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Lot 715
A 1980 bi metal Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master superlative chronometer gents bracelet wristwatch with Tropical nipple bronze brown dial black bezel and mercedes hour hand and 24 hour indicator, 40mm bezel, model 16753, serial 6274952, no box or papers, with service pouch, running, hands and date advance and adjust button winds in, some usage marks but generally good, 5 notches of adjustment left
Lot 498
1932 Velocette 348cc KTT MkIV Racing MotorcycleFrame no. TT4259Engine no. KTT426•One of approximately 148 MkIV KTTs made•Matching frame and engine•Present ownership since 2016By the early 1920s it had become apparent that Veloce needed a model more up-market than its Velocette two-stroke. Other manufacturers were fielding new overhead-valve and overhead-camshaft machines, and Veloce followed suit, the Percy Goodman-designed, overhead-cam Model K appearing in 1924. Of 348cc, the new engine employed a single overhead camshaft driven by a vertical shaft, and was unusual in having a very narrow crankcase, an arrangement determined by the existing transmission and frame design, but which made for a stiff crankshaft assembly. Entered in the 1925 Isle of Man TT, the model K did not fare well, all three entries retiring because of lubrication problems. Its engine redesigned to incorporate dry-sump oiling, the cammy Velo returned the following year to score a memorable victory, Alec Bennett romping home in the Junior race ten minutes ahead of the next rider! Second place in 1927 followed by another win for Bennett in '28 ensured a healthy demand for Velocette's overhead-cam roadsters and prompted the launch of the KTT. One of the most successful over-the-counter racers of all time, the KTT debuted at the 1928 Olympia Show where it was hailed as an 'exact replica' of Bennett's 1928 works bike, though in fact the production MkI KTT incorporated a number of improvements. The KTT would be regularly up-dated with improvements first tried on the works bikes, and the major change for the MkIV was the introduction of a four-speed gearbox with Willis positive-stop foot-change, together with a new cylinder head incorporating hairpin valve springs and a more-compact scavenge pump. Redesigning the latter enabled the spark plug - now a 14mm type - to be relocated for improved combustion. The cycle parts too had come in for revision, the frame's tank rails being lowered to accommodate a larger fuel tank and, later in 1932, a rear sub-frame being added beneath the engine and gearbox. Part way through production the MkIV benefited from another works experiment, the cylinder head material changing to bronze as a result of overheating experienced on Willis' blown racer 'Whiffling Clara' when the standard cast-iron 'head was used. Production of the MkIV ceased in October 1934 on the introduction of the MkV after around 148 machines had been made. According to Velocette authority Ivan Rhodes, 'KTT426' was invoiced on 8th July 1932 to Motorcycles Ltd London and sold to a Mr Cackman (or Lackman) of London E7 (letter non file). The current vendor purchased the KTT from Steve Griffith's Racing & Investment Motorcycles in June 2016 (receipt on file). A very valuable spare large-capacity fuel tank is included in the sale. Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 500
The ex-Cecil Sandford 1946 Velocette 248cc MOV Racing MotorcycleRegistration no. FNX 255Frame no. 3142Engine no. 6162•Unique British 250-class racer•Built by Arthur Taylor•Isle of Man TT competitor (1949)•Restored in 1999•Present ownership since 2010The machine offered here is one of the most successful of the many 'home brewed' British 250 specials that featured on the domestic racing scene in the 1940s and 1950s. A 1946 Velocette MOV, 'FNX 255' was owned and prepared by Shipston-on Stour Velocette agent, Arthur Taylor, competing at first in trials and scrambles events before being converted for road racing. Its rider was a young Cecil Sandford, Taylor's protégé and later his son-in-law, who would go on to become the 125cc World Champion for MV Agusta in 1952 and take the 1957 250 World title while riding for Mondial. He retired from racing when Mondial pulled out at the end of the '57 season and later took over the management of his father-in-law's motor business, A R Taylor Garages Ltd. After its conversion for road racing, the Taylor MOV was ridden in the Isle of Man Lightweight TT in 1949 by L R Higgins, who recounted the story in an article published in The Motor Cycle on 8th September 1949 (copy available). The little Velo had been prepared in Taylor's workshop by his chief mechanic, Ted Clark, under the supervision of Bob Burgess, formerly with Veloce Ltd. Remarkably, the cycle parts were left virtually standard apart from swapping the original girder fork for Dowty telescopics, most of the development work being concentrated on extracting more power from the pushrod engine. To this end the latter was equipped with a Wellworthy Alfin alloy cylinder barrel, an aluminium bronze head incorporating modified ports and valves, a Martlet high-compression piston and a larger-than-standard carburettor. After bench testing and fine tuning, the motor's maximum power had been raised to 20bhp on a 50/50 petrol/benzole mixture with 18-19 horsepower anticipated on 'Pool' petrol. 