Holdsworth 1953 Aids to Happy Cycling — Clothing, Accessories and Components from Ankle Socks to Wheels, with the Workshop Charges, Enamelling Notes and Gear Table

The House of Holdsworth’s accessory catalog for 1953, scanned open as spreads: the club and racing clothing, accessories and components set out alphabetically, closing with the workshop and renovation terms and the gear table.

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W. F. (SANDY) HOLDSWORTH’S
Illustration by kind permission of “Cycling”
AIDS
TO HAPPY CYCLING
— 1953 —
[A line drawing of a cyclist riding down a country lane, seen through a large bicycle wheel rim with a fork blade and brake in front of it, with a windmill and trees in the background.]

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[A blank sheet of blue paper with no printing.]
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AIDS TO HAPPY CYCLING
This little booklet has now been published for many years, and I have pleasure in presenting the 1953 Edition.
More than thirty years have now passed since I first endeavoured to meet the requirements of keen Cyclists—the Racing man (and woman), Club riders and Tourists, and I have now gathered around me a most efficient and knowledgeable staff.
The many ” Worthy ” and ” Allez ” articles mentioned herein are the result of this collaboration. The other proprietary lines have been selected to give the best service, and at the same time, be in reasonable supply.
We regret we must state that owing to present conditions, prices are liable to alteration without notice. All prices include Tax in the few cases where payable.
ANKLE SOCKS (Elastic Tops)
” LASTEX ” Elastic Yarn—White … 3/11 pair
Rayon Mixture—White … 1/11 ,,
ATHLETIC BATH SALTS
Recommended by Reg Harris 12 oz. tin 2/10
BAG SUPPORTS
The ” QUILLITE “. The first rigid effective lightweight (only 5½ ozs.) saddle-bag support, and still the best although often copied. Heavily enamelled, light gauge tubing, with strong clips and rust-proofed nuts and bolts. 3/6 each
[A line drawing of a looped wire saddle-bag support.]
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BELLS
” VIC-TREE “. Very light polished alloy … 1/6 each
LUCAS CHALLIS No. 50. The old favourite C.P. … 5/9 ,,
,, No. 30. Challis 3″ steel dome Chrome … 4/3 ,,
,, No. 3. Enclosed pattern. Chrome … 3/6 ,,
CONTINENTAL ” A.F.A.” Polished alloy … 4/- ,,
Also in red, gold, green, blue … 4/6 ,,
Ditto, ” SONNETT “. Spring ” Flick ” ring … 2/9 ,,
BRACKET FITTINGS AND SETS
B.W. Full stock held.
CHATER-LEA Axles. 1 1/2″ chain-line for 1/4″ or 5/16″ Balls. No. 1007 3/6 each. No. 1240 for double Chain Wheel … 5/- each
CHATER-LEA Cups. Fixed or Adjustable. Chrome … 3/- ,,
CHATER-LEA Locking Rings … 1/9 ,,
GNUTTI Standard or G.C.C. Hollow axles.
Nickel chrome steel … 16/9 set Chrome steel … 12/- set
GNUTTI Cotterless spares stocked.
BRAKES
G.B. The alloy brake which has proved its worth.
Ample adjustment for 26″ and 27″ (as illustrated).
G.B. Racing or Tourist levers … 38/6 pair
G.B. Tandem 39/6 pair
G.B. Coureur—The racing brake … 38/6 pair
G.B. Grand Tour—Another G.B. Special 38/6 pair
New ” G.B.” Lever. 1/6 extra
Comprehensive stock of G.B. Spares held.
” BEBOREX “. The French Massed-Start Brake with grooved levers giving finger grip. Very easy but strong action. Instantaneous quick release. Heartily recommended … 54/3 pair
ALP Continental—Quick Release … 38/6 ,,
WEINMANN. Swiss Precision and finish. Quick release 40/9 ,,
RESILION—the famous British brake.
Cantilever ” A ” Silver cables. Chrome 27/6. Alloy 22/6 each
Cantilever Tandem for complete safety … 30/- ,,
Cantilette—all chrome finish … 17/6 ,,
[A photograph of a G.B. brake lever beside a G.B. caliper brake with its blocks.]
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BRAKE SUNDRIES
CABLE CLAMPS
The ” LE DIDO ” alloy twin cable clamp will keep your brake cables neatly together. Weight negligible. Silver 9d. Coloured 1/-
OUTER CASING
Will not fray or crack. Silver, red, blue, green, yellow, black or white 4d. per foot
CABLE CLIPS
DUNLOP, Coloured … 3d. each
TERRY, Chrome, 1″ and 1 1/8″ … 2d.each
LEVERS
MAFAC—Without rubber cap 12/-. Complete … 16/6 each
BEBOREX. Super hood with grooved finger grip … 11/6 each
G.B. hooded alloy. (For 15/16″ and 7/8″ bars) … 7/6 each
(Available in racing or tourist pattern).
G.B.—New pattern hooded lever, thumb adjustment … 10/- each
RESILION. Steel chrome 7/6 each. Alloy 7/- each.
ALP—Continental … 8/6 each
” HONKING ” RUBBERS
G.B. White. State if for the ” super hood ” or ordinary … 4/6 pair
SHOCKSTOP. Translucent. Plain. 2/3 pair
CONSTRICTOR. Translucent. File pattern grip … 3/9 pair
CONSTRICTOR. Lever Sleeve 3/- pair
CAPES
QUELDA. Holdsworth’s Plastic Cape with welded seams and spot welded thumb loops. Honestly, I had been adverse to plastic capes till I saw this one. The material is really tough and is nearly un-tearable. All seams are welded so that there is no stitching to cause leaking or weakness. It is fitted with zip, set diagonally with tag to prevent tearing. Zip has also cover to stop wet seeping through. Ventilated back (welded) to lay the condensation bogey. Of course, it’s my specially full cut style. In gold. Size 45″, Hem 135″. Weight 14 ozs. … 24/-
SPECIAL ” JUNIOR “. Lighter plastic, welded, 39″, gold only … 16/11
SOU’WESTERS
In Plastic, waterproof and light. Gold … 4/-
FOR SPECTACLED RIDERS. Proofed Cap, fawn, with large peak to keep rain off lenses … 3/9
[A line drawing of a cyclist in a full cape and hat riding toward the viewer in the rain.]
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BIKESPATS
BIKESPATS. Greatly improved pattern (see illustration). Welded seams throughout including across instep. Heavy duty plastic shoe covering following shoe-line to heel. Fastening under instep and around back of shoe with sturdy elastic. Press-button fastenings around calf backed with strong tape. Knee length In gold … 13/11
LEGGINGS
In Gold Plastic. Plastic zip fastenings. Well finished job. Trouser button loops 12/6 pair
CHAIN ADJUSTERS
HOLDSWORTH’S own for rear opening path ends … 1/9 pair
Cyclo ” True Track ” Adjusters for forward ends … 1/3 pair
CHAINWHEEL SETS
GNUTTI COTTERLESS set. A splined fitting incorporating the best Nickel-Chrome Bracket Set. Fine Italian workmanship and finish giving final touch to any cycle. Set: Cranks, Bracket Set, Spanner and Single Ring 70/6 With Double Ring … 87/6
GNUTTI 3-pin Steel Chainsets, 6 3/4″ cranks. Excellent workmanship. Every size from 46T to 52T (inc.) 1/8″ and 3/32″ … 48/6
GNUTTI Double chainwheel sets 46/49, 47/50, 48/51. Complete cranks and rings … 64/6
SCANDIA Continental Sets. Chromed. Fluted cranks. Similar fixing to Chater, 6 3/4″ cranks. 44T, 46T, 48T, 1/8″ and 3/32″ 38/11
Double 46/49, 47/50 … 51/-
D.H. Belgian Chrome Set. Single 38/11. Double 47/50, 3/32″ 51/-
WILLIAMS. C34. Sturdy Design 3-pin … 26/-
,, C1000. Streamline, Lightweight 3-pin … 37/-
,, C1200. Continental pattern. Fluted cranks 3-pin 6 3/4″ cranks. Attractive design … 61/6
CHATER 3-arm Fluted Square Cranks, 6 1/2″ (Cranks only) 66/3 pr.
6 3/4″ & 7″ 71/3 pr.
(For Chater Rings see below).
Allez!
CHAIN RINGS
in Aircraft Aluminium Alloy. These rings give astoundingly long wear. Double flanged and specially designed to eliminate ” flattening “. 3-pin fixing. Suitable for Chater cranks. 46T, 47T, or 48T. 48T 3/32″ only … 15/-
GNUTTI Chrome. 46T, 47T, 48T, 49T, 50T. 1/8″ and 3/32″ 15/-
CHATER. 36T to 40T 16/-. 42T 16/6, 44T 17/-, 46T 17/6, 48T 18/- in 1/8″. In 3/32″, 46T 19/-, 48T 19/6, 50T 20/6 also 1″ × 3/16″ stocked.
