Well, they arrived today.
One is complete, in the sense that the inner steel bar is connected, the other isn't!
As delivered and unboxed.....
They're obviously not for the wood sprint rims.....
This is what I meant by not connected.....
This is how they join; the 'nut' has two flat spots for a spanner and the other end of the bar is threaded for about 1 1/2 inches......
I'm so hoping that's some lettering/logo under that crust!
Here are some shots of one of the sections of cork.....
I'll try a little gentle cleaning of the 'nut' tomorrow if I have time.
The wood rims are " Laroche Pouchois " by the way, and are true as you like, lovely.....
Any ideas yet anyone?