Lot 490
A c1884 Geo Singer & Co, 'Xtraordinary Challenge'
Lever-Driven Safety Bicycle, in fully restored condition. Finished in green, the 54-inch driving wheel has butted spokes, renewed bearings, new solid tyring and polished hub. Other features include a leg guard, a steering cover with acid etched floral work and 'Xtraordinary Challenge' lettering, stirrup grips, Arab cradle spring saddle with a somewhat distressed but later leather cover. The reproduction pedals are adjustable, and fitted with new rubbers. The frame serial number is 16,834/54, the last two numbers reflecting the wheel size.
