1972 Schwinn Paramount Chrome Track Bike, 23 inch, with Extras, Reynolds 531

$1600.0
Brand
Schwinn
Type
Track Bike
Wheel Size
700C
Brake Type
Caliper Brake - Side Pull
Color
Chrome
Model
Paramount
Frame Material
Steel
Gender
Unisex Adult
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Vintage
Yes
Frame Size
23 in
Fantastic example of a chrome finish Schwinn Paramount P14-9 track bike from 1972. With Extras. Frame constructed with Reynolds 531 double butted tubing. Fancy Nervex pro lugs and Campagnolo dropouts. Size is 23 inch, measured from center of crankset to the top of the top tube. Top tube approximately 22.5 inches.

EQUIPPED AS ORIGINAL: 

   Campagnolo track group - note Paramount track bikes came stock with a road headset which is included here.  Crankset is 170mm Pista model, 50 teeth track chainring. 19t fixed gear rear cog. Wheels are 36 spokes.

   Fiamme track rims with Continental Giro tubular (sew-up) tires. 

   Cinelli chrome steel track stem and bar, Cinelli plastic saddle.

   Christophe toe clips and leather toe straps.

EXTRAS: 

Additional handlebar/stem/brake for training and road use - 3TTT Superleggero bar, Kusuki Medallion 800 stem with Campagnolo bar end shifter activating a Weinmann 500 brake caliper with Matthauser brake shoes.

Schwinn branded products including an original 1972 catalog, red cloth bar tape, chain, owners manuel and a cloth patch.

NOTES:

Small dent on the underside of the top tube - see images for detail.
Seat tube decal shows cracking and some chips.
Factory drilled for a front brake (an option) but real hole enlarged for recessed allen bolt mounting.
Tires show minimal wear, hold air for days, but glue is old, recommend re-gluing prior to riding.

SHIPPING:

Will work with buyer on shipping. No charge for a box or packing. Local pickup ok.

FINALLY:

Selling as is, no warranty, no returns. Questions welcome.