Antique Swiss Army MO-05 Bicycle, circa 1930-1940-Decorative or Parts Only

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About the Item

ABOUT A Swiss Army MO-05 bicycle used by the elite Swiss Bicycle Infantry. All original Swiss parts included leather seat, working bell, leather tool pouch with two tools, tire pump, lock with key, head lamp, leather grips, Swiss metal license plate and a leather and cloth pouch with two spare tubes. Decorative only: Bicycle frame and front fork are slightly bent. Not recommended for riding. Front brakes only. The bell works well. Tires are original and hold air well. No gears, kick stand. CREATOR Swiss Army. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1940. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Leather, Paint, Steel. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The head lamp is structurally sound. It may or may not work. Bicycle frame and front fork are slightly bent. DIMENSIONS H 39 in. W 71.5 in. D 20 in. HISTORY The classic Swiss Army Bicycle, as used by the Swiss Bicycle Infantry. Officially called Ordonnanzfahrrad Modell 05, it was introduced in 1905 and in continuous use until replaced by the MO-93. It was built between 1905 and 1989 by Schwalbe, Cäsar, Cosmos and Condor. Swiss bicycle Infantry were phased out in 2001. The most recognisable feature of most Swiss Army Bicycles is the large carry case fitted into the frame. It is accessed from the right-hand side, whilst having a separate document and map compartment on the left-hand side. They were painted all-over basic black, usually semi-matt, although some later models were painted olive drab. Fittings and accessories were variously black, brown or olive drab in colour. The basic model saw many variations as it was adapted for use in many different fields of warfare. Some were stripped down of all non-essential fittings for use as a messenger transport.

Dimensions:
Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 71.5 in (181.61 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
Style:
Industrial (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Leather,Rubber,Steel
Place of Origin:
Switzerland
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1930-1940
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
San Francisco, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1280230718552

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