D.H. 44T, 46T, 47T, 48T, 49T, 1/8″ and 3/32″ … 10/3
SCANDIA. 44T. 46T, 48T, 1/8″ and 3/32″ … 10/3
[A line drawing of a knee-length plastic bikespat, shown standing upright.]
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DOUBLE CHAIN RINGS
SIMPLEX. State whether set centrally or inside 45/48, 46/49, 47/50. 35/- set
HURET inner ring inside normal position. 47/50, 46/50, 3/32″ 33/9 ,,
GNUTTI inner ring, ditto. 46/49, 47/50, 48/51 … 32/- ,,
D.H. Combination of singles 21/3. SCANDIA. 46/49, 47/50 21/3 ,,
CHAIN WHEEL BOLTS
” ALLEZ ! ” Chrome plated with hexagon heads … 4 1/2d. each
CHATER bolts—set of three bolts 1/3. Standard … 2d. ,,
Also the Continental Sets, GNUTTI, SCANDIA, D.H. Stocked.
COTTER PINS
Standard size—chrome plated 4 1/2d. each. CHATER … 1/3 each
” ALLEZ ! ” Extra long for alloy sets—Cadmium plated … 6d. each
CONTINENTAL … 9d. each
CRASH HATS
Note these are N.C.U. approved patterns and afford complete protection, but are light and comfortable to use. EMPIRE CHAMPION. As illustrated. Note special frontal protection. In · tan leather with cream piping and cream inside. Twin straps … 37/-
SIX DAY pattern. Streamlined in tan leather. Twin straps … 31/6
CYCLOMETERS
LUCAS ” King of the Road ” Chromium plated. Records up to 10,000 miles and then repeats. Bright clear figures record miles and tenths of miles. 26″ or 27″ 7/-
The ” GRUBB ” alloy clip for front fork blade. Saves resetting after removing your wheel … 2/- each
[A photograph of a boy in profile wearing a banded leather crash hat, and a line drawing of a Lucas cyclometer with its clip, labeled “LUCAS CYCLOMETER”.]
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EMBROCATION
ELLIMAN ATHLETIC RUB. The good old favourite. Made from the finest ingredients … 2/-
Also CURACHO, Small 2/6, Large 4/2.
For cold weather, ask for ” Thermal Curacho ” (same price but small size only).
ENTRY FORMS
R.T.T.C. Forms (Blank at top) … 3/4 per hundred
They can be overprinted with all the necessary headings for your ” Open Events ” at an extra flat charge of 16/- for any number up to 400. Delivery usually 7 days or under. Just send your requirements with remittance for packing and postage (as under) to W. F. HOLDSWORTH, 138-140 Beckenham Road, Beckenham, Kent.
Post 100, 4d.; 200, 8d.; 300, 1/1; 400, 1/3.
FEEDING BOTTLES AND CARRIERS
The Allez! bottle is in a class of its own.
Spun from stout gauge aluminium, with corrugated sides, it can withstand an abnormal amount of knocking about. The diameter of 2 7/8″ is most convenient for the hand and all corners are rounded. The interior has been treated so as to eliminate any possibility of harmful effect on the fluid carried. An aluminium capped cork completes a first-class job. Weight only 4 ozs. each
In natural finish 4/6 each. Or highly polished 5/3 each
Spare aluminium capped corks … 4 1/2d. ,,
DRINKING TUBES … 6d. ,,
[A white-on-black illustration of a corrugated aluminum feeding bottle with a capped cork.]
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For Allez! Bottles
Sturdily made in light alloy strip with double spring clip, which whilst holding the bottle firmly and preventing rattle, enables it to be instantly ready for withdrawal at the flick of a finger. Weight only just over 2 ozs.
4/6 each
Or in double pattern. Weight 4 ozs. … 8/6 each
And in Continental Wire (as illustration) Single. Handlebar or down tube fitting 4/6 each
Double … 7/6 ,,
SIMPLEX Carriers, the famous French article. Single (Handlebar or Down Tube) 6/6. Double, 8/6
Also ” STRATA ” Small Capacity Bottles and Carriers. Set Complete, Single 5/9. Double, 11/6
FREEWHEELS
VILLIERS 16T, 17T, 18T … 6/5 each
CYCLO. All sizes 16T to 28T except 27T, from … 7/- ,,
MULTIPLE FREEWHEELS
REGINA. The Italian Block which I very heartily recommend. New Pattern with all sprockets detachable. Superb workmanship obvious at a glance. Smart bronze finish. Supplied this year at prices well below any other on the market. Used by Coppi and the entire Italian team in the ’52 Tour de France and the French and Swiss stars Bobet and Koblet. 4 × 3/32″. Complete (can be converted into 5 speed by exchanging smallest cog for double cog). … 18/6 Complete
5 × 3/32″ complete. A further advantage of this method of construction is that it permits of more ” shoulder ” on a 14T cog giving strength … 21/- Complete
[A line drawing of a wire double bottle carrier with two ring cradles, and a photograph of a Regina multiple freewheel block.]
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FREEWHEELS—contd.
REGINA 3 speed (Old pattern) 1/8″ 16, 18, 20T only … 13/6
PREFERENCE (French) 3 × 1/8″ 17/-; 4 × 1/8″ 19/-; 5 × 3/32″ 23/-
EUREKA 1/8″ and 3/32″. 4 up to 20T 28/-; 5 up to 21T 31/-
CYCLO 3. Top, 13-15; Middle, 17-18; Low 18-23. 1/8″ … 20/-
CYCLO 4. Top, 13-15; 2nd, 17-18; 3rd, 18-21; 4th, 19-23. 1/8″ 23/-
BENELUX 3. Top, 14-15; Middle, 16-17; Low, 18-20. 1/8″ Boss 20/-
BENELUX 4. Top, 14-15; 2nd, 16-17; 3rd and 4th, 18-23. 1/8″ 25/-
BENELUX 4. Top 14-15; 2nd, 16-17; 3rd and 4th, 18-23. 3/32″ 28/-
BENELUX 5. Top, 13-14; 2nd, 15-16; 3rd, 16-19; 4th and 5th, 18-23. 3/32″ … 31/6
SPARE COGS
REGINA Single 2/11. Double 6/6 pair
PREFERENCE 14T to 21T 2/-. 22 to 24T 3/3
EUREKA 14T to 20T 3/6 21T to 24T 3/9 Double cogs 8/6 pair
FREEWHEEL REMOVERS
CYCLO—State if for Standard or Boss pattern … 2/6
EUREKA … 3/9
PREFERENCE—Also suitable for REGINA … 4/6
GOGGLES
BINDA GOGGLES. An efficient eye protector indispensable for racing and touring. Alloy frames, pneumatic rubber edges, ventilated, clear or tinted anti-dazzle celluloid lenses, elastic tapes … 5/3
DE LUXE pattern. Flat, white, sponge rubber … 6/3
DUO-LENS pattern, semi-tinted … 6/9
WORTHY GLOVES and MITTS
MITT. Thumb only as illustration on left. Very warm SHEEPSKIN with natural fleece turned inside. In youth/ladies sizes 3 and 4. Mens 6 and 7 18/6pair
TAN HORSEHIDE as illustrated on right. Woollen knitted wrist. Thumb and forefinger very hardwearing dark tan, small, medium and large … 19/11
FIVE FINGER GLOVES, in Cream Horsehide with deep cuff … 18/6 pair
[Two drawings of gloves: a sheepskin mitt with a fleece-lined cuff on the left and a tan horsehide mitt with a knitted wrist on the right.]
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WORTHY RACING GLOVES
For track or road. An essential item for the enthusiast. Correctly placed strengthening patch fitted to take wear when down on the hooks, and when ” caressing ” the tyres during a race. In soft cream horse-hide bound at the edges, half fingers. Ventilation holes on the back … 13/11 pr.
” FAUSTO “. Latest Continental pattern with cool cotton net on back and soft black horsehide palms. Half fingers. A really super glove as worn by champions … 19/6 pair
HANDLEBAR BENDS
HOLDSWORTH’S PATH BEND. In Steel 15/16″. The Sprinter’s Bend. Chromed. So greatly admired at the Earls Court Show … 21/-
STRATA Alloy 15/16″. Mannin Veg, Binda, Bailey, Maes, South-of-France, Tour de France, Aerts, Madison, Dernier … 15/6
Tandem Bend … 16/3 Allrounder (7/8″) … 13/-
A.V.A. Alloy, Criterium and Pelissier … 19/6
Azureen and Super-Riviera … 21/6
G.B. With fancy ferrules. The new Maitland and R. H. Maes also Capo Berta, Pelissier, Road Champion and Maes … 16/6
DAWES Concorde. Used by leading mass-start exponents. New or Old Pattern … 16/6
HANDLEBAR END PLUGS
” SHOCKSTOP ” all rubber In claret, blue, black, green and natural … 1/3 pair
DUNLOP black or white rubber with expander screw 1/6 ,,
HANDLEBAR FERRULES
In alloy fancy pattern 15/16″ only. In highly polished alloy 2/6
THE NEW Allez! TAPE
