Jerry wrote, in part:
think Chuck's statement may be accurate for the West Coast. On the East
Coast/Midwest, British bikes were a bigger influence as Mssrs. Sachs, Weigle and
Fattic demonstrate.
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I have to disagree. Richard Sachs was inspired by Masi. Period. And for a long time. I'm sure other builders had an influence, but Masi was primary. No doubt he'll correct me off-list if I'm wrong. I'll so report if he does.
Just take a look at Sachs' frames, from the mid-70s on. They look like Masis. A little more performance-oriented than the GC, but very much an italian-style frame.
Peter is more of a cameleon. His frames may be inspired by french touring frames now, but years ago, he's frames were very italian in style and substance. I had one from the 80s that was very upright and refined in the 80s italian manner.. Peter built mostly racing frames for a long time, and every one I've seen looked more italian than anything else, from design, the graphics, to paint.
I'm sure Peter will set me straight, if he feels like it.
Charles Andrews
SoCal