My uncle passed some time ago and my family is finally cleaning out his stuff. He was a huge car guy, but collected just about everything. I guess he was somewhat into vintage bikes, but the most unique was this BSA airborne.
I am now the proud owner of this fine bicycle, it seems to be almost 100% original down to the war grade tires, seat and BSA pump. It is also in incredible condition. I know the lamp, funky front hub things, and tool pouch are not original, but I do have an original tool pouch and BSA tool that came with the bike. The paint is original and there doesn't seem to be any welds on the bottom of the down tubes, very common I guess with the early twin tube models.
Not sure what I'm going to do with it at this point, but thought I would share it here before I decide anything.
I am now the proud owner of this fine bicycle, it seems to be almost 100% original down to the war grade tires, seat and BSA pump. It is also in incredible condition. I know the lamp, funky front hub things, and tool pouch are not original, but I do have an original tool pouch and BSA tool that came with the bike. The paint is original and there doesn't seem to be any welds on the bottom of the down tubes, very common I guess with the early twin tube models.
Not sure what I'm going to do with it at this point, but thought I would share it here before I decide anything.