In strong TWILL. 3/4″ wide, five-yard rolls. In white, black, blue, yellow, red or green … 2/- roll
Also the original matt finish. Same colours 1/3 ,,
[A line drawing of a half-finger racing glove.]
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HANDLEBAR STEMS
The Allez! Hand-made in Holdsworth’s workshops. Steel. Lapped design. Fancy cut-out. Heavily chromed. Expander pattern 3″ and 4″. For STRENGTH and APPEARANCE … 30/-
Tandem 3″ (Head Clip) 28/-
REYNOLDS—Alloy. All-in-one, Expander 2 1/2″ 19/6
REYNOLDS—” Flywate Alloy ” Expander 2″ 18/-
G.B. One-piece hiduminium Alloy—Expander 1 3/4″ 16/- 2 3/4″ 18/-, 3 1/2″ 19/9. G.B. Steel 2 3/8″ 3″ 3 5/8″ 23/-, 4″ 4 1/4″ 4 1/2″ 24/6
PRESTO
Standard Single or Tandem 2″ 19/- 3″ 19/6 4″ 20/-
Drophead, Single only 2″ 20/- 3″ 20/6 4″ 21/-
Tour-de-France (under-slung) 2″ 23/6 3″ 24/- 4″ 24/6
Merkens’ (downward curve) 3″ 1 5/8″ drop; 3 1/2″ 1″ or 1 3/8″ drop … 22/6
ACCLES and POLLOCK
Major Taylor (adjustable) with clip. Headclip 26/11
Expander 29/6 Tandem 28/-
Tandem Seat Pillar (T pin) with adjustable clip 1 1/32″ 1 3/64″ 1 1/16″. Length of stem 12″ 27/- Clip only 12/10
STRATA Tandem double-round Clip … 8/6
HEAD FITTINGS
GNUTTI. The latest Italian fittings. Very smart. Fully chromed. Decagon 13/6. The Extra 11/3.
” ALATET “. The new Continental pattern set with decagon design … 8/-
BRAMPTON and CHATER. All Standard Fittings available.
HUB COGS
Offset or Central. Sizes 12T to 16T 1/10 17T to 21T 2/-
B.W. Unit Hub Cogs. 16T and 17T only for use with Unit Hubs (without flange) … 2/-
[A photograph of an expander-type handlebar stem, shown from the side and from above.]
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HUBS
F.B. (FRATELLI BRIVIO). Very strongly recommended. Perfect workmanship.
Alloy flange on steel barrel. Alternatively drilled for weight-saving. Large flange 72/-. Small flange 36/- Available double-sided fixed or gear and fixed. Also single sided gear or fixed.
The famous Italian GNUTTI. Alloy shell, finest steel spindle and cups. Heavily chromed. Single sided for gear or fixed cog. Double-sided for fixed cogs or for gear and cog, 33/6 pair. Fitted with Quick Release Attachments—” A flick and it’s free “. A positive fixture whilst in use. Single-sided for gear or double-sided for gear and fixed … 59/6
Also the GNUTTI ” Airone “. A good hub at a reasonable price. Fixed cog and gear and D.S. … 26/6 pair
LARGE FLANGE CONTINENTAL HUBS
NORMANDY alloy shell and flange … 39/9 pair
SMALL FLANGE CONTINENTAL HUBS
P.W.B.—Steel Barrel. Alloy frame … 24/- pair
PRIOR—Famous French Hubs … 32/3 ,,
BRITISH HUBS
CHATER-LEA hiduminium racing hubs, less track nuts and oil seals. Front No. 1627 … 23/- each
Rear D/S No. 1608 … 29/- ,,
Also in Large Flange Rear fixed-gear only.
Front No. 1660 41/-. Rear No. 1651 45/-
(If required, add 3/- per hub for track nuts and a further 3/- for oil seals).
BRITISH HUB Co.
” Airlite Continental ” Large Flange … 74/- pair
” Airlite ” Small Flange … 46/9 ,,
” Solite ” Small Flange … 27/- ,,
N.B.—These hubs are in restricted supply.
[The Gnutti trademark: a line drawing of a bird with outstretched wings above a small circle, over the word GNUTTI in a rounded box.]
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BAYLISS WILEY’S latest hubs. Nos 19 and 20/21.
Continental hub set, centre machined from the solid for greater strength. 1/4″ ball bearings, accurately ground, ensure maximum smoothness in running. Large diameter spoke flanges are machined from hiduminium, an aluminium alloy of high tensile strength. Spindle hollowed for lightness, with washers and locknuts in chrome finish. The rear hub screwed for cog and lock-ring both sides. Price: Front hub (No. 19) … 28/- each
Rear hub. D/S, complete with lock-ring (No. 20) … 32/5 each
Screwed for cog and lock-ring one side and freewheel the other side. Extra long spindle for Derailleur (No. 21) … 32/5 each
BAYLISS WILEY rear unit freewheel hub, for three cogs. Large drilled flanges. Complete … 48/7 each
,, ,, ,, 4 cogs … 50/5 ,,
(Front hub to match the unit is No. 19)
BAYLISS WILEY’S famous pair—the 9 and 10. Weight 18 oz. the pair. Chrome. No. 9 front … 8/-
No. 10 rear 10/6 New No. 11. Gear and Fixed 11/-
BLUMFIELD ” Duralite ” hubs. The product of a specialist precision engineering works. Can be highly recommended.
Small Flange … Front, 20/- Rear, 27/6
Large ,, ,, 28/- ,, 37/-
PERRY Coaster back-pedalling brake hub, single speed. Chrome Plated … 22/6 each
HUB GEARS
STURMEY ARCHER—of course. A.C. The racing gear fitted with splined sprocket, wing-nuts and alloy shell 55/9
Other ” STURMEY ” Hubs are:
3-speedA.W. Wide Ratio 39/3. A.M. Medium … 47/3
A.S.C. Fixed (medium close) … 58/-
4-speed—F.W. Wide Ratio 45/-. F.M. Medium … 53/-
F.C. Close Ratio … 55/9
Handlebar ” Trigger ” control fitted to all above.
[Two line drawings of hub sets with large drilled flanges, a front hub above a rear hub, and a drawing of a three-speed hub gear with wing nuts and a control arm.]
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DERAILLEUR GEARS—MECHANISMS
(For Multiple Freewheels—see page 7).
SIMPLEX ” Tour de France “. The favourite double roller gear. 3 × 1/8″, 4 × 3/32″, 4 × 1/8″ and 5 × 3/32″ 23/6
Simplex ” 51 “. Automatic tension 4 × 3/32″ and 5 × 3/32″ 35/-
Simplex ” Juy 51 ” With all the latest improvements 42/6
Simplex Chainwheel Derailleur 23/6
Simplex ” Juy 53 ” Very latest Chainwheel Derailleur.
Cable controlled from twin lever (parts included to adapt usual lever to twin) one band fitting to frame … 28/6
Simplex Twin Levers for front and rear gears 15/6
HURET. The gear favoured by that French marvel Louison Bobet.
The Bobet. Separate tension controlled from twin lever 50/-
Huret Tour de France ” Ensemble ” front and rear actuated by twin levers. Complete 45/-, Rear (3, 4, or 5 speed) 24/9, Front, Lever controlled 23/6, Cable controlled 26/-
Huret Tourist. Suitable for tandems … 20/-
CYCLO. The sturdy British gear. Standard complete 3-speed 40/-, 4-speed 45/-.
Cyclo Tandem. 3-speed 45/-. 4-speed 50/-
CONSTRICTOR’S ” Osgear ” Professional model single roller 3- or 4-speed … 27/6
5-speed … 35/-
[A line drawing of a rear derailleur mounted on a frame with a multiple freewheel and chain, and the Huret trademark, the word Huret in script with DERAILLEUR on a banner across a black oval.]
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GEARS (continued)
BENELUX Gear. The gear which was used with such success on British roads during 1952. 3, 4 or 5 speed. Provides closest contact between cog and jockey-sprocket to give a snappy change action and will work perfectly with either pointed or square form freewheel teeth. Claimed to be the newest, simplest, most adaptable gear for every requirement.
Complete mechanism … 30/-
The NEW ” BENELUX SPORT ” with all the latest improvements 47/6
Add 1/6 for handlebar control on Benelux Gears.
SPARES
Good stock of spares for Simplex, Cyclo and Huret. Send us the broken part as pattern to avoid confusion and in the majority of cases we can forward new parts by return.
BENELUX Handlebar Control Lever … 10/6
HEADCLIPS
The Allez! headclip is in highly polished alloy and cannot rust. It is fitted with a Tecalemit grease gun nipple and a hardened frame race. Will fit any ordinary 1″ diameter steering column. Complete with 5/16″ diameter nut and bolt … 6/- each
HUB TRACK NUTS
Chrome plated, front or rear. 1/3 pair
” ROSA ” bright cadmium. As illustrated. … 2/9 set (4)
HARDEN alloy, front or rear. 2/3 pair
HUB WING NUTS
Chrome plated No. 2 pattern, front or rear … 1/8 pair
