Brooks 1933 Catalog — Saddles and Riding Kit for Cyclists and Motor Cyclists (List No. 168)

The Brooks catalog for 1933, issued as List No. 168 from the Criterion Works in Great Charles Street, Birmingham. Its title page describes it as “a catalogue of the complete range of models offered for the year 1933 with notes upon the selection and maintenance of such kit,” and that second half of the sentence is what makes the book unusually useful: it is a range list with a maintenance argument running through it.

Three things in it are worth drawing out for anyone reading the Brooks range backward from the modern catalog.

The first is the roll-call on printed page 3, which is the clearest statement the company made of how its own marks were organized. It reads: “Leather seated models—BROOKS: BROOKS CHALLENGE: BROOKS LEGION: KAYDEX; a super weatherproof range—BROOKS PLYFLEX; a popular priced weatherproof range—IMPERVIA; and spring mattress-top type—BROOKS SUPLEX.” Seven marks, sorted by construction rather than by price, and each of them is then carried right through the saddle section with its own models. Challenge and Legion in particular are not incidental mentions. Challenge appears as C.5, C.30, C.31, C.32 and C.39, and Legion as A, B, E, H and J, each illustrated.

The second is the spelling. The range is printed SUPLEX throughout, with one P, on pages 18, 20 and 21.

The third is that this catalog quotes no prices at all. Every model carries its size and its weight, and then a price line set as a blank: “Price: ___ enam.; ___ nic.” for the models offered in both finishes, and “Price: ___ enam.” for those offered in enamel only. The figures were never printed. Anyone using this book to compare what one Brooks range cost against another will not find the answer here, and a price attributed to the 1933 catalog has come from somewhere else. The enamel-and-nickel pairing itself is the useful signal: in 1933 a Brooks saddle is quoted enamelled or nickeled, and chromium appears in the book only once, on the No. 9 toeclip, which is described as “open steel frame, chromium plated.” The cycling shoes on pages 28 and 29 are repeatedly called “fully chromed,” but that is chrome-tanned leather and not a plated finish.

For a reader interested in care rather than models, printed pages 3, 30 and 31 are the ones that matter. Page 3 gives the company’s own instruction for dressing a saddle, and pages 30 and 31 list Brooks Proofide with an illustration of the tin, together with the No. 3 and No. 5 tension pin spanners, the No. 5 being specified “for tension pin and clip nuts of Champion saddles.”

Two notes on what this record is. Printed pages 8 and 9 are not present in the source scan: it runs from the spread carrying pages 6 and 7 straight to the spread carrying pages 10 and 11. Nothing should be treated as absent from the 1933 range on the strength of this book alone, and the military service saddles in particular are unaccounted for by the gap. This record reproduces the cover, the title page, the saddle range and the accessory, motor and closing pages that carry the catalog’s own statements; the bag, oilskin, shoe, pillion and legging pages, printed pages 22 through 29 and 34 through 39, are held in the Ebykr collection but are not reproduced here.

The scan is a low-resolution one. The embedded images run about 1,350 pixels across per two-page spread, which is roughly 675 pixels per printed page, and the images in this record are presented at twice that. Headings, model numbers, sizes and weights read cleanly. The smallest body copy sits at the floor of legibility.

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[Front cover. Red card stock, printed in black and gold.]

BROOKS

REGISTERED TRADE MARK

SADDLES & RIDING KIT FOR CYCLISTS & MOTOR CYCLISTS

[Below the lettering, a gold-blocked illustration of a sprung leather saddle carrying the BROOKS oval badge.]

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[Title page.]

BROOKS

REGISTERED TRADE MARK

SADDLES AND RIDING KIT FOR CYCLISTS AND MOTOR CYCLISTS.

A CATALOGUE OF THE COMPLETE RANGE OF MODELS OFFERED FOR THE YEAR 1933 WITH NOTES UPON THE SELECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF SUCH KIT

PUBLISHED IN THE INTERESTS OF EASY WHEELING AND ISSUED WITH THE COMPLIMENTS OF

J. B. BROOKS & Co. Ltd.
CRITERION WORKS
GREAT CHARLES ST.
BIRMINGHAM, 3

TELEPHONE – CENTRAL 3670
TELEGRAMS: BROOKS, BIRMINGHAM
Codes – Bentley’s Complete Phrase

LIST No. 168

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[Printed pages 2 and 3.]

