Need help identifying - 1950s? Child's Tricycle

[saroach3823]

Do not see any branding or serial numbers. Thanks!

 

[Indian Man]

Western Flyer , minus truss rods ? Just my guess ! Someone on the cabe will definitely know . Give it time .

 

[juvela]

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details of stand plate should identify manufacturer

just checked my Garton Toy Co. catalog of 1953 and it does not appear to be one of theirs...


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[AS-1]

Are the wheel diameters 16" and 10"?

 

[AS-1]

Murray-Ohio Velocipede, but I don't know the model number.

 

[saroach3823]

Are the wheel diameters 16" and 10"?

Yes that's correct on both

 

[AS-1]

Yes that's correct on both

Could you add a couple of very clear pictures of the side and the underside of the seat? Also, the stem where it meets the handlebars? Thank you.

Oh, one last thing: take detailed pictures of the crank arms and the ball bearing retainer assembly.

 

[saroach3823]

Could you add a couple of very clear pictures of the side and the underside of the seat? Also, the stem where it meets the handlebars? Thank you.

Oh, one last thing: take detailed pictures of the crank arms and the ball bearing retainer assembly.

Here you go. Thanks!

 

[AS-1]

Here you go.

Disclaimer: I don't know much about velocipedes, I just like them. There are several members here who are very knowledgeable about them and I hope they will jump in and set the record straight.

I suspect yours is a 1949-50-ish Murray-Ohio Model 551. Your model was the best they offered. It has double-adjustable handlebar, three piece crankset, front wheel ball bearings, ball bearing pedals, and a Troxel 8716-H-6 saddle, true spoke laced wheels, all high end features. I think your trike originally had truss rods and I think someone buggered with the paint but I can't prove it.

Thanks for sharing.

Kit