Patina. Show some!

[The History Man]

 

[Nabeaquam]

 

[MattiThundrrr]

 

[highlandsflyer]

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You taking one home?

 

[highlandsflyer]

Back in my Orbit..
Having had a friend and myself poke around in it, I'm glad to say its issues are superficial.
The internal coatings are pretty much intact, save a little bit of flaking in the bottom section of the bottom bracket shell, where most old frames show a little 'patina'. Applying the croft logic of 'leave it 'til you can make a proper job of it seems to be proven once again.

It's now decided, to go ahead and strip it, dip it and treat it to new paint. Another thirty years hopefully. At 57, that won't be with me..

 

[KayOs]

 

[Tobias Rodriguez]

Here’s a little rat I built in 2022

 

[Woz]

^

One day here on RB we may nail it. That looks really usable, serviceable, but retaining patina.

I'm so happy a BMX is thrown here in the discussion. That saddle is also gorgeous - just look at it

It's hard to say if "good" patina is a result of only neglect and just natural time decay vs. being trashed and just a junk pile, but somehow something pleasing can show if nothing is too abused.

 

[Mkane]

I don’t do rust.

 

[Tobias Rodriguez]

^

One day here on RB we may nail it. That looks really usable, serviceable, but retaining patina.

I'm so happy a BMX is thrown here in the discussion. That saddle is also gorgeous - just look at it

It's hard to say if "good" patina is a result of only neglect and just natural time decay vs. being trashed and just a junk pile, but somehow something pleasing can show if nothing is too abused.

Thanks for your comment and view on patina. I know there are many opinions and a line should be drawn as to whether something is salvageable or a risk with regards to safety. This little rat actually rides really well and is solid. I think most bikes deserve a second chance if they have good bones.
Here’s another shot of that seat, it is a good addition to the bike.

Cheers