“Iver Johnson Badges Throughout the Years”

[catfish]

I've only seen this badge one time in my entire life and that was at a "Fitchburg Rides" swap a few years ago..................However, it was not for sale !!!!! Pete in Fitchburg

When I showed you this one?

 

[Handyman]

When I showed you this one?

You've got that right Catfish.....................it was right in your display case..................never have seen another. Pete in Fitchburg

 

[Handyman]

This looks great, Pete - here's a Lovell Special for your archivesView attachment 1012155

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That is one incredible looking badge Dean.........................can't say I've ever seen one in person. Pete in Fitchburg

 

[PCHiggin]

What happened to the company? Were they gobbled up during WWII?

 

[Handyman]

Decided to add this little "notation" to the 21-41 Pic as there may be some new collectors that might not see the difference immediately. Also, check out the new link on my website: http://boulderartgallery.com/Iver_Johnson_Bicycle_Collection/IverJohnson_Badges.html
Pete in Fitchburg

 

[cyclingday]

Magnificent!

 

[pedal4416]

Thank you for this post Pete. I believe you (or someone else) posted this before but I can never find it!!!

 

[Handyman]

Thank you for this post Pete. I believe you (or someone else) posted this before but I can never find it!!!

Thanks pedal4416, I've been meaning to do this for quite some time now but with our show coming up soon, I had to fast track it !! I do remember this previous post from some time back that included four badges............However, I can't remember who posted it but it wasn't me. Pete in Fitchburg

 

[Major Taylor Archive]

What's the deal with the owl? I know Iver used them on their advertising for a while. Anyone evey seen this badge before?

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Catfish - What year/model is this badge from ?

PCHiggin - The company ceased bicycle manufacturing after WW2 but continued to make guns. They are currently located in Florida manufacturing/importing firearms. The owl logo is still used by the company though it has evolved a bit. Not sure of the significance.

https://www.iverjohnsonarms.com/index.html

 

[catfish]

Catfish - What year/model is this badge from ?

PCHiggin - The company ceased bicycle manufacturing after WW2 but continued to make guns. They are currently located in Florida manufacturing/importing firearms. The owl logo is still used by the company though it has evolved a bit. Not sure of the significance.

https://www.iverjohnsonarms.com/index.html
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I found the badge, not the bike.