
3 3 c m
40cm
actual image size: 32cm x 25cm
Description
John Marston and Co Ltd of Wolverhampton produced the Sunbeam bicycle; with the 'Golden Sunbeam' having the highest reputation for quality, durability and easy running. It was made to the highest standards of design, manufacture and finish. A robust two-speed epicyclic gear is incorporated with the pedal bracket, and is operated by a lever on the top frame tube through a wire cable. The gear asembly, driving chain and sprockets are completely enclosed in a sheet steel case.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10306794
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