Originally Posted by
Kdogbikes
Just an old varsity but... serial# A19177 reads 1953? Internet pics looks more 60’s. Which would be cool because my current schwinns are 70’s-80’s.
Kdog, I'm a bit puzzled with that serial #. It's definitely later than early 60's given the round headbadge (appears to be original) came in the mid 60's, paint/decals would also be mid 60's or later, down tube shifters pre '67; I believe it's '64-'66. Obviously, the saddle, bar, stem, and one pedal are not original. The ten speed gears were around '62/63 but different aesthetics. My varsity is '75, but stem shifters.
Quick edit: I forgot to mention that serial numbers started with two letters in '65, thus my confusion with your number, mine starts JL#######; check for painted over letter which may not be easily seen. Where is the serial number located? Left dropout area?