HURET. Bronze metal 5/6 set … Chrome 6/- set
G.B. alloy lever pattern, front or rear … 4/6 pair
,, ,, for Sturmey hub gears … 5/6 ,,
STEEL. ” Lever pattern. Chrome … 1/10 ,,
[A line drawing of a rear derailleur on a frame with a multiple freewheel and chain, and a drawing of two hub track nuts with knurled collars, one marked ROSA.]
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WORTHY JACKETS
The new ” LABRADOR ” hip-length Jacket. (As illustrated). In heavy grade Proofed Gabardine Olive Green lined throughout in fancy check material. Turnover collar and full open-end zip. Note the capacious pockets behind which are swagger pockets for use when walking (in same style as U.S.A. Navy Jackets). Good length and ample room across shoulders. Side straps. Produced with a view to meeting all requirements. 59/11
Lighter weight hip-length jacket in light fawn proofed Gabardine. Full-length zip. Two large, slanted zip pockets. Elastic gathers on hips to prevent riding up 34/6
In MELTON CLOTH. Warm and cosy. Full zip. Two pockets with flaps. In dark blue or bottle green. … 29/11
WAIST LENGTH
Jackets in light fawn proofed Gabardine Broad Elastic at waist, buttoned cuffs, two good Patch Pockets … 32/6
” KIDDIE CRANK ”
This little fitment reduces the crank length by 2″. It is primarily intended to accommodate a child on the back of a tandem. Fixed and unfixed in 5 minutes. Involves no permanent alteration to machine. Heavily chromed … 19/6 pair
Send for special leaflet.
LAMPS
EVER-READY. Battery Lamps. Case and Bulb … 3/9
EVER-READY. Rear Lamps … 2/1
[A drawing of a man in a zipped hip-length jacket with a hand in the pocket, a drawing of a man in a waist-length jacket with patch pockets and elastic waist, and a drawing of a kiddie crank fitment with parts labeled 1, 2 and 3.]
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DYNAMO SETS
LUCIFER. The famous Swiss sets. Superior workmanship and finish 6 v. .5 amp. 820A Aero and 807 Sport (Headlamp and dynamo incorporated) 53/9
809—With battery 65/-
Aero-bi (two bulbs) 61/6
LUCAS. The lightweight ” King Minor ” CD33 Dynamo 34/6
LAMP BRACKETS
Reynolds R.R.56, extruded hiduminium … 5/-
Constrictor Conloy, snatchproof … 3/-
Chater-Lea steel, right hand, chrome … 2/8
Chater-Lea cadmium plated … 1/9
(N.B.—All above lamp brackets are for brazed-on bosses, and are complete with securing bolts).
Ashby clip-on with spring band. Ideal if you have no brazed-on boss. Alloy lamp bracket with serrated adjustment. Polished alloy clip with plated band … 3/9 each
Types (for right- or left-hand blades). No. 15 AL for ” D ” blades. No. 16 AL for round blades. No. 17 AL for oval blades. No. 16 L round for rear.
MAPS
Barts. 1/2″ (based on Ordnance) on cloth … 6/- each
Dissected … 9/- ,,
MAP MEASURES
The ” Dinky ” with wheel and recording dial. In plastic. For 1″ or 2″ to mile … 5/-
MUDFLAPS
BLUEMELS ” Indestructible “. Clips at bottom of front mudguard. … 1/9 each
” KLEANFEET “. (As illustrated). These handy plastic flaps also assist in keeping your legs and feet dry. The strong elastic loops at the sides just slip over the mudguard bolts or wingnuts. In best plastic, weight only 1 oz. Gold or black … 1/9 each
[A line drawing of a Lucifer dynamo headlamp set with its dynamo, bracket, tail lamp and wire, two line drawings of lamp bracket clips, and a drawing of a front wheel and mudguard with a plastic mudflap.]
[Folio 16.]
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OILERS
Tecalemit nipples, 3/16″ diameter … 3 1/2d. each
Oil-gun for Tec. nipples—” Visigun ” … 4/- ,,
Grease gun for Tec. nipples … 5/3 ,,
PEDALS
CHATER-LEA. Stainless steel frame. Oil seals … 27/- pair
CONSTRICTOR. Boa. Quill pattern made throughout of best quality steel. Chromed. Adjustable width 3 3/4″ to 4″ … 27/6 ,,
Cobra. Simplified design but same quality … 20/- pair
Viper. Constrictor’s latest … 20/- ,,
Allez! Alloy Quill Pattern. This pedal is firmly established as the FAVOURITE among discerning cyclists.
· Made from High Grade Duralumin Alloy.
· Special toughened pedal plates for long life.
· The barrel and end-plates are in one piece, so cannot shake loose.
· Spindle and Cones from High Grade Steel with spindle drilled for lightness.
· Quill pattern gives wide tread accommodating most sizes in shoes with comfort.
· 5/32″ balls throughout.
Weight only 10 1/2 ozs. … 22/6 pair
Full stock of spares always available, so if you have an accident, replacements can be made
WITHOUT DELAY
Dust-caps 6d. each Spindles (L. or R.) 3/6 each
Cones 4d. ,, Felt Washers … 2d. ,,
Locknuts 2d. ,, Steel keyed washers 1d. ,,
Main frames (L. or R) 6/- each.
[A photograph of an alloy quill pedal.]
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PEDALS (continued)
BRAMPTON.
B.8. Quill pattern steel, chromed … 15/9 pair
No. 20. Double-sided. Chromed steel … 8/4 ,,
LYOTARD—the well-known French maker.
Faucheux steel—Width 3 1/2″. Weight 13 ozs. pr. 21/6 pair
Tour de France—double-sided—all steel chrome. Width 3 1/2″. Weight 15 ozs. pair … 18/6 pair
PHILLIPS.
Credalux Steel chrome quill pattern … 16/4 pair
Apollo—Double-sided Steel … 8/6 ,,
WEBB. The well-known steel quill pattern pedal 16/6 pair
ROGER PIEL. The lightest pedal, only 8 ozs. pair. Single-sided. Plain bearing … 19/6 pair
WORTHY PLUS FOURS
MANX TWEED. This exceptionally good Isle of Man tweed is available in a variety of browns, blues and greens. Generously cut and fitted with double seat, three pockets (side pockets are slant opening), belt loops, brace buttons and strap-over extended waistbands. They are stocked in all sizes from 30″ to 38″ waists. Ladies’ 24″ to 30″. The price is: 61/6 pair. Also in good quality YORKSHIRE TWEEDS. In a variety of shades … 47/6
BESPOKE MADE-TO-MEASURE PLUSSES. First class tailor-made to your own measurements. Send for patterns, prices and self measurement form.
PUMPS
BLUEMELS. ” Featherweight ” 15″ black … 6/3
White celluloid … 6/6
” Noweight “. Black only … 7/3
” Airweight ” Polished alloy, 15″ 5/9 18″ 6/6
” Tour de France ” Celluloid in silver-grey, red, blue, green, gold, white … 15″ 7/3 18″ 8/3 each
” Celluminium ” 15″ Alloy Shell, Celluloid Covered 6/-
[A photograph of a cyclist’s legs in plus fours and long socks, pedaling a bicycle.]
[Folio 18.]
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PUMPS (continued)
ZEFAL. The Continental Alloy Pump. Polished 15″ 7/9
18″ 9/9 Coloured 15″ 9/9 18″ 11/9 each.
PENNINE COMPRESSED AIR PUMP. Takes sparklets C.0.2 syphon cylinder 7 1/2d. Will inflate tubular or H.P. tube in less than four seconds. A definite boon to racing men. Thoroughly tested. Including three refills 10/6
PUMP CLIPS
TERRY’S. Chrome 1″ × 7/8″ … 2/- pair
PUMP CONNECTIONS
BLUEMELS. No. 9. Standard 1/- ea. 9a H.P. 1/- each
P. 9. Fits ordinary or H.P. valves … 1/3 ,,
ZEFAL. Continental for H.P. valves … 1/6 ,,
PUSH-ON Adaptors, ” Flector ” … 2/6 ,,
WORTHY RACING CAPS
Well made with good, stiff peak. In white cotton. 3/6 each
” La Casquette “. The cap used by all the Continental road men. White, with short, stitched peak. Can be washed and kept white … 3/6 each
” Showerproof ” in fawn material … 4/6 each
WORTHY RACING SHORTS
COTTON Racing Shorts. Heavy grade … 9/11
Heavy COTTON with CHAMOIS SEAT … 14/6
WOOLLEN with CHAMOIS SEAT. Hip pocket. 26/8
Special ROAD SHORTS. Woollen with long legs and extra large chamois seat to prevent riding up and chafing. Two hip pockets … 29/6
N.B.—All these Shorts are well cut and with elastic at waist.
[A line drawing of a smiling young man in profile wearing a white racing cap with a stitched peak.]
[Folio 19.]

