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Johan,
Good catch on the seat post. That was me in an attept strech out a bit while riding. I have no idea how a soldier with a full pack rode one of these bikes.
So the mystery remains. I like the Irish lead. The patina (rust) indicates it spent some time outside. The bike is rideable. Chain...
Adrian,
Thanks for the reply. I have seen other posts stating the War Builds had a letter prefix frame number plus some sort in military id stamped on the other side. It got me scratching my head. The rack definitely does not look military but does look unique. It is not offset, but a rifle...
I have a BSA infantry bicycle. I don't know the history. I thought it was a Mark V* but the frame number and markings on the seat lug number confuse me. On the Chain side of the lug is B S A stamped in and on the other side is a X with a four digit number, 1031 stamped under it. See image. Also...
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