56 Vette
Wore out three sets of tires already!
Picked this one up yesterday, sitting in a garage in Marion Ohio since the early 70's. Badged as a Thistle by the Beckley & Ralston Co Chicaco. Very little info out there on that company, other than golf clubs and auto parts, and some info from lowlux. The chainring and serial # pattern lead me to believe it's 1919 Davis made, but any other info would be appreciated. Original owner WCorians is etched and stamped on bottom bracket and Jul 15 1919 stamped also. Serial # appears to be 516853 parallel to the chain ring with a 9 close to the middle of bottom bracket. Wheels, pedals, stem, gripsView attachment 258226, fender braces, and saddle are wrong, fenders also, maybe. Any info on correct parts would be helpful, this one will be a period correct refurbish to ride and Enjoy. Possible connection to President Harding, but not holding my breath on that one! Lol. Thanks Joe.View attachment 258227View attachment 258228