1938 Hawthorne Zep
This bike was the top of the line Hawthorne in 1938 and as the catalog states, there was “not a thing missing”. Advertised as “Supreme beauty – Deluxe equipment” it is easy to see...
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1938 Firestone Twin-Flex
This is the Firestone version of the Twin-Flex Cushioned bicycle that was manufactured by Huffman. Special “3-rib” streamlined chainguard is a Firestone exclusive. Notice the “Firestone Fleetwood” badge.
1938 Firestone Fleetwood Supreme Twin Flex
1938 Huffman made for Firestone stores Fleetwood Supreme Twin Flex. Nice original bike. H3 Morrow rear hub dates this to the 3rd quarter of 1938. Nice original Firestone High Speed blackwall tires. Persons supreme...
1938 Excelsior Autocycle
Ground up restoration using leaded Schwinn paint. All original parts. Chrome work done by Bob at Verne’s Chrome. Thanks to all who helped me in this project…Aaron Thomas, Bob Ujzsaszi, Tim Brandt, Diana Foley,...
1938 Elgin Twin 60
Deluxe Elgin Twin 60. The Twin-Bar bicycles were very unique and were a Sears exclusive. The Twin 60 was the most deluxe model sold, featuring aluminum fenders, built in headlight and speedometer, gothic chain...
1938 Elgin Twin 60
These pics are from about 10 years ago. I was fortunate enough to purchase a complete original Twin 60 from a relative of the former owner ( he is pictured on this bike in...
1938 Elgin Tank Model
This was an offering by Sears that was advertised as the “greatest value story of the year” in their Spring/Summer 1938 catalog.
1938 Elgin Special
This model is not mentioned in Sears catalogs, but is very similar to some that are, but this one is equipped with truss rods and aluminum fenders. The front fender is mounted on top...