I just picked up a rusty Legnano crankset and I think it's a thing of
beauty. Anyone know more about it? See 5 snapshots at:
http://bulgier.net/
This is a "two arm" 116 mm bcd 3-bolt crank, where the main crank arm supplies the third chainring mounting point. (In case anyone thinks Campy invented the idea with C-Record...) They look to be forged, with hi-qual features like the fluting and raised platform for the pedal to thread up against.
I have heard of Magistroni cranks stamped as Legnano; maybe Gnutti too? There are no other maker's marks on these. Anyone know who made 'em?
There is a "61" stamped on the back of both cranks - could that be the year?
I doubt the 52/40 steel chainrings in the photos are original. I'm interested in suggestions for what chainrings should be on this crank.
It's not for sale, but if someone needs them for a Legnano resto, let me know and we can work out a trade. (Don't worry, I don't think it's especially valuable, especially in this rusty condition.)
Mark Bulgier
Seattle WA USA