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WORTHY RACING VESTS (Path)
SILK LUSTRE. A very attractive silky finish which fits close to the body. Short zip at ” bateau ” neck (see illustration) 1/4 sleeves and band around chest. White with amber, sky or scarlet band. Black with scarlet, amber or Royal Band … … 22/6
HEAVY KNITTED COTTON. Woven-in band around chest. 1/4 sleeves. Crew neck. White with maroon, royal or emerald band. Black with scarlet, amber or sky band … 12/11
Similar Vest in lighter cotton 8/9
CLUB NOTICE. In the 22/6 and 12/11 qualities many combinations of Club colours available to order. Minimum quantities one dozen lots. Cost from 2/- a vest extra.

WORTHY TRACK SUITS
In Heavy Cotton Fabric fleecy backed. Very ample cut. Zips at neck and ankles. Two trouser pockets. In maroon, navy, green, light blue or nigger … … 52/6

WORTHY ROAD & MASSED START JERSEYS
With pockets front and back. Short sleeves, Lacoste collar.
In SILK LUSTRE. Very smart and speedy owing to smooth finish. Zip at neck.
Sky with Royal, maroon or scarlet band.
Black with amber, scarlet or sky band … … 34/11
In HEAVY COTTON. Same cut but without zip at neck.
Same colours as Silk Lustre.
22/9
Plain colours. Slightly heavier.
In blue, green, black 23/6
PLAIN BLACK. In SILK LUSTRE, pockets front and back, Lacoste collar, short sleeves … … 30/-
In heavy COTTON. Same but long sleeves … 26/11
Ditto, No pockets, long sleeves.
17/-
CLUB NOTICE. Club colours for orders of at least one dozen from 2/- a vest extra.
[Folio 20.]
[At upper left, a line drawing of a smiling man in a short-sleeved racing vest with a dark chest band and a short zip at the neck, holding a handlebar. At lower right, a line drawing of a smiling cyclist in goggles and a collared jersey with a dark pocket, leaning forward and holding a water bottle and tubing.]
[Right-hand page.]
” NEV ”
The Waterproofing Compound. Make your Racing Clothes 100% rainproof. The cloth looks and feels the same and stays fully porous to air. Easily applied. 4 ozs. … … … … … 3/6

REPAIR OUTFITS
” JOHN BULL ” outfits—the most popular … … 1/6 each
” DUNLOP ” outfits. Long 1/6 each Stopping 6d. tube
” DUNLOP “. Patches for tubulars … … … 6d. pkt.
TUBULAR REPAIR OUTFITS
” DUNLOP “, … 5/- ” CONSTRICTOR ” … 2/9
” DISSOPLAST ” Needle and linen thread … … 1/1 card

RIMS—WIRED-ON
ALLOY
CONSTRICTOR—Conloy—stated to be the strongest alloy.
ASP. The rim with a reputation. 26″ or 27″, weight 17 oz. 63/- pair
MAMBA. Solid Alloy. H.P. section. 27″ only. Wt. 18 ozs. 42/6 ,,
BOALOY. Popular-priced Constrictor alloy … … 40/- ,,
K.P. Narrow Section, 26″ and 27″ … … … 33/6 ,,
WEINMANN. Swiss Alesa Rim, 26″ or 27″ … … 40/- ,.
STEEL
RIGIDA. A first class Continental rim. Good finish, and, as it’s name infers makes up to a good rigid and fast wheel. Chrome 27″ only.
25/6 pair

SPRINT RIMS
FIAMME. The well-known Italian Rim with the patented design whereby the pull of the spoke is distributed between the inner and outer edges of the rim thus producing an exceedingly ” tight ” and fast wheel. I very heartily recommend this rim. 27″ only 45/- pair
WEINMANN alloy. Scherens. 27″ only … … … 61/- pair
or Wood-lined as Continental practice … … … 52/6 ,,
SPECIALISSIMO BERETTA … … … … 39/- ,,
CONSTRICTOR Conloy. Weight 12½ ozs., 27″ … … 54/- ,,

SPRINT RIMS—CEMENTS and TAPES
DUNLOP Rim Cement 2/6 Double-sided Tape … 2/11 roll
JANTEX Double-sided Tacky-tape … … … … 2/4 ,,
CONSTRICTOR Zone Double-sided Tacky-tape … … 3/- ,,
[Folio 21.]
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SADDLES
BROOKS — known throughout the world.
B.17—The saddle.
Narrow 11″ × 6″ × 3½”, weight 1 lb. 10 ozs. … 46/6
Sprinter. 11″ × 4¾”[?] × 2½”, weight 1 lb. 7 ozs. … 46/6
Standard. 11″ × 6¾” × 3⅛”, weight 1 lb. 12 ozs. … 46/6
The new ” SPECIAL “. Curved cantle … … … 46/6
B.15. 11″ × 6¾” × 3⅛”, weight 1 lb. 11 ozs. … … 33/6
A Pre-war favourite, ” The SWALLOW ” … … 64/-
” IDEALE “. The well-known French Racing Saddle. No. 41. Natural coloured top. Perforated sides. Chrome chassis. Size: 11″ × 6¾” × 3⅛” … … … … … 29/3
LEATHERIES. L.99 … … … … … 23/9
MANSFIELD’S well-known Racing Saddles.
38N. Size 11½” × 6″. Best butt leather top … … 27/-
The New ORMOND. The ever-popular ultra light-weight racing saddle. Slightly narrower than the 38 N., being 11½” × 5½”. R.R. 56 frame … … … … … … … 40/-
BATH ROAD. Cutaway laced top … … … … 35/-
No. 42 SPRINT. 11½” × 4½” … … … … 27/-
” PATTERSON “. Light coloured top. Specially designed for this famous rider … … … … … … … 45/-

SADDLE COVERS
It is your duty to your pocket and to yourself to keep the rain from your saddle—one wetting will do more harm than a year’s riding. These plastic covers have elastic all round and take but a moment to fit.
1/6 each

SADDLE SHIELDS, etc.
BROOKS—Celluloid. Fits under saddle to keep off wet when riding without mudguards. Two sizes—sprinter and narrow … 1/6
BROOKS PROOFIDE. For all-weather protection of your saddle. A sound investment. … … … … … … 1/4 tin

SADDLE SUPPORTS
HOLDSWORTH’S
” SURE ” saddle support fits on the stretching bolt of the saddle and clips around any 1″ diameter top tube or to the seat pillar. Knurled thumb-screw adjustment from 5″ to 9″. Weight only a couple of ounces. Plated finish. Complete with clips, etc. … … 3/11 each
[Folio 22.]
[A photograph of a leather racing saddle with the Brooks oval badge on its side, at top right, and a line drawing of a saddle support, a slim rod with a clip ring at one end, beside the Saddle Supports heading.]
[Right-hand page.]
WORTHY SHOES
These shoes have been famous for many years past. From the days of Southall and Rossiter (both of whom wore ” Worthy ” shoes) down to the present time. Be sure that you see that the shoes you purchase are marked ” Worthy ” and you will be certain of good service and up-to-date design.

