I purchased a Sears (Puch) Ted Williams bicycle in the summer of 1965 but sold it in 1986. Loved that bike! I've since purchased a circa 1964 J.C. Higgins (Sears) Puch and circa 1965 Sears (Puch) via Craigslist and Ebay respectively. High quality and both originally came with Campagnolo and Weinmann components. Sadly, the Sears Campy Record derailleurs were parted out before my purchase!
Frame:
Reynolds 531
Fork/Headset:
Reynolds
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Nervar cottored
Pedals:
unknown
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Will be added later.
Derailleurs/Shifters:
J.C. Higgins = Campy Gran Sport; Sears = originally came with Campy Record (Chrome/Brass)
Saddle/Seatpost:
J.C. Higgins = Originally an Assmann (ouch!) yes...that is the name! I've now installed a Brooks; Sears = originally had an Ideale 90 leather saddle and tool kit, now a Wrights leather saddle.
Brakes:
Weinmann 999
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Normandy hubs, Weinmann rims
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Normandy hubs, Weinmann rims
Accessories:
Wing nuts on J.C. Higgins; Quick releases originally came on Sears but parted out by previous owner!
More Info:
I'll include more accessory details when I have more time.
Note the exquisite 1964 Sears J.C. Higgins that PR member "OldRoadieTehachapi" includes in his collection.
Added by Vintbike. Last updated almost 8 years ago.