'This figure compared poorly with the power output of the Guzzis,' Higgins conceded, 'but was probably better than a great many of our British contemporaries.' Over on the Island the gear ratios were made closer, bottom gear being raised, and the little Velo set off on its first practice laps. On three successive mornings the MOV stopped with valve gear problems, leading to a rethink which saw the engine slightly de-tuned for the race in the interests of reliability. By the end of the week the Taylor Velocette had completed two non-stop trouble-free practice laps, although its top speed had been reduced from 92 to 85mph. In the race itself Higgins was enjoying a dice with the slightly faster New Imperial ridden by Reg Petty, only to slide off at Keppel Gate on the first lap. The Velo's Dowty forks were twisted in the crash making it impossible to continue. In his book, British 250cc Racing Motorcycles, Chris Pereira recounts that later developments included a post-war MAC alloy head modified to take hairpin valve springs, a megaphone exhaust system and an Amal TT carburettor. Despite its humble origins, the Taylor MOV was successfully transformed into a highly capable performer, especially on the shorter, tighter tracks. With Cecil Sandford riding it continued to win well into the 1950s, laying the foundations for his later success at international level. On occasions the MOV would get the better of pukka racing machines. Pereira quotes Sandford on a particular instance: 'I was due to ride one of the new Velocette works double overhead cam 250s at the Thruxton International meeting in August 1951. Arthur and I had taken the MOV with us just in case. It was a pretty awful wet day, which made me realise that the works bike, with its narrow power band, would prove tricky to ride in the prevailing conditions. I therefore made the decision to ride the MOV instead. This did not please team manager Bertie Goodman. My decision proved to be correct, and I won the race fairly easily on the MOV, with my team mates Bob Foster and Bill Lomas second and third on the works bikes.'The current vendor purchased the ex-Sandford MOV at Bonhams' Stafford sale in April 2010 (Lot 373). Restored in 1999 and presented in generally good condition, 'FNX 255' is offered with a comprehensive history file containing correspondence, photographs, press cuttings, and its original logbook listing A R Taylor Garages as the sole owner (inspection recommended). A rare opportunity to acquire a unique British racing '250' associated with one of this country's greatest World Champions. Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 522
1937 Rudge 499cc UlsterRegistration no. ATP 755Frame no. 61224Engine no. U3010 (see text)The full potential of Rudge's four-valves-per-cylinder design was slow to emerge, but in 1928 Graham Walker's works 500 became the first motorcycle to win a road race - the Ulster Grand Prix - at an average speed in excess of 80mph, a feat that led to the introduction of the legendary 'Ulster' sports model. Early engines deployed parallel valves in a pent-roof combustion chamber, but then a trio of 350s appeared at the 1930 Isle of Man TT with radially disposed valves. This new arrangement emphatically demonstrated its superiority when the Rudge team of Tyrell Smith, Ernie Nott and Graham Walker finished 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the Junior TT, while Wal Handley won the Senior event, bringing home the coveted Team Prize for Rudge. Not surprisingly, the Ulster became the machine to own. Several different valve arrangements were tried across a variety of 250cc, 350cc and 500cc four-valve models as the range developed throughout the next decade. Sadly, the marque did not re-emerge after WW2. Owned by the vendor's family since 1983, this 'bronze-head' Ulster has been on display in a private museum and has not run for at least 20 years (the attached tax disc expired in 1971). Re-commissioning or possibly more extensive restoration will be required before further use (the engine turns over). Accompanying documentation consists of an old-type V5C and a continuation RF60 logbook from 1959 (both listing a different engine number. Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingLot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 532