ROUGH STUFF
The old favourite back again. Often copied, but never excelled. Holdsworth was the first to introduce this pattern shoe for off-the-beaten-track cycling. Made from fully-chromed rich tan leather. Ski pattern front and web tongue keeps all wet out. Fine solid bend sole, with narrow sewn welt. Stiffened back.
Will keep out the wettest weather and stand up to the hardest wear … … … … 47/6 pair

VITESSE RACING SHOE
The ” Vitesse ” made specially for racing rapidly made its mark in 1951. The requirements of a racing shoe are suppleness, soft upper and lightness. The ” Vitesse ” is made on the dancing pump principle, being a ” turned ” shoe.
Made inside-out, the sole is stitched to the upper and then ” turned “. This gives unsurpassed suppleness.
The upper is of black fully-chromed box calf, with tan fancy trimming. Weight (size 8) only 15 oz. 42/6

SHOE PLATES
” Allez “. Specially cast alloy … 1/6 pair
” Clubman “. Rubber … 1/3 pair
[Folio 23.]
[A photograph of a tan laced shoe at upper right, with a smaller picture of a racing shoe seen from behind, and a photograph of a low black slip-on racing shoe at lower right.]

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LOUISON BOBET. Similar to the shoe worn by this French ” Master “. Cut high at sides and in front with soft turnover to prevent chafing. The all-black finish with gilt eyelets is most attractive 36/-

BRITISH SCHERENS
A splendidly made Shoe, lacing well up on the instep. Padded around top to prevent chafing. In willow calf (tan) uppers, and finest quality flexible leather sole. Very supple. The Champion’s Shoe … 33/9
Also in full chrome leather for long wear 38/6

DEVON. A sturdy shoe for all round cycling. Tan willow calf with white trimming. Good sole … 33/3

RECORD. Excellent shoe with black upper of creamed leather trimmed red around top and down front opening. British low-cut pattern. Horse-shoe heel. Many who saw this shoe at Earls Court wondered how it could be produced for the price of … … 29/9

EILEEN SHERIDAN SHOE
Specially designed for this distinguished rider and worn by her during her past successful season. Dainty upper in soft black calf. Stout sole and heel … … … 39/6
[Folio 24.]
[Four shoe pictures: a photograph of a black lace-up racing shoe at top, a line drawing of a padded lace-up shoe at left, a line drawing of a low shoe at right and a photograph of a black low-cut shoe with a bow of lace at lower left.]
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REG. HARRIS SHOES
Two shoes designed by this great rider. In both of these shoes there is a concealed steel strip under the instep which gives the stiffness preferred by many.

SUMMER SPRINT SHOE
Has perforated upper for coolness. Broad toe. One-piece sole. Light yet strong enough to withstand the strain of an ” all-out ” sprint.
41/- pair

ROAD SHOE
One-piece sole with horse-shoe heel. Distinctive joined front. Rolled edge, sewn inside to prevent chafing
Gilt eyelets and wide perforated tongue. Equally suitable for racing or club riding … … 41/- pair

Both Harris shoes only in black.

WORTHY SHORTS
Special attention has been given to the cut of HOLDSWORTH’S ” Worthy ” shorts. They are full cut with good rise at the back, pleated fronts, slanting pockets, hip pocket with flap button. Extended waist-band. Double seated.
VELVET CORD. Super quality being genuine fustian. Soft and hardwearing. Rich brown shade … … … … 46/6 pair
Ladies 42/8
WHIPCORD. Rich soft brown—can really be recommended for hard wear. In addition these have tunnel belt-loops … … 43/- pair
Ladies 39/3
GREY FLANNEL. West of England flannel for hard wear (Gent’s only) … … … … … … … … 31/3 pair
N.B.—Ladies Shorts have zip on one side and two side pockets.
[Folio 25.]
[A handwritten signature reading Reg Harris at upper left, two photographs of a perforated black lace-up shoe and a black lace-up shoe with a joined front, and a line drawing of a pair of dark shorts on a pair of legs in patterned socks and shoes.]

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WORTHY STOCKINGS
The new ” RICHILIEU “. Many of you will have seen the white stockings from the Continent. Here is the same article made in Britain. The legs have fancy lace pattern and are fitted with elastic at tops. Worn knee-length and giving exceedingly hard wear being knitted from strong cotton. We are sure that these stockings will have as great a vogue here as on the Continent.
Available March 7/11 pair
TURN-OVER TOP. All wool plain brown or fawn … … … 7/11 pair
Ditto, ” WONDER VALUE “. In grey blue … … … only 5/6 pair

WITH ELASTIC TOPS—KNEE-LENGTH
Diamond pattern in all wool. Very superior article … 11/11 pair
Plain Heather mixture. Nylon spliced for wear … … 5/11 pair

SPANNERS
” KING DICK ” Adjustable, 3″ long 6/- 4″ long 7/9
” KING DICK “. Ring Spanner. Strong and light for Front and Rear Hub-nuts 1/4″ × 5/16″ … … … … … … 5/5
TERRY Pedal Spanner—the right tool … … … 3/-
CYCLO Spanners—for Cyclo gears … … … … 1/-
RESILION’S special spanner for their brakes … … 6d.
J. B. BROOKS Saddle Spanners … … … … 2/6
Also Head and B.B. 11d. Six-way … … 11d.
Peg and Cone … 8d.
MAFAC Tool Kits. Fit everything … … … … 12/6

SPOKE NIPPLE KEYS
” KING DICK ” Cadmium one-way… … … … … 1/- each
Four-way … … … … … … … 1/8 ,,

SPRINT WHEEL CARRIERS
” CYCLO’S ” ” Rosa ” in steel … … … … 4/6 pair

STOVES
We have pleasure in once again listing the famous ” PRIMUS ” Pressure Stoves. Imported specially from Sweden. Parraffin burning.
No. 210 Touring … 39/- No. 96 Pocket … 45/-
[Folio 26.]
[A line drawing of a ribbed knee-length stockings with a turned-over top, beside the stockings text.]
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WORTHY SWEATERS AND JERSEYS
We are pleased to be able to re-introduce a Continental type sweater. This is the ” LE PARIS “. As you will notice from the illustration, this has the latest Parisien type collar and trimmings. It has a full zip and is knitted in this Country from really good soft wool. With a weight of 22 ozs. it will give all the warmth required and at the same time the style of knitting will ensure that it keeps it’s shape. The shoulders are stayed to prevent dragging. Several well-known riders have been seen wearing similar sweaters which they have obtained when visiting the Continent. You will be right up-to-date with a ” LE PARIS “. In Nigger brown, bottle green, maroon or light navy with attractive stripes at collar, wrists and waist. Available March 79/11
Ladies sizes to order.

TOUR-DE-FRANCE LIGHT-WEIGHT JERSEY
We are also introducing to our range a lightweight Jersey in TOUR DE FRANCE design as these are so useful all the year round. Close fitting with 1/4 sleeves. Fine light wool in maroon, green, or navy, either plain or with narrow white stripes across chest. Will easily go in your saddle-bag.
30/6

TOE STRAPS
The Allez! CORSA. With slit to tuck the end of the strap in, giving perfect ” stop “. Quick release buckle. Leather specially selected to avoid stretch.
Available March 4/6 pair
STRATA, quick release. Stainless steel Buckle 3/9 ,,
CONSTRICTOR, quick release … … 4/3 ,,
BROOKS with quick release … … … 4/- ,,
” FLICK “. Fitted wide buckle for instantaneous release.
3/3 pair
[Folio 27.]
[A halftone picture of a smiling man in a zipped dark sweater with striped collar, cuffs and waist, leaning forward with his hands on dropped handlebars; a bold hand-lettered Allez! logo stands in the Toe Straps text.]

