1942 Military Columbia Bicycle ~ Finished Restoration. (pics)

[Yaquina143]

I thought you all might like a look at my first restoration in about 25 years. I used to work on bikes when I was a kid but only recently got interested in classic bikes again. Since I do a great deal of WWII reenacting I thought the logical first restoration would be a period correct Military bicycle.

My impression in reenacting is that of a 165th Signal Photo Co. Combat Photographer, stationed with the 2nd Ranger Bn. "Daisy", the name I gave to this girl, will be my transportation around reenactments and will make it easier to take some pictures. I am currently researching a rear rack that would be accurate for this bike so that I can carry my camera box.

I think she turned out quite well and yes, the headlamp works!

 

[militarymonark]

Looks really good

 

[Monark52]

Great job...very different.

 

[J.E]

Nice job.Would love to come see it in person some time.

 

[Boris]

I just bought a Columbia frame and was searching for some ideas. I bumped into this post. I liked it, and thought maybe someone else would like to look at it again.

 

[tony d.]

42- skidoo

what no badge or you don't need no stinkeen badges

 

[squeedals]

Sweet ride!!!:o

 

[mruiz]

I just found one of those today

It is missing the head badge, however it has a skiptooth sprocket and tank, in good shape. Tires are shot for sitting 30 + years. I have no pics yet. the delta lite is there but no lends. Oh and a rear rack.
mitch

 

[robertc]

Yaquina143,
You did a great job on that bike.

 

[Stony]

I like this bike a lot. I've collected militaria for over 40 years and have always wanted an original WWII bike. Am looking if anyone knows of one.

Cheers,

Stony