SADDLE SELECTION

THE ADVANTAGES OF CYCLING for recreation and exercise are once again receiving recognition. Thousands are being added to the ranks of those who perceive the health and pleasure to be derived from it. Doctors testify to its contribution to good health, the pleasure it yields needs no demonstration, whilst as a means of seeing the beauties of the countryside, cycling is unrivalled. This renewed enthusiasm for cycling calls for a careful study of the means whereby the most enjoyable and comfortable riding may be obtained.

A bicycle should not be bought at the lowest possible price, heedless of the service which the many components going to make up the whole will be called upon to give. In the eagerness to be out upon the road the first machine that is offered is sometimes accepted. It may happen that the alternatives offered have apparently such slight differences that the beginner is unable to distinguish the one from the other, and cannot see any reason for a decision which might involve an increase in initial expenditure. Of no cycle component is it so important to exercise care in selection as the saddle. A cheap saddle is the first component of a cheap machine to show its weakness.

The seat portion of a saddle is made in various materials and in different forms, according to particular requirements. A leather seat is by far the most appreciated, but there are also weatherproof fabric seats, and others constructed with springs. Knowledge is required in order to recognise leather quality, and the inexpert are easily misled on this point. Inferior grades can quite often be given a high polish and smooth surface, thus presenting an excellent appearance, but in a very short time deterioration occurs, whilst with superior leather exactly the opposite happens and the rich, beautiful, supple material becomes itself a sufficient reason for pride of ownership.

Weatherproof seats of combined fabric and leather construction present essential qualities for riders whose machines have on occasion to be left exposed to the elements. The flexibility and shapeliness of a leather seat are retained, and the “proofed” surface prevents the absorption of moisture.

Spring seats consist of a series of longitudinal springs beneath a felt and weatherproof surface. Resilience is thus obtained in the seat itself, and there are many riders to-day who prefer this arrangement to the usual method of giving elasticity by means of the [s]pring framing.

Reverting to seats constructed of leather, it is difficult to appreciate, from appearance only, the difference between the first grade article and the next best, but in reality the explanation is perfectly simple. For Brooks Saddles only the “Butt” of a hide is employed: this, as will be seen from the illustration, is only the middle portion of the whole hide, and commands a much higher price. It is only by the use of such material, however, that the quality of Brooks Saddles can be maintained, and the experience of many thousands of cyclists confirms the value of this wise precaution. Saddles cut from butts, grease dressed during manufacture, are practically waterproof, yet capable of “breathing” in a healthy manner; this means that a Brooks Saddle never becomes “clammy” and is always cool to the rider, thereby considerably conducing to comfort on a long journey, especially in hot weather. Cheaper saddles cannot afford Brooks quality leather, and it is in the rider’s interest that Brooks Saddles are clearly marked on both flaps and at the rear with the name BROOKS.

The best weatherproof protection for the saddle is the rider, but for those whose cycles are at times at the mercy of the elements there are the patented Plyflex and Impervia models. Plyflex consists of “plies” of fabric, weatherproof surface uppermost, on moulded leather foundation, affording a substantial top that, whilst flexible, will not crack and does not cling to the rider or become unduly warm in use.

For those who prefer resilience in the seat itself, an extensive range of spring mattress-top saddles is listed. Every confidence can be placed in these models, designed and manufactured throughout at Brooks works, and incorporating the accumulated experience of half-a-century of saddle making.

Quite apart from the substance of a saddle there is also the question of under springing and shape. A beginner would be well advised to try various types of saddles before making a decision. This, however, is not always possible, and a few general remarks may be helpful, whilst the more detailed comments on the following pages should also be studied.

The present-day popularity of saddles once described as “racing models” is no doubt due to the degree of efficiency which the saddles afford the rider and to the excellent surface of modern roads.

To-day the range of Brooks-made saddles is extended to meet the needs of all types of riders and pockets. The cyclist will know the models by the following marks:— Leather seated models—BROOKS: BROOKS CHALLENGE: BROOKS LEGION: KAYDEX; a super weatherproof range—BROOKS PLYFLEX; a popular priced weatherproof range—IMPERVIA; and spring mattress-top type—BROOKS SUPLEX.

It is in some of the detail features of the Brooks-made saddle that the cyclist will appreciate superiority, as, for example, the perfect shape of the top, the efficient clip with fine adjustment, and the shapely springs and frame, accurately made in every particular.

