Featured Frames

This page showcases some of the more interesting frames on my website – they will also be found in their own category… So you can also simply search under the different categories.

Post-1970 English, American and Japenese frames have three pages. Classic pre-1970, Track & Lo-Pro, Retro TT and Italian & Continental frames each have their own special pages as do 'Bargain Basement' frames (those under £100).

PLEASE NOTE: I measure all British, American and Japanese frames in inches ctt (centre to top) and convert to the nearest cm, conversely I measure all continental frames in centimetres ctc (centre to centre) and convert to the nearest 0.25in. A problem with all frames measured ctt is that the top measuring point varies from maker to maker and I try and second guess where the maker intended his measurement to be to – some mean top of top top tube, others the very top of the seat lug, and others to the seat lug top line…

British and American frames page 1
British and American frames page 2
British and American frames page 3
Bargain Basement
Classic frames pre-1970 page 1
Classic frames pre-1970 page 2
Italian & Continental frames page 1
Italian & Continental frames page 2
Retro Time Trial Frames
Track & Lo-Pro Frames

Please contact me at: hilarystone@hilarystone.com to check on availability and confirm shipping cost.

HETCHINS MAGNUM OPUS CURLY ROAD FRAME 1998
Original style Magnum Opus lugs
Seat Tube (ctt): 21.5in (55cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 21.75in (55.5cm)
Rear dropout width: 130mm
Wheel size: 700C with a brake drop of 54mm
Frame tubing: Reynolds 531C
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
This Hetchins Magnum Opus curly stay frame was built in 1998 from an original set of Hetchins Magnum Opus lugs rather than the more modern interpretation which is generally used. They are truly magnificent. The frame has hardly been used but the first owner engraved his post code through the paint on the underside of the down tube near the bottom bracket shell. This does not show normally but could easily be touched in. Otherwise the paint is virtually unmarked and frame is in pristine condition ready to build up. £1250

MERCIAN VINCITORE TOURING FRAME 1986
Seat Tube (ctt): 23in (58cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 22.5in (57cm)
Rear dropout width: 126mm
Wheel size: 700C
Frame tubing: Reynolds 531C
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
This 1986 Mercian Vincitore touring frame has been repainted by Mercian in recent times and feature their wonderful Barber’s Pole seat tube decoration. It has braze-ons for cantilever/V brakes, a rear rack, bottle cages and a Sanyo BB dynamo. The paint is generally excellent condition with a few small marks. The Vincitore is one of Mercian’s top models and will cost today over £1400. £375

COLNAGO MASTER PRO c1999
Seat Tube (ctc): 57cm (22.5in)
Top Tube (ctc): 57cm (22.5in)
Rear dropout width: 130mm
Wheel size: 700C with a brake drop of 46mm
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
This Colnago Master Pro dates the late 1990s I think – it was bought as new old stock about eight years ago and has been barely used. It has a 1 1/8in top tube which is indicative of being a later Master Pro. Its in excellent condition with a few small marks to the paint. I don’t think its been ridden more than 500 miles since it was bought and built up. £495

HETCHINS EXPERTO CREDE ROAD/TRACK FRAME 1958
Seat Tube (ctt): 23.5in (59cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 22.5in (57cm)
Rear dropout width: 120mm
Wheel size: 27in or Sprints/700C with a brake drop of 63mm
Frame tubing: Reynolds 531 DB
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
This Hetchins road-track frame with track rear dropouts dates from 1958 and is built with the very attractive Experto Crede lugs. Clearances are for 27in wheels with mudguards. It is built for use with 120mm OLD rear hubs so can be built using modern track hubs if required. The frame is in excellent condition and the paint is generally very good to excellent with a a few touch ups which could be improved upon. But a really rather Hetchins as less than 4% of Hetchins frames were built as track or road track models. £975

