Indiana Bicycle Co - Waverly 'Racer' Survivor

[dnc1]

yes, you are right about that

grips, seats, handlebars, wheels, pedals can always be switched out or the catalogue will offer optional sundries

but, from what I have seen, the sprocket and badge are usually accurate to the catalogue description, it's most often their distinguishing characteristics, ie: "branding"

but again, those can also be switched out over time ...

True, but sprocket size, ie. diameter/number of teeth can affect the design; usually for reasons of structural strength/integrity.
I am thinking here of 'National' (Bay City, Michigan) who employed a chainring design (post 1900) that features either 4, or 5, circles in the design, depending on how large the chainring is.
I wonder if 'Waverley' also used a similar principle re. 4, or 5, spokes?
Just a thought.

 

[locomotion]

True, but sprocket size, ie. diameter/number of teeth can affect the design; usually for reasons of structural strength/integrity.
I am thinking here of 'National' (Bay City, Michigan) who employed a chainring design (post 1900) that features either 4, or 5, circles in the design, depending on how large the chainring is.
I wonder if 'Waverley' also used a similar principle re. 4, or 5, spokes?
Just a thought.

i am 100% agreeing with everyone, I am open to it all
everything and anything is possible
I am also just sharing thoughts.
it would be nice if members with actual catalogues, would actually share some images

 

[Jesse McCauley]

This machine is up for sale with some more detailed photos -

Ca. 1895 Waverly Mens | Sell - Trade: Complete Bicycles

Excellent survivor example packed with proprietary Waverly hardware. Displays very well as it sits but would make a perfect candidate for rideable restoration. Pedals feature all of the original 'Waverly' scripted rubbers encasing the very racey pedals. 'Waverly' script saddle - nose is...

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