Schwinn Packard ID help

[BrianInPA]

Went to pick up a CWC on Friday and the guy threw this bike in for $20. He said he saved it from the scrap yard. It has the Arnold Schwinn Packard emblem on the front. Under the bottom bracket it almost looks ground down, and I couldn't find a serial number anywhere else. Is the bottom bracket where I would look, or is there another way to determine the year?

 

[1817cent]

Look at the side of the right drop out. Probably a 52 or later.

 

[GTs58]

1/2" pitch chain so most likely later than a 51 model. If the serial isn't under the crank, then the serial should be on the left rear drop out above the axle nut.

Looks like a D-53 model. Also known as the Leader in 1953.

 

[BrianInPA]

1/2" pitch chain so most likely later than a 51 model. If the serial isn't under the crank, then the serial should be on the left rear drop out above the axle nut.

Looks like a D-53 model. Also known as the Leader in 1953.

Ok that's awesome, I couldn't leave her sitting there for $20. I appreciate the help!

 

[dasberger]

$20 is sweet deal... Parts on there worth a few bucks for sure. Should clean up nicely as well

 

[BFGforme]

Badge is the money on it!