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03-28-13, 04:08 AM

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Originally Posted by photogravity

I'm pretty sure this is from the 1940's, the more I think about it. Between the chainring with Hercules spelled out on it and the round headbadge, it looks like it's too early to be from the 1950's. It's a shame it doesn't have an IGH or we'd stand a better chance at figuring out the age on this.

Single speed freewheel, need to check the hub...again. From what I recall no markings other than branding. It has the solid rear drop outs, similar to LDB's bike.

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