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TOE CLIPS
The following range will meet all requirements:—
CHRISTOPHE, in three lengths. Most famous of French clips 6/3
CHRISTOPHE CLIP-ON. Nothing to come loose … 6/3
CATO. Spring Steel adjustable Chrome … 5/-
STRATA ” C ” type Spring Steel Chrome … 5/6
STRATA Chrome Steel … … … 3/-
CONSTRICTOR Steel. Fixed depth, 2¾” Chrome 5/3
CONSTRICTOR Boa, fixed depth, 2¾” Chrome 5/3
ASHBY ” Wanderlust ” Adjustable Steel … 4/-
ASHBY ” Monique “. Latest pattern Chrome 4/-
GENUINE ” Vanderstuyft ” Adjustable Chrome 6/6

TOURING BAGS
ROYAL BROOK. A really superb Touring Bag. Reinforced heavy Black Leather cloth. Stout leather wearing patch. Two large pockets. Fitted with Brooks’ Quick Release Rod. Size: 13″ × 8″ × 9½”. Weight 2 lb. 7 ozs. … 72/5
GLENBROOK. A commodious bag at a useful price. Particularly suitable for low-saddle fitting. Two handy pockets, ” D ” loops for cape straps. 13″ × 7″ × 6½” 22/11
[Folio 28.]
[A line drawing of a toe clip with a strap at upper left, and a halftone photograph of a dark leather touring saddlebag with two large pockets and buckled straps, set under a saddle.]
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BROOKS ” MOSSBROOK ”
Suitable for long distance touring, having an exceptional capacity, and two generous end pockets, the MOSS-BROOK is a stiffened bag, fitted with the BROOKS Quick Release Rod and ” D ” loops for cape straps. Overall size: 13″ × 8″ × 9½” … 37/6

HOLDSWORTH’S ” EVERYMAN “. Made from Special Composition, looks like Leather, wears like Leather. Waterproof. Keeps shape. Two side pockets, strap fastening. Map pocket on top, turnbuckle fastening. Size of Bag: 12½” × 7½” × 8/5″.
As illustrated 59/-

CHOSSY Roll. Special line, used printers’ felt, two strap fastenings. Size: 11″ × 6½”. The neatest way of carrying oilskins, and the various little trifles you want on a club run. Also very good for tubulars … 21/6

CHOSSY TOURING BAG. Made from unused printers’ felt, which has a smooth black waterproof finish. Two pockets. Size of bag: 11½” × 6″ × 6/8″ … 53/10
[Folio 29.]
[A halftone photograph of a dark leather saddlebag with a saddle above it at left, and a line drawing of a rounded bag with a map pocket on top and side pockets at lower right.]

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PANNIER BAGS
A method of carrying touring kit becoming more popular from year to year.
” DEVONIA ”
Pannier Set consisting of two bags, each 11″ × 11″ × 6″. Two Large Rear Pockets. Made in heavy grade black leatherette. Piped edges. Leather reinforcements to sides. Straps to flaps. Fitted with Quill quick release (as below) … … 50/- pair

PANNIER BAG CARRIER
The ” QUILL “. Strong enough to carry loaded bags, but weight only 24 ozs. Platform 16″ × 5″. Made in Holdsworth’s workshops from best quality tubing. Enamelled jet black and fitted with adjustable cadmium plated clips, nuts and bolts. There are no sharp corners on a ” Quill ” pannier carrier to damage your bags … 12/6

PANNIER BAG QUICK RELEASE
(Patent applied for)
The snag with pannier bags has been the strapping to, and detaching from the carrier—a good 10-minute job at the best of times, but when it has to be done in the dark after a muddy ride. . . . ! But with a ” Quill ” Quick-Release it’s off or on in 10 seconds. Just lift to disengage the top hooks. Supplied drilled ready to rivet or bolt on to your own pannier bags … 5/- pair
[Folio 30.]
[A halftone photograph of a pair of black pannier bags, one with two buckled straps on its flap, and a line drawing of a tubular pannier carrier with a T-shaped quick-release plate.]
[Right-hand page.]
TYRES
WIRED-ON
DUNLOP
” ULTRA-LIGHT ” H.P. 26″ or 27″ 28/9 Tube 5/10
” HIGH PRESSURE “. 26″ or 27″ 17/4 Tube 5/7
” SILVER SPRITE “. 26″ or 27″ 13/11 Tube 5/3
JOHN BULL
” ROAD SPRINT “. 26″ or 27″ Cover 24/9 Tube 5/10
” SAFETY SPEED “. 26″ or 27″ Cover 13/11 Tube 5/3
D’ALESSANDRO
” LEONE “. 27″ Cover 25/-
Most other wired-on Covers stocked.

TUBULARS
D’Alessandro
Introduced by HOLDSWORTH these fine Italian Tubulars are recognised by all as absolutely first class. They have had many successes on the Continent during 1952. The World’s Amateur Pursuit Championship was won on these tyres and the Dutch National Professional team has used them throughout the season including the Tour de France. Many other famous riders pin their faith to D’ALESSANDRO including Sacchi and Ghella; whilst Koblet writes: ” I consider that much of my success has been due to the products of the D’Alessandro factory “. In Britain many of the well-known Amateurs continue to buy these tyres and several outstanding rides have been accomplished upon them during the past season.
The following augmented range will, I am sure, further extend their popularity during 1953 and, in addition, will meet all pockets.
[Folio 31.]
[A large script logo reading D’Alessandro above a line drawing of a cut-away tubular tire showing the stitched casing.]

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IMPERFORABILE. The “unpuncturable” tubular. Well, not quite of course, but the exceedingly elastic raw rubber band between the tread and the base effectively prevents flints, thorns, etc., penetrating. Cunningly woven from Sea Island Cotton fabric with a light pure rubber inner tube this tyre can be relied upon for many miles of racing. Weight 9¾ ozs. Usually with file pattern tread but can be supplied with matt tread … … … … … … … 79/6
LIGHT PATH. Used throughout the 1952 season by the HOLDSWORTH professionals, many remarked upon their comparative freedom from punctures. In addition, very many of the fastest short distance road rides were accomplished upon these tyres. Translucent with narrow red smooth band. Weight 7 ozs. … 64/8
GIRO D’ITALIA. A fine road tyre for hard wear. Not quite so ” pricey ” as the Imperforabile it will never the less give many miles of speedy racing. Narrow black file pattern tread with latex sides.
Weight 10½ ozs. … … … … … … 59/11
CRITERIUM. A new PATH tyre which can be used on all British hard tracks. Smooth black tread. Light fabric. Weight 8 ozs. 49/11
IMPERIAL. When I introduced this tyre in 1952 I underestimated its popularity so that many who wished to ride it were disappointed. This year ample supplies will be available and I can heartily recommend it for value. Narrow black tread with non-slip design. Latex sides.
Weight 12½ ozs. … … … … … … 42/6
LEONE. A very popular strong and reliable tubular, largely used for circuit racing. More and more of this tyre are sold every year. Narrow file pattern tread with translucent sides. Rubber base-tape. 13 ozs. 39/6
BALILLA. A knock-about tubular at a remarkable price. Dark green tread. File pattern and open sided. Weight 14½ ozs. … 31/11
Note—We can supply to order SPRINTER tyres (cotton 6½ ozs. for wood tracks; silk 5 ozs., cement tracks) also SILK IMPERFORABILES. Prices upon application. Delivery approximately five weeks.

DUNLOP TUBULARS
No. 1. Very fine file tread. Weight 7 ozs. … … 56/3
No. 2. Fast short distance tyre. Weight 9½ ozs. … 56/3
No. 3. Good road tyre. Weight 11 ozs. … … 56/3
No. 5. Massed-Start tyre. Weight 12 ozs. … … 56/3
No. 6. For Grass Tracks. Weight 11⅞ ozs. … … 56/3
No. 8. The latest introduction. Weight 12½ ozs. … 42/-
No. 9. Training tubular. Weight 14 ozs. … … 33/9
No. 10. Training tubular. Weight 17½ ozs. … … 33/9

TUBULAR CARRIER
” FULMINE “. Italian Quick Release Carrier with strong elastic cords. Fitted under the saddle. When making rapid change remains attached to the saddle. No fiddling with loose straps … 6/3
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TYRE PRESSURE GAUGES
DUNLOP. Make sure you have the correct pressure and get full speed and long wear from your lively tyres … … 8/-

TYRE SAVERS
CARLTON.—The Carlton Tyresaver is an ingenious device which removes nails, glass, or flints. As the wheel turns, the nail or flint comes into contact with the Tyresaver and is pulled out within a few seconds of its entry into the tyre.
CC Lightweight anti-splash guard … 2/-
C Racing and CL Ultra-light Racing … 1/10
” M ” for use with guards … … 2/-

TRANSFERS
Olympic. 5-colour bands 4½d. pair. Chevrons 7½d. pair.

WHEELS
Now there are wheels and wheels—Holdsworth’s are the last word. All these wheels are the result of careful attention to detail. Not built on ” Piece Work ” rates, or in spare time.
They are built in Holdsworth’s workshops, by experienced mechanics, with only one end in view, and that is—a perfect wheel.
Ask the man who rides them, and while they may have equals, as far as workmanship, materials and general finish are concerned, Holdsworth wheels can have NO superiors. Just try a pair.
BUILD UP the price of the wheels you require by taking the price of the hubs and rims and adding 24/- for double-butted spokes and building. Example:—
Large Flange F.B. (FRATELLI BRIVO) Hubs … 72/-
RIGIDA Steel Rims … … … … … 25/6
Double-butted spokes and building … … 24/-
Total Cost … 121/6
For Sprint rims add 3/6 to cost of spokes and building.
CARRIAGE on a pair of wheels to anywhere in U.K. … 2/6
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[A line drawing of a tire saver, a V-shaped wire frame with two dotted rollers, beside the Tyre Savers text.]

