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British Cycle Corporation was formed in 1956 by Tube Investments to take over the Birmingham makers, Hercules, Armstrong and Brampton.
1958, TI took over Sun
1960 is when TI took over Raleigh https://www.gracesguide.co.uk/British_Cycle_Corporation
Looking to restore this Hercules. The chrome looks good from a distance and the paint is worn through to the primer in many spots. I'd like to find it's year of production but the only stamp I can find is "B 1405" on the fork below the headset. The 3-speed hub is made by Hercules not S/A. Any ideas on how to find the date on this one would be appreciated! View attachment 324565 View attachment 324566 View attachment 324567
Nice project, that should clean up and be a looker! Have you checked the rear hub for a date? From the bikes I've seen, @Gasbag is correct on dating Hercules hubs so you can at least get close on the year.
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