Rather than either a Herse or a Confente, my ultimate
collectible would be the 753-tubed, 1980's Mercier
that was on ebay last year. It was a GAN team bike;
brakes with centerbolts brazed to the frame, first
gen. SSC rims, etc.
David Feldman
Vancouver, WA
> Hey all,
>
> All this talk about best ever and the recent prices
> of the Herse on E-bay got
> me wondering what would be the most collectable
> bicycles of all time? Maybe
> not even the best in some instances...
>
> Of course, this may vary due to sentimentality and
> what not. But, from a pure
> collectibility standpoint I would think certain
> bikes would stand out.
>
> So, how about a top ten list that we could all use
> as a rough guide? First,
> I would think a definition of what makes them
> collectable should be included
> in all responses.
>
> Limited production, historical value, workmanship,
> and dare I say 'mojo'...
> If the builder is still building or not as well.
> Stuff that will hod the test
> of time, increase in value, etc...
>
> Based on what is going on with R.Herse could we say
> that it is more
> collectable than say
> a Confente? Of course, Mike Kone has both:)
>
> Mike "That Herse was my size too!" Wilkinson
> Castle Rock, CO
>
>
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