To those cyclists who are purchasing standard-built machines we cannot too strongly urge the wisdom of changing a saddle if, after a reasonable period of use, it is found uncomfortable: if a correct choice can be made before actual purchase it would be a less costly procedure. Any agent will assist in this matter.

[Two diagrams. The first, a bicycle in side view, is captioned “SLOPE OF SADDLE INCREASED FOR SPEED WORK” and “PEAK OF SADDLE BROUGHT FORWARD ABOVE CENTRE OF CRANK FOR SPRINTING AND HILL CLIMBING.” The second shows a rider’s leg at the pedal.]

Care should be taken to fit the saddle in the most comfortable position. The measurements given in the accompanying illustration have been found by experience to be a good average. Excessive ele[vation] of seat should be avoided, and the seat should be at such a height from the pedals that the leg is never fully extended.

In common with all leatherware, a leather saddle will repay careful treatment. We recommend Brooks Proofide, which has been specially prepared in our own works as a suitable dressing for conditioning and preserving leather. This dressing should be applied lightly to the surface of the saddle and allowed to dry: on no account should the drying of leather be hastened in any way.

With the acquisition of a bicycle and the enthusiasm that comes with it, there arrives the need for suitable kit. The same care given to the selection of a saddle should be exercised in regard to other accessories. Amongst various considerations we would mention the wisdom of obtaining a holdall of ample size for summer touring, with an alternative bag for day or week-end excursions, bearing in mind the convenience of such an attachment as the Brooks Quick Release device. Ponchos and oilskin clothing should be chosen with care to ensure absolutely waterproof material, not impaired by careless stitching. Shoes of light weight, yet reinforced to withstand the wear peculiar to cycling, are yet another feature calling for very careful buying.

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LOOP FRONT SADDLES

Designed for the full roadster type of machine. This style of saddle has always proved extremely popular both for about-town use and also for long-distance touring where the rider’s preference is for a resilient seat. Made in gent’s model only, in various sizes and grades.

BROOKS B.90. Brooks solid butt hide top, six-wire bracket, double loop front spring and stranded wire rear coil springs. Made in three sizes.

B.90/1. Size: 10¾” × 8¾” × 3½”. Weight: 3 lbs. 4 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

B.90/2. Size: 11¾” × 9¼” × 3½”. Weight: 3 lbs. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

B.90/3. Size: 12¼” × 9¾” × 3¾”. Weight: 4 lbs. 2 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

BROOKS B.76. Selected butt hide top, four-wire bracket, double loop front spring and plain wire rear coil springs. Size: 10¾” × 8¾” × 3½”. Weight: 2 lbs. 12 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS CHALLENGE C.5. Leather top, six-wire bracket, double loop front spring and stranded wire rear coil springs. Size: 11¾” × 9¼” × 3½”. Weight: 3 lbs. 5 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

BROOKS LEGION H. Leather top, four-wire bracket, single loop front spring, plain wire rear coil springs. Size: 10½” × 8¼” × 3¾”. Weight: 2 lbs. 4 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

KAYDEX K.6. Leather top, four-wire bracket, single loop front spring, plain wire rear coil springs. Size: 10½” × 8¼” × 3¾”. Weight: 2 lbs. 7 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS PLYFLEX P.207. Patent weatherproof moulded top of multi-ply construction, stout leather foundation. Non-cracking, non-clinging, flexible and durable. Six-wire bracket, double loop front spring and stranded wire rear coil springs. Size: 11¾” × 9¼” × 3½”. Weight: 3 lbs. 6 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

IMPERVIA R.6. Patent weatherproof moulded top, leather foundation. Non-cracking, non-clinging. Four-wire bracket, single loop front spring and plain wire rear coil springs. Size: 10½” × 8¼” × 3¾”. Weight: 2 lbs. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 5. Seven saddles photographed and captioned: B 90, C 5, LEGION H, K 6, P 207, IMPERVIA No 6.]

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[Printed pages 6 and 7.]

TENSION COIL SPRING SADDLES

Manufactured principally for hard service by heavy riders. The tension coil springs serve to give steady, even riding, due largely to the extensive amount of wire employed.

