History of Bicycle Pumps

[marcus]

Here's C. Pelissier in 1931. Grease gun or gonfleur? Note full size conventional frame pump behind seat tube. The mid 1920s images of L. Buysse show same-shaped item on down tube as this one.

 

[marcus]

Should have sent this one; it's clearer and earlier -- 1925. Buysse's regular pump is in front of the down tube.

 

[marcus]

I meant 'in front of the seat tube'...

 

[dnc1]

Here's C. Pelissier in 1931. Grease gun or gonfleur? Note full size conventional frame pump behind seat tube. The mid 1920s images of L. Buysse show same-shaped item on down tube as this one.

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No, I agree with your theory.
They definitely look more like pumps of some sort.

 

[Real1]

Great stuff...thanks for all the info! I've never seen anyone discuss this. I bought the correct vintage frame pump for my Raleigh and the gal threw in a twin for a few bucks more.

Fascinating....just fascinating!

Kevin