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Collecting : Collecting & Restoring Antique Bicycles By G. Donald Adams 370 pages - hard cover. The most authoritative and sought after reference book for the antique bicycle collector. A comprehensive sourcebook for everyone from the beginning hobbyist to the advanced collector, this new second edition provides a complete overview of these marvelous machines. Almost 400 pages, packed with 350 illustrations and photos, this book covers the development of the bicycle from the earliest 1816 hobby horse through the elegant high wheelers, tri- and quad-cycles, to safety bicycles and interesting 20th century models. Tips on locating antique bicycles and determining their authenticity and condition! Advice on restoration versus preservation, including when and how to strip and re-paint, and how to find replacement parts or people to make them. How to ride the serval varieties of high wheel bicycle. Detailed information on early manufacturers, models and design features, and much much more. 1996 ISBN # 0-9649537-1-4   In Stock Quantity: Price: $32.50