BROOKS B.130. Brooks solid butt hide top, girder bracket with pivoted peak, large diameter closely wound tension coil rear springs connected to the saddle by means of pivoted pillars. Gent’s model only. Size: 11¾” × 9¼” × 3″. Weight: 4 lbs. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

BROOKS CHALLENGE C.39. Leather top, plain girder bracket. Double loop front spring, large diameter closely wound tension coil rear springs attached to the saddle top by means of hinged pillars. Size: 11¼” × 9″ × 3¾”. Weight: 4 lbs. 2 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 7. Two saddles photographed and captioned B130 and C39. Below them, the BROOKS oval badge is reproduced with the line:]

The Badge of the Easy Wheelers—worn on the back of the Saddle.

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[Printed pages 10 and 11. Printed pages 8 and 9 are not present in the source scan.]

THREE-COIL SADDLES

The popular form of saddle for general use.

BROOKS B.75. Brooks solid butt hide top, four-wire bracket, three large diameter fine pitch coil springs. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic. Ladies’ model—Size: 9¾” × 8½” × 3½”. Weight: 2 lbs. 5 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

BROOKS B.73. Selected butt hide top, four-wire bracket, three large diameter closely wound coil springs. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 3½”. Weight: 2 lbs. 6 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9¾” × 8½” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 5 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS JUNIOR No. 3. Leather top, four-wire bracket, three coil springs. Size: 8½” × 6″ × 3″. Weight: 1 lb. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS CHALLENGE C.31. Leather top, four-wire bracket, three coil springs. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 3½”. Weight: 2 lbs. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9½” × 8½” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 4 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS LEGION A. Leather top, four-wire bracket, three coil springs. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 3½”. Weight: 2 lbs. 2 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9¾” × 8½” × 3½”. Weight: 2 lbs. Price: [blank] enam.

KAYDEX K.2. Leather top, four-wire bracket, three coil springs. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 3¾”. Weight: 2 lbs. 2 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 10″ × 8½” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 1 oz. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS PLYFLEX P.205. Patent weatherproof moulded top of multi-ply construction; stout leather foundation. Non-cracking, non-clinging, flexible, and durable. Four-wire bracket, three large diameter fine pitch coil springs. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8¾” × 3½”. Weight: 2 lbs. 4 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9¾” × 8½” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS PLYFLEX P.208. For carrier service. Patent weatherproof moulded top of multi-ply construction; stout leather foundation. Non-cracking, non-clinging, flexible, and durable. Girder bracket, three large, heavy coil springs. Gent’s model only. Size: 10¾” × 8½” × 3½”. Weight: 3 lbs. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

IMPERVIA R.2. Patent weatherproof moulded top; leather foundation. Non-cracking, non-clinging. Four-wire bracket, three coil springs. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 3¾”. Weight: 2 lbs. 2 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 10″ × 8½” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 1 oz. Price: [blank] enam.

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 11. Eight saddles photographed and captioned: B 75, BROOKS JUNIOR No 3, C 31, LEGION A, K 2, P 205, P 208, IMPERVIA No 2.]

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[Printed pages 12 and 13.]

FOUR-WIRE SADDLES

Recommended for the type of rider who prefers a seat with a little more resilience than that usually selected to-day by the hard-riding cyclist. The slightly greater resilience of the loop wire frame in this type is appreciated by many long distance riders.

BROOKS B.10. Brooks solid butt hide top, double loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 10½” × 8¾” × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 14 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS B.18. Brooks solid butt hide top, single loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 12 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9½” × 8½” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS B.72. Selected butt hide top. Single loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 11 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9½” × 8½” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS CHALLENGE C.30. Leather top, single loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 10½” × 8½” × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 12 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS LEGION B. Leather top, single loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8½” × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9½” × 8½” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS LEGION J. Extra lightweight saddle, similar to Legion B, but with smaller seat, for children’s and youths’ machines. Leather top, single loop four-wire frame. Size: 10½” × 8″ × 1¾”. Weight: 1 lb. 6 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

KAYDEX K.3. Leather top, single loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 10½” × 8½” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 9 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS PLYFLEX P.206. Patent weatherproof moulded top of multi-ply construction, stout leather foundation. Non-cracking, non-clinging, flexible, and durable. Double loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model—Size: 10½” × 8¾” × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 9 ozs. Price: [blank] enam. Ladies’ model—Size: 9¾” × 8½” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 7 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

IMPERVIA R.3. Patent weatherproof moulded top, leather foundation. Non-cracking, non-clinging. Single loop four-wire frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 10½” × 8½” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 11 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 13. Eight saddles photographed and captioned: B 10, B 18, C 30, LEGION B, LEGION J, K 3, P 206, IMPERVIA 3.]