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WORKSHOP CHARGES
Repairs to Solo Frames and Forks
SUPPLY AND FIT. (Give complete instructions).
New top tube … … … … … 27/6
,, down tube … … … … 27/6
,, top and down tubes … … … 50/-
,, top and down, and head tubes … … 60/6
,, seat stays, pair (including top eyes) … 33/-
,, seat and chainstays (including top eyes and rear ends) … … … … 50/-
,, front fork column … … … … 15/-
,, front fork blades (including new ends) … 33/-
,, front forks complete (less finish) … 44/-
,, rear ends—pair … 27/6 Agrati 3/- extra
,, crown … … … … … 35/-
,, brake cable stops … … … … 1/6
,, gear stops … … … … 2/6
,, cable stops and lever boss … … 3/6
Tracking up frame and forks. From … 7/6
(You are strongly advised to have this important work carried out when your frame is re-enamelled).

N.B.—The above prices, which include the use of “531” or “Kromo” tubing in all repairs, will apply in the majority of cases. The right is reserved, however, to make an additional appropriate charge in cases where, for any reason, extra work is entailed.

It should be noted that these charges are for work carried out by highly skilled workmen.

For instructions re despatch of Frames, see page 36.

Quotations for work other than mentioned above will gladly be given upon receipt of particulars.
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RENOVATING FRAMES AND FORKS
Sandblast, de-grease, rustproof undercoat and refinish in any colour glass-hard enamel … … … … … … 33/-*
Ditto in lustre (polychromatic). (Colours include gold, silver, bronze, copper, maroon, fawn, gunmetal, light grey, dark grey, jade green, olive green, silver blue, dark blue) … … … 36/-*
Two colour merging, extra … … … … … 16/6
Ditto in Flamboyants on silver lustre. (Colours: ruby red, ” Helyett ” green, brilliant blue, purple, bronze) … … 47/6*
Ditto, in Flamboyants on polished ” Nickelex “. A most attractive finish … … … … … … … 75/-*
Contrasting coloured band (4″-8″ long) on either seat or down tubes 5/6
Checkered band on seat tube, in any two colour enamels, 5″ … 16/6
Diamond panel to seat tube … … … … … 8/6
Diamond panel to seat tube—flamboyant … … … 11/6
Three 2″ colour bands to seat tube … … … … 7/6
Head tube in contrasting colour (brazed frames) … … 8/3
Enamelling all head in contrasting colour, including approximately 2″-3″ of top and down tubes finished in spearpoints (welded frames) 11/-
Full Continental style panelling throughout. From … … 27/6*
Single box lining to all frame and forks … … … 11/-*
Double box lining to all frame and forks … … … 16/6*
” New Look ” lining to all frame and forks … … … 16/6*
” Feather ” lining to all frame and forks … … … 16/6*
The above can be carried out in two colour schemes.
Lining all lugs in contrasting colour (brazed frames) … … 13/9
Where a frame only is to be enamelled (i.e., where the forks are not sent) one-fifth may be deducted from the above prices, marked *

CHROME PLATING
As you probably know the Government has prohibited the use of nickel as the base for chrome plating. We are pleased that we can, however, offer chrome on a ” Nickelex ” base, which has the same appearance, and is, at least, as durable.
Chrome plating fork crown … … … … … 6/8
Chrome plating front and rear ends, approximately 6″ 21/4
Chrome plating front and rear drop-out plates only … 14/-

TANDEMS
Enamelling … … 66/- Lustre (Polychromatic) 70/6
Chrome plating fork crown … … … … … 11/-
Chrome plating front ends … … … … … 11/-
Chrome plating rear ends … … … … … 22/-
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NOTES RE ENAMELLING
As a lustre finish shows up all the imperfections in the metal of a frame, you are strongly advised to specify an enamel finish to frames which are rust-pitted or to cheap grade frames, as it tends to “cover up” better.
Other makers’ transfers will be fitted to frames during renovation if requested, where these are obtainable, and they will be charged at net cost. The majority of the makers will supply transfers, exceptions being Hetchins, Hercules, and the Raleigh group.

NOTES WHEN SENDING FRAMES
You need not strip off the old enamel. All accessories should be removed, and all interiors if possible. (We will remove interiors you cannot manage).
Pad and pack adequately for transit. Send in a light crate if possible, otherwise fit pieces of wood or wheel spindles with locknuts between front and rear fork ends to avoid squashing.
Forward by road carrier or rail. Send by ” Company’s risk “, in case of a claim for damages. If rail is used, we recommend the passenger train service to avoid unnecessary delay.
Include your name and address with frame and advise despatch by post.
Frames and forks will be returned to you per passenger train or carrier at company’s risk. A charge of 3/- will be made to any address in Great Britain or Northern Ireland. Frames will be sent well protected or in a crate if possible. (Crates should be returned immediately per the same transport or a charge of £1 0s. 0d. will be made.)
In the event of any damage being sustained in transit, you should sign ” Received damaged “, notify the carriers or your Railway Station WITHIN THREE DAYS and ask them to inspect.
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Ch. Wheel | 42 | 44 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 | 52
Wheel | 26 27 | 26 27 | 26 27 | 26 27 | 26 27 | 26 27 | 26 27 | 26 27
No. of teeth on cog
12 | 91 94.5 | 95.3 99 | 99.7 103 | 102 106 | 104 108 | 106 110 | 108 112 | 113 117
13 | 84 87.2 | 88 91.4 | 92 95.5 | 94 97.6 | 96 99.7 | 98 102 | 100 104 | 104 108
14 | 78 81 | 81.7 84.8 | 85.4 88.7 | 87.3 90.6 | 89.1 92.6 | 91 94.5 | 92.8 96.4 | 96.6 100
15 | 72.8 75.6 | 76.3 79.2 | 79.7 82.8 | 81.5 84.6 | 83.2 86.4 | 84.9 88.2 | 86.6 90 | 90.1 93.6
16 | 68.3 70.9 | 71.5 74.2 | 74.7 77.6 | 76.4 79.3 | 78 81 | 79.6 82.7 | 81.2 84.4 | 84.5 87.7
17 | 64.2 66.7 | 67.3 69.9 | 70.3 73 | 71.8 74.6 | 73.4 76.2 | 74.9 77.8 | 76.4 79.4 | 79.5 82.6
18 | 60.7 63 | 63.5 66 | 66.4 69 | 67.9 70.5 | 69.3 72 | 70.8 73.5 | 72.2 75 | 75.1 78
19 | 57.5 59.7 | 60.2 62.5 | 62.9 65.4 | 64.3 66.8 | 65.7 68.2 | 67 69.6 | 68.4 71 | 71.1 73.9
20 | 54.6 56.7 | 57.2 59.4 | 59.8 62.1 | 61.1 63.4 | 62.4 64.8 | 63.7 66.1 | 65 67.5 | 67.6 70.2
21 | 52 54 | 54.5 56.6 | 57 59.1 | 58.2 60.4 | 59.4 61.7 | 60.7 63 | 61.9 64.3 | 64.4 66.8
22 | 49.6 51.5 | 52 54 | 54.4 56.4 | 55.5 57.7 | 56.7 58.9 | 57.9 60.1 | 59.1 61.4 | 61.4 63.8
23 | 47.5 49.3 | 49.7 51.6 | 52 54 | 53.1 55.2 | 54.3 56.3 | 55.4 57.5 | 56.5 58.7 | 58.8 61
24 | 45.5 47.2 | 47.7 49.5 | 49.8 51.7 | 50.8 52.9 | 52 54 | 53.1 55.1 | 54.2 56.2 | 56.3 58.5
25 | 43.7 45.4 | 45.8 47.5 | 47.8 49.7 | 48.9 50.8 | 49.9 51.8 | 50.9 52.9 | 52 54 | 54.1 56.2
26 | 42 43.6 | 44 45.7 | 46 47.8 | 47 48.8 | 48 49.8 | 49 50.9 | 50 51.9 | 52 54
[A gear table printed sideways on pale blue paper, a grid of numbers headed Ch. Wheel and Wheel, with a bracket labeled No. of teeth on cog.]

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HOLDSWORTH CYCLE AND FRAME
CATALOGUE
1953
★
SEND FOR
YOUR COPY
AND
STUDY THE DETAILS of these FINE MACHINES
[Printed sideways on pale blue-green paper: a line drawing of a head lug with short tube stubs at left and another at right, a head lug with a fancy cutout badge panel and a fork crown below the text on each side.]