KEN RYALL ROAD FRAME late 1970s
Seat Tube (ctt): 22in (56cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 22.25in (56.5cm)
Rear dropout width: 126mm
Wheel size: 27s or 700C/sprints with brake drop of 50mm
Frame tubing: Reynolds 531 double butted
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
Ken Ryall’s shop was in west London and sourced their frames from a number of very good and top quality framebuilders – Wally Green built some of the early frames, Stan Pike built some of the later ones (he’d learnt framebuilding at Wally Greens) and many were built by Holdsworth. My gut feeling would be that this was Stan Pike built but I would not want to place a bet on it… It is pure road frame without mudguard eyes. But this is one of those frames that is really stunning and has a real aura – the original chrome that must be at least 35 years old is in beautiful condition and really lifts the frame in combination with the slightly faded red flam paint. The chrome head lugs are impeccably filed as are the rear dropouts. The paint is far from perfect, there are some scrapes – noticeably on the down tube but once built up the imperfections will be a loss less apparent. I would not want to repaint it. Its a great opportunity to build it with some not perfect componentry. £275

RALEIGH TEAM PRO FRAME Reynolds 753 1983
Seat Tube (ctt): 21in (53cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 21.25in (54cm)
Rear dropout width: 126mm
Wheel size: Sprints/700C with brake drop of 46mm
Frame tubing: Reynolds 753
Seatpost size: 27.0mm
In the autumn of 1974 Raleigh established a specialist workshop (SBDU) capable of frame building to the very highest standards at Ilkeston in Derbyshire. Frames were built for the Ti-Raleigh continental pro team from the very beginning. The unit worked with Reynolds in developing Reynolds 753 and the first frames were tested by the Ti-Raleigh team in 1974 and sold to the public early in 1976. The SBDU was quite an unusual operation with a modest production capacity – at a maximum only about 1000 frames or so a year from about four framebuilders. This road frame from 1983 has been beautifully refinished by Argos in the classic red, yellow and black Team Raleigh colours. SOLD with deposit taken

JRJ (Bob Jackson) OLYMPIC INTERNATIONAL ROAD FRAME
Seat Tube (ctt): 24in (61cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 23in (58cm)
Rear dropout width: 120mm
Wheel size: 27s or Sprints/700C with brake drop of 64mm
Frame Tubing: Reynolds 531 double butted
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
JRJ was the name under which the earlier Bob Jackson frames were built. This is the Olympic International model from the 1950s and which has been very nicely repainted in olive green with a copper head tube copper seat tube bands. It has Simplex rear dropouts. A really lovely frame £275

PENNINE SCELTA DEI CAMPIONI TRACK FRAME 1974
Seat Tube (ctt): 22in (56cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 22in (56cm)
Rear dropout width: 115mm
Wheel size: Sprints or 700C
Frame Tubing: Reynolds 531 double butted
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
Pennine Cycles were originally known as Whitaker and Mapplebeck Cycles and originated from Bradford. There’s lots more on Pennine Cycles at: http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/WhitakerandMapplebeck.html This frame dating from 1974 is chromed all over. The chrome is still in useable condition in my opinion but there are several areas where’s some rust – behind the seat lug, bottom bracket and in the corners of the lugs. None of this will affect the strength of the frame. The fork is not original (and not drilled) but fits well and is of the correct age and with the correct length… The frame and fork have tight close clearances with the typically steep angles seen on track frames. A lovely frame. £265

COLUMBUS MAX ROAD FRAME Early 1990s
Seat Tube (ctc): 54cm (21.25in)
Top Tube (ctc): 55cm (21.5in)
Rear dropout width: 126mm
Wheel size: Sprints or 700C with brake drop of 45mm
Frame Tubing: Columbus Max
Seatpost size: 27.4mm
This frame built from Columbus Max frame tubing was believed to be a Rossin according to the previous owner. It has Italian bottom bracket and headset threads. However I do have my doubts as most Rossins have an engraved fork crown and or bottom bracket shell. The decals could easily be removed as they are only on top of the paint. Columbus Max tubing used Columbus ultra strong Nivacrom alloy steel.The ovalised tube ends are oriented in such a way to build a stiffer frame especially in relation to pedalling stresses. It was introduced in 1988 and was for several years the top tubeset in Columbus’ range. The tubing wall thicknesses were pretty thin – the top tube wall thickness was only 0.4mm thick in its centre section. Whatever this is one really nice Columbus Max frameset which is in excellent condition. £275

