joebz@optonline.net wrote:
> I think these "second banana" frames are some of the most interesting
> collectables. There are two varieties really, production and custom
> builders. Schwinn Superiors, Ross Signatures by Kellogg or Redcay,
> Eisentraut Rainbows is that it?, Cinelli B's of course, Medici Camino
> del Real, Bruce Gordon had one etc. I know I don't have all the names
> right but many of these bikes are of great quality and often
> considerably rarer than a top model. Maybe the ultimate is a McLean
> because the top line was a Silk Hope. The line of thought was always
> running with frame builders- If I stopped the frills and spending so
> much time with the customers, maybe I could find a point where the
> returns are better.
I'd add the Appel "Limited" to your short list... :-)
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John (john@os2.dhs.org)
Appleton WI USA