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[Printed pages 14 and 15.]

RACING SADDLES AND ROAD SPEED MODELS

At one time these narrow, almost rigid, models were the choice solely of racing cyclists, for use either in track or road events. It is a significant fact that the Brooks Champion is still the recognised favourite for all such events, and is selected by an overwhelming majority of experts. To-day, however, with the increase in efficiency cycling amongst the “multimiler” class of rider, this narrow, well cambered seat, on rigid under frame, enjoys a vastly increased patronage. The Champion shape has been found to assist energetic long-distance riding by offering the minimum resistance to pedalling effort and by giving just that degree of support which is appreciated by the rider who has learned the secret of balance awheel.

BROOKS B.17 CHAMPION MODELS. Brooks solid butt hide top, light yet strong two-wire frame. Gent’s model only, in the three following sizes:

Standard—Size: 11″ × 6¾” × 2⅜”. Weight: 1 lb. 12 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.
Narrow—Size: 11″ × 6″ × 2⅜”. Weight: 1 lb. 11 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.
Sprinter—Size: 11″ × 4⅞” × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS PATENT CHAMPION DURALUMIN. The association of a duralumin frame with a Brooks solid butt hide top brings to the lightweight enthusiast the most practical solution of the ultra light seat problem. In a saddle of this nature, the importance of a reliable leather top, capable of retaining its shape, cannot be over-estimated. This model resembles the B.17 Champion Narrow, and is strongly recommended for the clubman’s use. Gent’s model only. Size: 11″ × 6″ × 2¼”. Weight: 1 lb. 4 ozs. Price: [blank]

BROOKS CHALLENGE C.32. Similar in shape to the B.17 Champion Narrow. Leather top, two-wire frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 11″ × 6″ × 2⅜”. Weight: 1 lb. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS PLYFLEX P.209. Similar in shape to the B.17 Champion Narrow. With patent weatherproof moulded top, of multi-ply construction. Non-cracking, non-clinging, flexible, and durable. Two-wire frame. Gent’s model. Size: 11″ × 6″ × 2⅜”. Weight: 1 lb. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS PLYFLEX P.209L. Has a slightly shorter top than the P.209, and has a four-wire single loop frame instead of the two-wire pattern. Ladies’ model. Size: 10″ × 6½” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 9 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

KAYDEX K.5. Leather top, two-wire frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 11″ × 6″ × 2⅜”. Weight: 1 lb. 8 ozs.

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 15. Seven saddles photographed and captioned: B17CH, B17C STANDARD, B17C NARROW, B17C SPRINTER, CHAMPION DURALUMIN, C 32, P 209.]

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[Printed pages 16 and 17.]

RACING AND ROAD SPEED MODELS

The models illustrated on the opposite page are in continuation of the Champion series described on page 14. They offer alternatives for specialised forms of speedy road and track work, and whilst they all embody long, narrow, well-cambered tops, there are variations in the under frames and they should be compared closely with the other Champion models, and also with the road speed models of mattress-top construction appearing on pages 20 and 21.

BROOKS B.19 CHAMPION. A lengthened B.17 Champion, affording a change of seating position for fast, long-distance road riding. Brooks solid butt hide top, extra strong two-wire frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 12½” × 7″ × 3″. Weight: 2 lbs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS B.18 CHAMPION. Brooks solid butt hide top, four-wire single loop frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 11″ × 6¾” × 2⅜”. Weight: 1 lb. 12 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS B.66 CHAMPION. Brooks solid butt hide top, four-wire bracket, short sturdy rear coil springs, pivoted peak. Gent’s model only. Size: 11″ × 6¾” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 6 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS B.75 CHAMPION. Brooks solid butt hide top, four-wire bracket, three short stiff coil springs. Gent’s model. Size: 11″ × 6¾” × 3″. Weight: 2 lbs. 7 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS B.75L. CHAMPETTE. (The Ladies’ Champion.) Brooks solid butt hide top, four-wire bracket, three short stiff coil springs. Ladies’ model. Size: 10¾” × 6¾” × 3″. Weight: 2 lbs. 7 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS LEGION E. Leather top, four-wire single loop frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 10¾” × 6¾” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 10 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

KAYDEX K.4. Leather top, four-wire single loop frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 10½” × 6¾” × 2″. Weight: 1 lb. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS P.209L. See page 14.

