As Britain’s first cycle manufacturer and leading velocipede maker, the Coventry Machinists Co had a serious reputation to uphold, so their ordinaries were state-of-the-art machines. The Special Club was introduced in 1880. The front wheel used Starley’s patent tangent spoking. Innovations included patented hollow oval backbone, hollow forks and front wheel rim, and a cushioned saddle mounting to provide a degree of suspension for a more comfortable ride.
This example is in excellent restored condition and is ready to ride
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BICYCLE COLLECTORS CURATED ONLINE AUCTION, Spring 2026
This Timed Auction is live . Highest bid wins.
NO BUYERS or SELLERS PREMIUM.
THE RESERVE IS THE START PRICE + BUY-IT-NOW OPTION.
INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY: NO PACKING FEES.
BIDDING INCREMENTS: Up to £1000 = £10. Over £1000 = £50. Over £2000 = £100
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