1902 Pierce Bicycle Full Cushion Special TOC Suspension Original For Sale

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1902 Pierce Bicycle Full Cushion Special TOC Suspension Original :
$4549.95

The \"Special\" model was comprised of higher grade components. George N. Pierce of Buffalo New York produced high grade bicycles prior to establishing the Pierce Arrow Motor Car Company in 1902. This bike came out of an antique store in Ohio not through collectors hands. This may be something of a transitional bike for several reasons. First, the seat is not what is shown in the 1902 catalog yet I have seen a photo of another bike exactly like this which has the same seat. It also has a Pierce hub built off the New Departure patent which is different than the catalog. The rear hub is in the original rim which matches the front. They were originally painted aluminum color with a red and black fine pin which was optional. They have oxidized to an olive green. Lastly The front fork has the shackles which some contend came later (\'03) but this bike has the spring between the crank hanger and chain stays. According to the lit I\'ve read Pierce changed to the articulated bottom bracket in 1903.The bell (works) and the period light (Old Sol and really nice) come with the bike. The pedals are original as well. The front rim is fairly straight but rear is warped pretty good. Original paint bike. It also has the original bulldog grips. You would be hard pressed to find a more original bike than this one. Thanks for looking I only ship to lower 48 only-no exceptions.