Schwinn Black Phantom

A heavy American balloon-tyre bicycle in black, red and chrome.

The Black Phantom looked like a motorcycle and was the dream of American children in the 1950s. It was expensive and heavy but much loved.

Materials: Steel, chrome, balloon tyres

Manufacture: Made in Chicago.

The black paint with red details.

The chromed mudguards and the dummy tank between the tubes.

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