Cleaning out my Dad's garage. Found an old bike. 1940's era? Please help identify.

[MagicMo]

Hi there,
I was cleaning out my Dad's garage and came across his old bike. I remember him telling me it was from the 1940's. Let me know what you think.
Thanks in advance!
Maureen
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[old hotrod]

Looks like a prewar DX tank and a bunch of non Schwinn parts...Colson maybe? Hard to tell from the pics

 

[Strings-n-Spokes]

Do you have better pics of the rear drop-out? I believe I see "ears" for a drop stand. That would make it a '39

 

[MagicMo]

more pics

More pics

 

[old hotrod]

Do you have better pics of the rear drop-out? I believe I see "ears" for a drop stand. That would make it a '39

39 has a straight downtube (tube from headtube to bottom bracket)...note the seat stays (frame connection behind seatbost) not Schwinn...

 

[ccmerz]

The year is 1940

 

[MagicMo]

question

39 has a straight downtube (tube from headtube to bottom bracket)...note the seat stays (frame connection behind seatbost) not Schwinn...

Thanks for the info. Should I be looking for a schwinn seat in the garage? My dad was a bit of a hoarder and if there was another seat he would keep it, he didn't throw out ANYTHING!! This is nothing compared to what else I have to go through! I have already found about 200 old telephones (he was a Bell systems worker) and while it is fascinating it is overwhelming to say the least.
Thanks!
Maureen

 

[Relic]

Magicmo

Hey Magicmo, I know we talk bicycles here...but i am looking for a old 3 slot payphone the one that take a quarter, nickle and a dime as you are going through that stuff-Thanks

 

[Rear Facing Drop Out]

bike aint a scwhinn

Its not a schwinn but the tank sure is. The tank is by far the best part to find. $200ish. The rest of the bike is not a schwinn. There are subtle non schwinn features that make me possitive that its not a schwinn. Any old bike parts in all conditions should be brought up here so you don't toss anything good. The phone might be awesome too. Any pics?

 

[vincev]

Hey Magic,Welcome.If you have any pay phones,odd phones ,etc you might want to sell please let me know.I am looking for one.