LOOK KG171 ROAD FRAME in Team Once Colours 1994
Seat Tube (ctc): 61cm (24in)
Top Tube (ctc): 58.5cm (23.25in)
Rear dropout width: 130mm
Wheel size: Sprints or 700C with brake drop of 45mm
Frame Tubing: Carbon Fibre
Seatpost size: 25mm
The KG171 was the successor to the Look KG96 and was Look’s top end frame at the time. It was produced from the early 90s until 1997–98. And was the frame ridden by Laurent Jalabert in the Once Team. ThHis one is in excellent condition with near perfect paint and no signs of cracks. By all accounts they offer a really superb ride. £265

BATES BAR ROAD FRAME 1942
Seat Tube (ctt): 22in (56cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 23.5in (58.5cm)
Rear dropout width: 110mm
Wheel size: 26s or Sprints or 700C with brake drop of 50mm
Frame Tubing: Reynolds 531 Cantiflex
Seatpost size: 26.8mm
The Bates Brothers devised the Diadrant forks and Cantifles tubing in the mid 1930s during a period of much experimentation with frame design. The Cantiflex tubing was essentially standard Reynolds 531 steel alloy drawn into tubes with standard diameter ends and a larger diameter middle section. The net result was a beautifully stiff frame on a par with many modern frames. The BAR was their top road model and most were equipped with Diadrant forks with a double bend but Bates offered their customers a standard shaped road fork if they preferred it. Much more can be found on Bates at: http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/builders/bates.html
This frame was supplied new in 1942 and still carries its original paint and plating which is is great but not perfect condition. However it has a really lovely feel to it – it would be a great shame to lose this patina by refinishing. It is very rare to find a 70 year old frame with such lovely original paint and plating. It just needs to be built up with a selection of period components in similar condition. £495

MKM ULTIMATE TT FRAME c1979
Seat Tube (ctt): 22.5in (57cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 20.5in (52cm)
Rear dropout width: 124mm
Wheel size: Sprints/700C with brake drop of 42mm
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
MKM stood for the three original partners in the firm – Arthur METCALFE, Ron KITCHING & Wes MASON and the frames were built in Harrogate during the 1970s. There is quite a bit more information on MKM at http://www.mkm-cycles.co.uk/index.html
The Ultimate was their special time trial model with short wheelbase derived the slanting seat tube which joined the down tube in front of the bottom bracket shell. Further details including an original advert can be seen at: http://www.classicrendezvous.com/British_isles/MKM/MKM_main.htm Clearances on this frame are exceptionally tight… Its in excellent condition with the paint in almost unmarked condition. £395

CARLTON STAYER FRAME c1971
Seat Tube (ctt): 23.5in (59cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 22.5in (57cm)
Rear dropout width: 120mm
Wheel size: 24in front and Sprints/700C rear
Seatpost size: 26.8mm
Frame number: F1201
This Carlton Stayer frame (despite the later applied Falcon decals) was built as one of a batch for the BCF (forerunner to British Cycling) for use at the Leicester track in about 1971. Stayer frames are designed to be raced (and paced) behind large motorcycles on the track. It is now quite a rare sport though it has a following in Germany particularly. This is a well constructed Stayer frame with a 1 1/8in diameter top tube helping to ensure that the frame is rigid. The paint is not in perfect condition but with further cleaning and waxing it would have a nice patina. I can supply a suitable 24in sprint front rim with tyres to suit at extra cost or wheel. A really rather rare frame. Provisionally Sold

RALEIGH TEAM PRO TRACK FRAME 1978 Reynolds 753
Seat Tube (ctt): 22in (56cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 22in (56cm)
Rear dropout width: 120mm
Wheel size: Sprints/700C
Frame tubing: Reynolds 753
Seatpost size: 27.0mm
Despite the Hewitt decals this is a Raleigh Team Pro track frame built from Reynolds 753 tubing in Ilkeston in 1978 according to the frame number.
In autumn 1974 Raleigh established a specialist workshop (SBDU) capable of frame building to the very highest standards at Ilkeston in Derbyshire. Frames were built for the Ti-Raleigh continental pro team from the very beginning. The unit worked with Reynolds in developing Reynolds 753 and the first frames were tested by the Ti-Raleigh team in 1974. The SBDU was quite an unusual operation with a modest production capacity – at a maximum only about 1000 frames or so a year from about four framebuilders.
Most track frames the SBDU built were made from Reynolds 531 tubing, this is one of the rare ones built from the very light and strong Reynolds 753 tubing. Its in very sound condition but needs restoring properly. Remnants of the dark blue original finish can still be seen on both the frame and forks. Its a very close clearance, steep angled track frame and is not drilled for brakes either front or rear. £345

