Jesper
Wore out three sets of tires already!
Alright folks, I have taken ownership of this bike. A nice guy who departed with it, but I think he was looking for something a little different based our discussion. I am pretty much of the opinion that it is an Automoto frame built for another brand. I have already determined that it has a French threaded BB. Mismatched front (French make) and rear (SUBLIME; not familiar with it) calipers indicate replacement of one or both cailpers. More than likely the wheels are not original given the roller/rod brake design on the rims. It doesn't show any indication of having brake linkage hardware installed. I don't believe the holes in the top tube were for brake hardware, and definitely not for internal cable routing, although it seems possible to "repurpose" them for that use. Odd difference from other Automoto frames is the forward pump peg braze-ons (I have only seen seat tube posterior pegs), and the fork crown not being of a cross tube style. The saddle is probably of French origin; I should be able to determine the make with some effort; it's in rough shape, and would at present be painful to ride (like getting a 'wedgie'); but may be able to be refurbished for short leisure riding. Regardless, I have some old Ideale saddles, one of which should blend in nicely enough even though not period. Rear hub has a single speed Regina FW, with a fixed cog on the opposite side. Overall, hubs and crank (now serviced) are in good working order. I have a set of wooden rims that would look good once it gets a paint job (green and white?). I've seen a variety of badges so need to find one close to the period if possible. Pedals are definitely not period, but I have some 30s-40s French style pedals (haven't verified threading yet). Nice looking nicked (I believe) plated stem. I doubt bars (more track style, not Maes) are original given the frame geometry. Bars need wrap.