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 17. Seven saddles photographed and captioned: B 19 CH, B 18 CH, B 66 CH, B 75 CH, B 75 L CH, LEGION E, K 4.]

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SPRING MATTRESS SADDLES

For the cyclist who has a preference for resilience in the seat itself. The whole seating area is formed by coil springs, and these, whilst adapting themselves to the rider’s form, also serve to eliminate road shocks.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.20. Spring mattress top, covered stout black weatherproof fabric with felt interlay. Size 1 has a four-wire bracket for both ladies’ and gent’s models; size 2 has a girder bracket, as illustrated. Both models have three large diameter fine pitch coil springs.

S.20/1. GENT’S MODEL—Size: 10½” × 9½” × 3¾”. Weight: 3 lbs. 2 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

S.20/1L. LADIES’ MODEL—Size: 9″ × 9½” × 4¼”. Weight: 3 lbs. Price: [blank] enam.

S.20/2. GENT’S MODEL ONLY—Size: 11″ × 11″ × 3¾”. Weight: 3 lbs. 14 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.; [blank] nic.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.35. Spring mattress top, weatherproof fabric covering, with felt interlay. Simple, rigid, girder frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 10½” × 9½” × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 8 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 19. Three saddles photographed and captioned S 20/2, S 20/1 and S 35, above the line:]

Made by the world’s Master Saddle Makers

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[Printed pages 20 and 21.]

SPRING MATTRESS SADDLES FOR FAST ROAD RIDING

Designed for lightweight roadster riders who prefer resilience in the seat itself. The models described hereunder are all of narrow, or extra narrow, construction.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.20. NARROW. Spring mattress top, stout black weatherproof fabric covering with felt interlay. Short, stiff, three-coil springs, four-wire bracket. Size: 11″ × 8″ × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 14 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.25. RACER. Spring mattress top, stout black weatherproof fabric covering, with felt interlay. Stiff, two-wire B.17 Champion type frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 11″ × 8″ × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 3 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.25. EXTRA NARROW. Size: 11″ × 6″ × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 2 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.30. RACER. Spring mattress top, covered with stout black weatherproof fabric, with felt interlay. Rigid girder frame. Gent’s model only. Size: 11″ × 7″ × 3¼”. Weight: 2 lbs. 4 ozs. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.30. EXTRA NARROW. Size: 11″ × 6″ × 2¾”. Weight: 2 lbs. 1 oz. Price: [blank] enam.

BROOKS SUPLEX S.30. DURALUMIN EXTRA NARROW. Spring mattress top, covered with stout black weatherproof fabric with felt interlay. Stiff girder frame (similar to S.30 Extra Narrow, but of duralumin; clip is also partly duralumin). Size: 11″ × 6″ × 2¾”. Weight: 1 lb. 12 ozs. Price: [blank]

Saddle heights are measured from centre of clip bolt to seat surface.

[Facing plate, printed page 21. Four saddles photographed and captioned S 20 NARROW, S 25 RACER, S 30 RACER and S 30 NARROW DURALUMIN, above two plan views captioned NARROW & RACER PLAN and EXTRA NARROW PLAN. Note that the plate caption reads S 30 NARROW DURALUMIN where the text on page 20 heads the model SUPLEX S.30 DURALUMIN EXTRA NARROW.]

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TOOL BAGS AND ACCESSORIES

For the completion of the discriminating rider’s kit.

BROOKS TOOL BAGS

A range of high-class bags, cut from stout leather, strongly sewn. Substantial leather straps and good fasteners. In every way worthy components of the worthiest of saddles.

