1964 Witcomb

[knowthejo]

Im a bit obsessed by Witcombs being a Deptford boy - collection is now at 5!

She is a 1964 Witcomb 531 frameset, lovely Nervex pro lug set. Built up with mainly period parts (Hindiniums are a bit old really). Its a lovely ride for the country lanes.

Like her best from the rear

Heres the spec:
- 1964 Witcomb 531 frame and forks
- GB Hindinium brake set
- GB Hindinium stem
- GB Randonneur bars
- Tange headset
- Campagnoo Gran sport rear derailleur
- Campagnolo record hubs on Mavic MA40 rims
- Gipiemme chainset
- Campagnolo Croce D'une BB
- Gipiemme pedals and toeclips
- Brooks laced saddle
- Ventolux aluminum frame pump
- Handmade 'Eastfenders' wooden mudguards by JailMake
- Leather saddle bag
- Brooks leather bar tape


Some nice details:

 

[AndyPA]

thats really beautiful and tastefully done.

 

[knowthejo]

Thanks Andy.

 

[CTK]

What a gorgeous bike- are they Avocet Cross tyres?

 

[knowthejo]

:shock: Good spot- they certainly are! Lovely tyres- wanted something for the country lanes and pot holes!

 

[AndyPA]

can i have the 1st first picture hi res please ?

 

[knowthejo]

Big enough

 

[mavesyn]

Looks fab, lovely looking frame.

I've never seen mudgaurds like that before, very stylish, but i wouldn't like to get them dirty though.

 

[Stick Legs]

Super bike! I hope my wife's old Whitcombe will come in for similar treatment!!

 

[knowthejo]

i'll certainly be trying.

Its still in Devon... waiting to get a good look at it.