In a message dated 11/8/09 8:50:46 PM, hydelake@verizon.net writes:
> Can anyone speak up about the history of these? I think it might be on
> the cusp of on topic, but I just don't know. Right now it's more work than
> I want just for rail trail fodder. I might get a part or two off it before
> letting the local bike coop have it, but I'm thinking more of a learning
> experience for my $20. I've heard of Schwinn outsourcing bikes and falling
> on hard times, but never of them demeaning the name of Paramount. Shame on
> whoever made that decision!
>
> Dan Artley in Parkton, Maryland USA
>
Dan,
I think it is a pure counterfeit. In watches, cameras, and anything that has the highest respect, popularity, and demands, someone will make such things, cheap sorry copy.
One MUST know what is the original, or ask expert to verified!
Regards,
KEN TODA, Schwinn, Paramount collector, High Point, NC