DE ROSA CASANOVA ROAD FRAME Early 1990s
Seat Tube (ctc): 50cm (19.5in)
Top Tube (ctc): 52.5cm (20.5in)
Rear dropout width: 130mm
Wheel size: Sprints/700C with front brake drop of 45mm
Frame tubing: Columbus Brain
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
De Rosa are one the four top Italian framebuilders in Italy ranking alongside Cinelli, Colnago and Masi. De Rosa’s steel frames have always been built in-house. This frame built from Columbus Brain with an oversize top tube is really exquisite – the paint is in generally excellent condition with just a few small marks. It has an unusual for De Rosa webbed BB shell which is rather attractive… A really cool frame. £475

MOSER ROAD FRAME c1978–9
Seat Tube (ctc): 55cm (21.5in)
Top Tube (ctc): 55cm (21.5in)
Rear dropout width: 128mm
Wheel size: Sprints/700C with front brake drop of 48mm
Frame tubing: Columbus SL
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
Many pro riders decide to set up in the framebuilding business when they retire from racing. Few are as great with framebuilding as they are when racing. However Moser like Merckx has had a superb framebuilding operation turning out some great frames. This very early Moser frame from I think 1978 or 1979 is really exquisite with beautiful attention to detail. £345

GEORGE STRATTON ROAD FRAME 1962 built by Bill Grey
Seat Tube (ctt): 21in (53cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 22.25in (56.5cm)
Rear dropout width: 122mm
Wheel size: Sprints/700C with 47mm brake drop
Frame tubing: Reynolds 531 double butted
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
Bill Gray was one of the top framebuilders in the UK in the 1950s–70s though he was almost unknown; he sold very few frames under his own name, most were built for shops. More can be found on Bill Gray at: http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/builders/bill-gray-builders.html and another frame I sold earlier this year can be seen at: http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/bikes/stratton-kohler-rb.html His workshop after Claud Butler folded was at the back of Strattons shop. This frame designed for road racing with clearances for sprints (not 27in) is truly stunning with stunningly filed lugs with an almost perfect shoreline, no signs of excess braze and lovely details such as brazed-on bottle cage bosses (yes they are original!) and the little stiffeners at the bottom bracket. The paint is very faded but I think still very attractive. A very special frame. £225

RALEIGH TEAM BANANA REPLICA Reynolds 531C 1988
Seat Tube (ctt): 25in (63.5cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 23in (58cm)
Rear dropout width: 126mm
Wheel size: 700C/sprints with brake drop of 48mm
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
Frame tubing; Reynolds 531C
Raleigh’s Team Banana had a couple of very successful seasons in the late 80s in UK Pro racing. They made loads of gas-pipe specials in Team Banana colours and a few Team Replicas which this frame is one. Its built from Reynolds 531C double butted tubing and is in its original finish which is in very good condition with just a small number of not too obtrusive marks. An unusual frame… £195

BARRY CHICK TRACK FRAME c1992
Seat Tube (ctt): 20.5in (52cm)
Top Tube (ctc): 21in (53cm)
Rear dropout width: 120mm
Wheel size: Sprints/700C
Seatpost size: 27.2mm
Frame Tubing: Columbus SL
Barry Chick built both under his own name and also for Shorters – he built some of Alf Engers TT frames which gained many time trialling records in the 1960s and 70s. This track frame was according to the original owner whom I bought it from was one of the last frames he built. It has been beautifully repainted by Argos Cycles in its original colours but it has a couple of very small chips. I will supply a NOS Columbus SL decal as was originally fitted to the frame. It has extremely tight clearances and is not drilled for a brake. SOLD

British and American frames page 1
British and American frames page 2
British and American frames page 3
Bargain Basement
Classic frames pre-1970 page 1
Classic frames pre-1970 page 2
Italian & Continental frames page 1
Italian & Continental frames page 2
Retro Time Trial Frames
Track & Lo-Pro Frames