This Experto Crede was sold on 22nd April 1958 from the Tottenham shop as a set-up frame (special order); the frame size is 26 inches and according to Len Ingram is one of approx 20 ever made in such a tall size. Components include: Stronglight type 49 cranks with 48-tooth TA chainring, Bayliss Wiley bottom bracket bearing, Lyotard pedals, GB Sport Hiduminium brake calipers with super hood levers, GB bar and Cinelli steel stem, Airlight large-flange hubs with British Hub Co quick release levers, stainless spokes, Mavic rims with tubs, Edco competition headset, Campag Nuovo Record rear changer and "open C" lever, Brooks professional saddle, Campagnolo twin-bolt seat post.
Photos courtesy of the owner's wife.
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