Last Updated on April 22, 2023 by FAB Jim The Cyclist
This was a great cruiser bike for its time and a nice step up from the Racer. Considered a Schwinn lightweight with 26” wheels, it features stainless steel fenders, generator, and a light. This example is a 3-speed in coppertone color, have a look:
Model
W11 19” frame
W12 21” frame
W13 23” frame
Colors
Flamboyant red, radiant blue, coppertone, or black.
Original Retail price
Coaster brake: $58.95
2 or 3 speed: $66.95
Images donated by South Shore Cyclery
If you like the copper finish, you may be interested in Wilier Triestina’s “Ramato”. Originally (post WW II) these frames were actually copper plated (then covered in clear lacquer to prevent oxidizing). Now they are a copper paint over chrome. Beautiful!
Interesting, it does look real good.
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