In a message dated 12/9/2001 12:19:40 AM Eastern Standard Time, DTSHIFTER@aol.com writes:
> I looked at a Raleigh Pro today, shown by the original owner. He is a 75
> year old gentleman who suffered a stroke in 1990 and has not ridden the
> bike
> since before that date. He doesn't remember if he bought the bike in 1970
> or
> 1971! How can I tell the two years apart? The NR rear derailleur has
> 'patent-70' and the bike has Brooks toe clips.
>
> Any assistance in dating???? I didn't go looking for the serial number,
> but
> I'm sure he would allow me to come back for another inspection.
>
The Retro Raleigh site has this page for determining the year of manufacture.
http://www.speakeasy.org/
Pete Geurds
Douglassville, PA