The 1953 Humber, unrestored, complete and original.
23 inch frame
roller-lever (rod) brakes,
full gearcase,
Sturmey Archer AW hub,
front Dynohub,
head and
rear lamp
s, Brooks
B66 saddle (well worn),
26" Raleigh wheels,
standard Raleigh Industries 20 30 High Carbon Tubing
Note that the dual tube
front fork
!
sprung ball bearing in the bottom bracket
for quick and easy oiling,
"Humber" pedals
,
ornate Humber chainring
curiously painted black - perhaps a hold over from the war era when chrome parts were blacked out.
The head badge says "BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE VI."
This Humber is truly
"The Aristocrat of all Bicycles!"
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