G519?

[Freqman1]

I can’t really tell from those pics if how correct this is. It has 19 watchers so probably no bargain to be had but ya never know.

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[Krakatoa]

@blackcat
@Mercian

 

[blackcat]

Hello;
If the number matches the frame MG95138 ( J 10- OCT 42), for me, it's a bargain.
It is necessary to find him à new crankset complete and à good kickstand, wich is not insurmontable.
Regards;
Serge

 

[Mercian]

Hi All, Thanks @Freqman1 @Krakatoa

Pictures transferred for reference.

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Description​

WWII ERA COLUMBIA BICYCLE MG95138. RESTORED IN THE 1980s.


MG95138 is a serial number that fits into the known Columbia G519 series, probably with date code J10 (October 1942) and Morrow Hub Code L3 (Q3 1942). It should be a straight bar frame with a 'Coffin' type chainwheel. The frame style is correct, but the chainwheel is wrong. Most other parts look correct.

It might be that the MG number actually uses an inverted W to create the M, several serial numbers close to this one do.

Best Regards,

Adrian

 

[altapat]

@DaGasMan

 

[Mercian]

@schwinnphantom

 

[DaGasMan]

Front fender, bell and rear reflector don't appear to be correct. Easy fix there too.
Tool kit and tire pump, not so easy. But still, man, I wish I could play the game on
this one. Good luck everyone!

 

[Mercian]

Example 'inverted W'

 

[Houndsworth]

So is an inverted W OK for a military contract bike?

If so and the buyer is in CA or the West, maybe he or she will bring it to the Military Motorcycle, Scooter, & Bicycle Showcase planned during a big military vehicle event in April 2023 in Plymouth, CA. Info on the military forum.

 

[GTs58]

So is an inverted W OK for a military contract bike?

If so and the buyer is in CA or the West, maybe he or she will bring it to the Military Motorcycle, Scooter, & Bicycle Showcase planned during a big military vehicle event in April 2023 in Plymouth, CA. Info on the military forum.

Read Mercians post #30.

Bicycle oddities and factory mistakes | General Discussion About Old Bicycles

That's so cool Lars 🤓 I wouldn't let that go either ! 👍 Thanks for sharing . 😁 Thanks Curtis! Hope you are doing well, my friend!

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