo Nuovo Record 100mm/126mm low flange hubs and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-08-20, 04:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By GiovanniLiCalsi

1976 Schwinn Paramount Tandem

I’m restoring my 1976 Schwinn Paramount Men’s tandem bicycle. Conversion with Rene Herse Compass brakes, Red Label Fiamme tubular rims/Vittoria Corsa Graphene tubular tires.
Are there others with...
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