Serial # is under the bottom bracket.
Its a 1938, first year twin flex, you can tell by the straight bar from the neck to the bottom bracket. (Scott taught me that -
I hope you're not talking about me
actually there are several variations in the frames.
In 1938 model 4-TS has the curved down tube and the standard two bar frame.model 6-TS straight down tube with only one bar (Camel Back). model 14-TS has a straight down tube with two bars. making three variations for 1938.
In 1939 model 1 has curved down tube and two bars. model two is the ladies version. model 3 has curved down tube and two bars. making for one 1939 mens Twin-Flex frame.
In 1940 model 21-TF has curved down tube and two bars. model 23-TF is the ladies model. only one mens frame in 1940 (excepting left over 1939 bikes usually offered as the "Special Deluxe" model).
In 1941 no Twin-Flex bikes are shown as having been offered.
in 1938 the original design was recalled so all the 1938s put out were called 1939s by Huffman. the way to tell them apart is the accessories. 1938 has flat fender braces and a 9 hole rack the 1939s have channeled braces and the rack with no holes. in 1940 the springer brackets are wider front and rear and the kick stand should be welded to the frame. there may be some other differences I haven't really started to get into mine yet, and it was already complete when I got it.
the bike in this post has a 1946 or later chain guard but it looks to be a definite add on since it doesn't really fit the straight down tube, the springer hardware is 1938-39, can't see the stand. the best way in my opinion to date this bike is the serial number. it should be compared with known bikes to see where it fits in. there is a list in the "Bicycle Restoration Tips" forum. this list is far from comprehensive but it might get you close. i'm guessing 1938 model 14-TS though I have literature from Huffman where they state that "Twin-Flex Cushioning" was available on all 26" models at extra cost.
I kinda like the rat rod look but it would be cool restored too. I have all the parts for mine in primer and should probably get to it but I'm still kinda tired out from the never ending Streamliner project. I think I'll restore a 2007 bike next, parts are easier and cheaper to find!!
Scott