Property of a deceased's estate 1933 Sunbeam 493cc Model 95Registration no. JW 3681Frame no. FX144Engine no. 95L.495.1X.496 (see text)•Rare last-of-the line sporting Sunbeam•Potentially an experimental or prototype machine, possibly for competition use•The only machine recorded in the Sunbeam Register with an 'FX' frame number prefix.By the mid-1920s George Dance's development programme had moulded the overhead-valve Sunbeam into one of the most formidable racing motorcycles of the Vintage era, the 500cc TT Model 90 in particular being a match for anything in its class by the decade's end. Despite the wholesale failure of the works 350s in the 1928 Isle of Man Junior TT, Sunbeam at last came good in the Senior event, Charles Dodson winning an eventful race after crashing and remounting. Dodson triumphed again in the Senior in 1929, the year turning out to be an outstanding one for Sunbeam with wins at the French, German, Austrian and Italian Grands Prix. 1930 was Rudge's year at the Isle of Man, and with its Competitions Department's activities severely curtailed because of Depression-induced financial cutbacks, Sunbeam was never again in the hunt for TT honours.Introduced for 1933 after a try out at the previous year's Isle of Man TT races, the Model 95 was an improved Model 90. Most obvious external differences between it and its predecessor were the newcomer's larger fuel tank, positive-stop foot change, bigger brakes and a revised single-port bronze cylinder head with downdraft inlet port, while inside the engine the lubrication system was improved. Top speed was in the region of 95mph with 80mph attainable in third gear and 71mph in second. Three versions: 95; 95L (lights-equipped); and 95R (racing) were produced over only three seasons (1933-1935), though very few were sold in '33, and today this rare last-of-the line sporting Sunbeam is highly prized. This early Model 95 was first registered (in the Wolverhampton area) on 14th October 1933. It is one of only a tiny handful of Sunbeams to include an 'X' in the frame and engine numbers, this marking being thought to denote experimental or prototype machines, possibly for competition use. This Model 95 is the only machine recorded in the Sunbeam Register to have an 'FX' frame number prefix.It is not known when the vendor's late father acquired this rare Sunbeam 95, but it must have been prior to November 1983 when the accompanying old-style V5 document was issued. An older restoration, 'JW 6831' will require re-commissioning before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed, its mechanical condition being unknown. A rare model, beautiful to look at and reputedly superb to ride, this splendid Sunbeam 95 is sure to delight the fortunate next owner. Offered with an old-style V5C Registration Certificate (recording the engine number as 'EX272'). Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 539
Property of a deceased's estate c.1936 Rudge 499cc UlsterRegistration no. CEL 727Frame no. 57086Engine no. U1412The full potential of Rudge's four-valves-per-cylinder design was slow to emerge, but in 1928 Graham Walker's works 500 became the first motorcycle to win a road race - the Ulster Grand Prix - at an average speed in excess of 80mph, a feat that led to the introduction of the legendary 'Ulster' sports model. Early engines deployed parallel valves in a pent-roof combustion chamber. Subsequently, Rudge produced a 'head for the 500 featuring parallel inlet valves and radial exhausts, and this arrangement debuted on the works bikes for 1931. The Ulster, though, together with the TT Replica 500, sported a fully radial 'head for 1932 only before reverting to the semi-radial arrangement, which was fully enclosed from 1937. Featuring the correct bronze cylinder head, this Ulster appears to be an older restoration in substantially original specification. It is not known when the machine was acquired or when it last ran; its mechanical condition likewise is not known (the odometer reading of 17 miles is assumed to be the distance covered since restoration). There are no documents with this Lot, which requires re-commissioning and is sold strictly as viewed. The registration 'CEL727' is recorded in the DVLA and HPI databases; nevertheless, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding. Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingLot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 552
