Pre 1937 Colson serial number project

[fordmike65]

I'd like to compile a list of Colson serial numbers and take a stab at cracking the code. I have a few written down with a description of the bike and a few pics, but would appreciate any info other Cabe members would care to share. If possible, please post the serial number and a pic of the bike. If a picture is not available, a description would be great. Sticking to pre-37 since that's the year Colson began stamping a two digit date code into the bottom bracket. Thanks for the help! Mike

 

[tripple3]

1936 Packard LWB Singlebar Roadster
Thread on this when found: https://thecabe.com/forum/threads/packard-badged.74716/

 

[mike j]

Here is my, as found, Silver Ring badged Colson camelback. I'm guessing late 20s to early 30s. No #s anywhere.

 

[mike j]

A 1934 Silver Ring Colson 28" girls bike. May have to drag it out again for another photo, but #s read 4L1006.

 

[fordmike65]

No pic, bit I jotted this info down a while back.

1936 Double bar. Blade forks
5684F

 

[mynameislegion]

Guessing by the fork at 34 or 35. Vogue.

 

[fordmike65]

Guessing by the fork at 34 or 35. Vogue.View attachment 785112 View attachment 785113

Looks early 36 to me. Ballooner?

 

[mynameislegion]

26 inch Colson wheel set.

 

[fordmike65]

26 inch Colson wheel set.View attachment 785115

Yeah. Pretty sure it's an early 36. Thanks for posting.

 

[Freqman1]

Hi Lo balloon tire 4E2805