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1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY

Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
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Coventry Machinists Co 1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY 1800 - 1900
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1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY

1890 COVENTRY MACHINISTS’ Co SWIFT DIAMOND SAFETY

Model C. 20″ Frame. 30″ Wheels.

32.5″ Standover height (ground to top of top tube)

Frame No 97991

The Coventry Machinists' Co introduced their new diamond frame model in 1890 to replace their crossframe, and it immediately became a top selling safety bicycle, both in Britain and around the world. The duplex seat tube followed Rudge's pattern, but it's a much lighter machine than the Rudge.

This example is an old-time restoration. Its paintwork has weathered a bit, though the nickel brightwork is still shiny. We have now rubbed off the yellow paint on the wheels and hubs and finished them in black. It has also been serviced. Though we greased up the plain bearings on the open steering ready for it to be ridden at Benson Veteran Cycle Run in July, it's always a good idea to check that before riding a safety bicycle with open steering. It's ready to ride.

You can see more photos via the link below. It's in my auction which is currently live, with a starting price of £4500 and a BUY-IT-NOW price of £4800.

https://auction.onlinebicyclemuseum.co.uk/product/lot-93/

NO RESERVE. NO BUYERS PREMIUM. FREE PACKING. WORLDWIDE SHIPPING 

SHIPPING PRICES:

EUROPE: £150

USA, CANADA, AUSTRALIA £350.

MALAYSIA: £250

UK: £70


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