1937 Vincent-HRD 499cc Series-A MeteorRegistration no. 175 YUB (see text)Frame no. D1382 Rear Frame no. D1382Engine no. M591•Full matching numbers (upper and rear frames, engine, gearbox, oil pump•Present ownership since 2007•Restored since acquisition•Local 'Best in Show' winner•Bronze cylinder headA letter on file states this beautiful Vincent-HRD Meteor was dispatched to Conway Motors on 12th August 1937. The upper and rear frame, engine, gearbox and oil pump numbers match the Works Order Form. '175 YUB' was owned by Walter Crocker (now deceased) of St Albans for 40 years and in 1995 belonged to Peter Woodhead, also of St Albans. On 24th April 2007, the Meteor was sold as a restoration project to the current vendor in the UK. A bronze cylinder head in very good condition was included in the sale.The restoration took around four years with the assistance of various marque specialists. The initial intention was to rebuild the machine to Comet Special specification complete with Brooklands silencer and Amal TT carburettor. When it came to fit the engine, the carburettor's long inlet tract fouled the frame. The late, great Bob Stafford suggested the standard Comet specification was fine for a road bike. The engine and gearbox rebuilds were duly completed by Bob Dunn to Comet specification around 10 years ago, including a bespoke alloy cylinder muff and the aforementioned bronze cylinder head. The Brooklands silencer split after a few months, so a standard silencer was purchased from Bob Culver. Other noteworthy features include the following:•Correct Series-A Brampton forks•Rebuilt Miller magdyno•Conway's clutch •Period Miller horn button and stop light switch•Dunlop wheel rims (re-chromed)•Post-war Amal carburettor (pre-Monobloc)•Solid state regulator fitted behind toolbox •6v dry battery with charging harness fitted inside 'Oldham' battery case The Meteor was ridden to a local classic motorcycle show in 2012 where it won 'Best in Show' award. It has not been ridden during the Covid period but has been started occasionally after preliminary oil priming and fuel checks; the last time the engine ran was on 15th January 2022. The owner says it has been a privilege to bring this wonderful machine back to life but now feels the time has comes to pass it on to the next custodian. Supporting documents within the very well organised file include, but are not limited to, photographs taken before, during and after restoration; frame number rubbings; DVLA documents; expired tax discs; engine rebuild details with various receipts in excess of £9,000; VOC Dating Certificate issued March 2021; and a copy of the Works Order Form. A video of the engine running is available on request. The original registration 'EGY 986' has been applied for and it is hoped that a V5C document will have been issued by time of sale. Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 642
1913 Rex 896cc 6hp TwinRegistration no. BF 8242Frame no. 23081Engine no. 2867In 1913 Rex offered a range of motorcycles powered by singles and V twins of varying sizes. They made some of the engines themselves while others came from JAP. Acquired by the vendor in 2015 and recommissioned the following year, this example is in substantially unrestored condition and features Rex's own 896cc engine, and a two speed hub gear and clutch also built in house under ROC patents. The vendor replaced several missing components including the footboards. The magneto was rebuilt by The Magneto Guys, while the carburettor was refurbished by Joe the Carb. New HIGH & LOW gear pedals were cast in bronze by Dave Pittuck. Since then, the bike has been in regular use including at such events as Montlhery in 2017, and the 2019 Pioneer Run. In the vendor's own words: 'The engine has plenty of power, the front brake is hopeless, but the rear brake works OK, the ROC hub works fine as well.' He was told by the previous owner that it is believed to have spent much of its life in Italy. Richard Rosenthal tested a similar model for TCM in December 2009 and said that four words describe Rex's own V twin perfectly: 'Quiet, smooth, flexible, powerful.' It is supplied with a current V5C and Pioneer Certificate no. 2013 issued 3.12.14. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the motorcycle's completeness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed.A rare opportunity to acquire a fast and unrestored V twin veteran.Offered without keyFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 273
A Chinese bronze vase, having a slender neck to a bulbous lower body, the neck having sinuous dragon decoration, the body with birds and flowers, having associated pewter collar inscribed Robert Hughes Esq 1738, h.23cm (converted for electricity); together with a bronzed figure of a Buddha, in typical seated lotus pose, h.9cm (2)Extra images
Lot 731
A Pair of Bronze Table Lamps, 20th century, with stiff leaf capitals and bases, on square plinth, 53cm highThese are not weighted underneath. Some discolouration, oxidization and general wear to the metal. Some light scratches. Shades slightly misshapen and with minor dents and scratches. Both lamps wired but would need to be tested by a qualified electrician.
Lot 94
A Samson of Paris Porcelain Punch Bowl and Cover, late 19th century, in Berlin style, of circular form, the knop as a putto riding a dolphin, painted with 18th century drinking scenes within basket moulded borders, painted mark in blue, 39cm high, on a gilt bronze baseA large firing crack inside the bowl showing through to the outside. No professional restoration. No chips or cracks. Some gilt wear.
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