Originally Posted by
Bruizer
What is box lining? Thanks in advance.
as others have noted, it's using pinstriping to create a box (or two overlapping boxes) on the frame tubes.
Some examples that are in a bit better shape....
the seat lug area....
the top tube, showing the complete boxes.....
this shot shows how many of the tubes were adorned with the box lining....
other frame builders sometime copy this technique to add a bit of flair to a classic-inspired frame....
Steve in Peoria