B.595. A cylindrical bag designed for use with B.80 or C.12 type saddles. Size: 6½” × 2¼” diameter. Price: [blank]

B.564. Rectangular bag, stiff ends, address pocket with celluloid cover, ring lock, strap and buckle attachments. Size: 6″ × 3″ × 1½”. Price: [blank]

B.6908. Rectangular bag, stiff ends, address pocket, ring lock on flap, strap and buckle attachments. Size: 6″ × 2½” × 1½”. Price: [blank]

B.565. Stiff oval ends, all-round strap and buckle, two buckled straps for attachment to saddle. Size: 6″ × 3″ × 1½”. Price: [blank]

B.8434. Similar bag to above, but in black leathercloth on fibre foundation. Oval leather ends, all-round strap with buckle fastening, strap and buckle attachments. Size: 6″ × 3″ × 1½”. Price: [blank]

B.1055. Stiff oval ends, for juvenile saddles. In brown leathercloth on fibre foundation, ring lock fastening, strap and buckle attachments. Size: 5″ × 2¼” × 1½”. Price: [blank]

BROOKS TOESTRAPS

Stout leather productions, with nut and bolt attachments.

B.1171. Twin strap pattern, buckle fastening. Price: [blank] per pair.
B.1173. Single strap pattern, buckle fastening. Price: [blank] per pair.
B.1440. Special pattern for Pellisier type pedals. Quick release buckle. Price: [blank] per pair.

TOECLIPS

No. 8. Piano-wire frame, adjustable. Strap with quick release buckle. Price: [blank] per pair.
No. 9. Open steel frame, chromium plated. Strap with quick release buckle. Price: [blank] per pair.

BROOKS SADDLE COVERS

Moulded and stiffened, for attachment to saddle top; complete with tapes. Size 1, suitable for saddles up to and including B.90/1 size. Size 2, suitable for saddles B.90/2 size and over.

B.854/1. Brown felt cover, with green piping. Price: [blank] each.
B.854 L. Brown felt cover, with green piping, ladies’ model. Price: [blank] each.
B.854/2. Brown felt cover, with green piping. Price: [blank] each.
B.965. Black weatherproof fabric. Price: [blank] each.
B.965/2. Black weatherproof fabric. Price: [blank] each.

BROOKS PROOFIDE

For conditioning, weatherproofing and preserving leather saddles, shoes, coats, and all other leatherware exposed to the weather. The ideal dressing for your new Champion. Price: [blank] and [blank] per tin.

BROOKS TENSION PIN SPANNERS

No. 3. For tension pin and spring nuts. Price: [blank]
No. 5. For tension pin and clip nuts of Champion saddles. Price: [blank]

[Facing plate, printed page 31. Tool bags photographed and captioned B 595, B 564, B 6908, B 8431, B 565, B 8434; a felt saddle cover captioned B 854; toestraps captioned B 1171 and B 1173; a tin of Proofide, its lid lettered BROOKS LEATHER DRESSING PROOFIDE; and three tools captioned No 8, No 9 and No 5.]

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MOTOR CYCLE SADDLES

BROOKS B.180. As illustrated, with large spring-mattress top. Three-point attachment. Covered with substantial black weatherproof fabric, with felt interlay. Size: 13½” × 15½” wide. Weight: 5 lbs. 15 ozs. Price: [blank]

BROOKS B.181. Similar to the B.180, but with girder bracket and clip fixing. Coil spring at peak. Size: 13½” × 15″ wide. Weight: 8 lbs. 15 ozs. Price: [blank]

BROOKS B.194. Spring pan seat. Size, resilience and shape are combined to make this the most comfortable saddle in production to-day. The mattress seat, of radiating coil springs, merges into the deep, concave shaped back. Clip fixing. Large diameter compression coil springs. Coil spring in peak. Covered with substantial black weatherproof fabric, with thick felt interlay. Size: 13½” × 17¼” wide. Weight: 10 lbs. 9 ozs. Price: [blank]

BROOKS B.193. Similar pattern to the above, but designed for three-point attachment direct to the motor-cycle frame. No coil spring in peak. Size: 14¾” × 17½” wide. Weight: 10 lbs. 7 ozs. Price: [blank]

BROOKS B.196. Pan seat. The rear of the saddle is deeply cupped, enabling the rider to sit in the seat. Comfort here depends entirely upon the large size and shapeliness of the saddle, also upon the large compression coil springs operating on hinged pillars. Clip fixing with long slot for adjustment. Covered with substantial black weatherproof fabric, with thick felt interlay. Size: 14″ × 17¼” wide. Weight: 9 lbs. 4 ozs. Price: [blank]

[Facing plate, printed page 33. Three motor cycle saddles photographed and captioned B180, B194 and B196.]

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[Closing leaf, unnumbered, following printed page 39.]

J. B. BROOKS & CO. LTD.

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