Paramount help

[rollfaster]

I just cleaned up this sweet Paramount for a friend yesterday. He couldn’t remember what year it is, and I know nothing about them. Any help dating this bike would be most appreciated.

 

[island schwinn]

@Schwinn499 @Metacortex

 

[rollfaster]

@Eric Amlie

 

[GTs58]

Before the experts chime in, I'll take a guess just to entertain everyone. I reserve the right to change guess after the experts chime in.

May of 1972 and the 218th frame built.

Very nice Paramount too!

 

[Schwinn499]

72 indeed

 

[rollfaster]

Thank you guys! The owner will be happy to know this. @Dweber

 

[rollfaster]

And while we’re at it, let’s take a crack at this one too!

 

[pakman2]

View attachment 815780 View attachment 815781 View attachment 815779 And while we’re at it, let’s take a crack at this one too!

This one looks to be October 72 and the 285 bicycle made that month. I believe the I letter was skipped

 

[rollfaster]

No kidding, both 72? Awesome, thanks a bunch!

 

[Eric Amlie]

These help nail down when the seat tube panel decal was discontinued, unless the October bike has been repainted, which could be. I see no chrome.