Originally Posted by
peashooter
The bike is from my late brother's collection. He had that date listed, so I'm pretty sure it is at least close. There is something about the pedals that were one year only but I can't remember what exactly.
There is a set of red label Super Champion clinchers, a NOS set of Ambrosio rims, a NOS set of Jantes Clements, red label Super Champion Competitions, a set of Mephisto rims and a set of Weinman clinchers.
Your brother had good taste. I'm sorry about his passing.
In your latest photos, I see the wolf ear head tube lugs, which according to the Velo Retro timeline means before 1960. Based on your brother's notes and all the other now-accumulated info, it sure looks to be from the 50s. Per iab's post, check the size of head badge. That will pin it down a little more.
Again, beautiful frame. The fact that it was your brother's makes it even more special.