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Holdsworth Whirlwind - 1952

Posted: Thursday 13th August 2020

Owned By: Mario Romeo

FrameHoldsworth Whirlwind - 1952 frame no. 17083 (for this year the Whirlwind used the lugs known as Sirocco); 21½" seat tube, 23" top tube
WheelsFiamme Red Label sprint rims on Airlite red anodised large-flange hubs; 32/40
ChainsetChater Lea fluted 2-arm
PedalsChater Lea - tommy bar model
GearsCyclo 4-speed rear derailleur with Cyclo 4-speed freewheel
BrakesGB Hiduminium with shockstop hoods
Stem/BarsGB Hiduminium with GB Maes bars
SaddleBrooks B17 Swallow
Extra DetailsEarly style head badge; flint catchers
Detail showing 'Sirocco' style lugs and early-style headbadge
Detail showing 'Sirocco' style lugs and early-style headbadge
The Whirlwind as advertised by Holdsworth in their 1952 catalogue including (bottom)
The Whirlwind as advertised by Holdsworth in their 1952 catalogue including (bottom) "Sandy's ideal specification"
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Posted: Thursday 13th August 2020

Owned By: Mario Romeo

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