Claud Butler USWB tandem - 1950
Posted: Wednesday 12th August 2020
| Frame | Claud Butler Ultra Short Wheel Base DP model, frame number 506 3468 (June 1950) lugless construction with curved rear seat tube. Reynolds 531 tubing. CB "Continental" rear ends. Seat tubes 23"/ 23" |
| Wheels | Dunlop Special Lightweight 26" rims on large flange Harden 'Bacon Slicer' (front) and Blumfield braked drum (rear). |
| Chainset | Williams 3-pin in-line tandem set |
| Pedals | Webb quill pedals with Christophe clips and straps |
| Gears | 3-speed with Benelux changer |
| Brakes | Resilion cantilever on rear, CLB competition brake on front. Additional foot operated rear drum brake |
| Stem/Bars | Bailey bars, unknown clip-type headset and Major Taylor adjustable stem |
| Saddle | Replacement Brooks B17s (Used to have a Brooks B15 front, Lycett rear - unfortunately too perished to ride) |
| Extra details | Frame so far unrestored, a little tired, but with original finish and box-lining intact. |
Thanks for reading
Posted: Wednesday 12th August 2020
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