2017 Norton 961cc Dominator Donington EditionRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. SAYCNE010HY001301Engine no. 501-1678• Limited Edition No.1 of only 6 produced• This model was never available to the public• Unused from newFrom Norton's first motorcycle in 1902, a succession of single-cylinder racing and sporting machinery left the factory. The model 7 twin made its debut in 1948 later becoming the Dominator. From the initial capacity of 500cc the parallel twin engines enlarged steadily, ultimately becoming a 750 when the Atlas appeared. In 1968 the 750 Commando was released and after1973 was joined by the new 850 variant. Progressing through several versions, eventually the 850 incorporated an electric start on the Mark III models released in early 1975. Norton produced their very last Commando models in 1978, thereafter supplying the Mark II rotary to police forces. A limited edition of 100 Classic rotaries were released in 1987 in traditional Norton colours. Selling out rapidly, the pressure was on for other machines, and this was eventually fulfilled, after some delays, by the liquid-cooled Commander in 1988. The model lasted until 1992 when internal problems brought a halt to motorcycle production.The Norton name travelled to the USA in the late-1990s under the ownership of Kenny Dreer of Oregon, who designed a modern take on the old Commando-type engine, and produced a contemporary version of a Norton twin with 961cc capacity. This model was named the 961 Commando, and entered production, theoretically, in 2006, but few were made. However, Dreer and his investors had achieved one important thing, apart from the new design, and that was to bring the question of the Norton name ownership to an end by consolidating the various claims to it. This left the field clear for Stuart Garner to purchase Norton in 2008 and, with the rights to produce and the new design, with some modifications production was started in 2010. Initial production of the Commando 961 continued as Norton worked towards improving the design, and several limited editions appeared with the traditional Norton model names, such as Dominator. Offered here is one such limited edition, although this is one of the more exclusive ones, as only six were made, and they were never available for dealers, or the public, to buy. Instead, this edition of the Dominator was for 'Friends' of the factory only, either sponsors, suppliers, or, as in this case, close neighbours of the factory. This was number 1 of this model to be released, and comes with a letter of authenticity signed by Stuart Garner. The bike has never been used or started, but kept in dry garage storage from new.Documentation comprises the aforementioned letter from Stuart Garner together with the machine's handbook and service booklet in the original service pack. This bike is in'as new', unused condition, and the new owner, should he wish to use it, will need to execute basic checks prior to use, and carry out running-in, according to the maker's instructions.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1973 Ringhini 50cc Grand Prix Racing MotorcycleFrame no. none visibleEngine no. none visible•Built by Franco Ringhini•One of a limited series•Beautifully restoredFranco Ringhini started his career at the Guazzoni factory, where he designed engines. Like many other small Italian concerns, Guazzoni concentrated its efforts on the ultra-lightweight market, and throughout the 1960s and into the 1970s produced a succession of stylish sports roadsters such as the Cadetti and Matta. Many of them used Ringhini-designed rotary-valve two-stroke engines with reversed cylinders (exhaust at the rear), a feature that became something of a company hallmark. Around 1968, Ringhini left Guazzoni to join Giancarlo Morbidelli's fledgling racing team. There he designed a succession of fast disc-valve two-strokes, which initially were raced at World Championship level by both their designer and Eugenio Lazzarini. Morbidelli's Ringhini-designed 50cc racer was the factory's first successful Grand Prix project, although the team collected points at only a handful of rounds in 1969. Lazzarini finished the season 21st in the World Championship with six points, while Ringhini finished 26th with five. Ringhini also designed Morbidelli's first 125cc racer, which Gilberto Parlotti rode to good effect in 1970, its debut year, winning that year's Czechoslovakian Grand Prix. At the end of the 1973 season, Ringhini was replaced as chief designer by Jorg Möller and left Morbidelli to set up his own team in Pesaro. Now independent, Ringhini created a limited series of 50cc racers such as the exquisite example offered here, and also supplied engines to other manufacturers such as Bimota. By this time, the FIM's rules for the 50cc category stipulated a single cylinder and a maximum of six speeds in the gearbox; Ringhini's design has bore/stroke dimensions of 40x39.6mm for a capacity of 49.7cc, and develops its maximum power output of 14bhp at 14,500rpm. Its cylinder inclined forwards, the engine is housed in a tubular steel frame with telescopic front fork and swinging-arm rear suspension, equipped with a 180mm double-sided front drum brake, 130mm single-sided rear brake and 18' wheels. The complete machine weighs in at a mere 60kg (132lb). Beautifully restored, this rare little beauty is presented in stunning condition. Its racing history, if any, is not known. There are no documents with this Lot. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: NN If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, undertaken by Bonhams upon a successful sale, to facilitate the registration of the machine here in the UK.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
c.1970 Guazzoni 50cc Matta CorsaFrame no. none visibleEngine no. 4The Guazzoni factory was founded in Milan, Italy in 1935 by Aldo Guazzoni (1908-1978). At first the company built models fitted with proprietary engines before turning to the manufacture of three-wheelers. After the war Guazzoni became the Milan concessionaire for Motori Morini and in 1950 returned to the manufacture of motorcycles, making a 150cc two-stroke model for FBM of Bologna. Like many other small Italian concerns, Guazzoni would concentrate its efforts on the ultra-lightweight market, and throughout the 1960s and into the 1970s produced a succession of stylish sports roadsters such as the Cadetti and Matta. Many of them used rotary-valve two-stroke engines with reversed cylinders (exhaust at the rear), a feature that became something of a company hallmark. Guazzoni closed in 1976. The Guazzoni six-speed production racer offered here has a disc-valve engine producing a maximum of 12bhp at 14,500 revs. This tiny machine weighs a mere 50kg (110lb) so has a highly respectable power-to-weight ratio. The machine's history is not known, other than the fact that it probably raced in Italy and is an older restoration by a specialist. There are no documents with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: NN If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, undertaken by Bonhams upon a successful sale, to facilitate the registration of the machine here in the UK.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Unsigned, Lady's 18 carat gold bracelet watch, no. 424915, circa 1929 Movement: Manual wind, 16 jewels, 3 adjustments Case: 18 carat gold case, hinged snap case back, import mark for Glasgow 1929 Bracelet/Strap: Gold flexible link bracelet, stamped 18ct Size: 21mm, bracelet 14.5cm Signed: Unsigned Accessories: None Together with a Rotary 9 carat gold wrist watch, manual wind, on a brown leather strap, 26mm; and a 15 carat gold wrist watch, on a rolled gold flexible link bracelet, 27mm Condition Report: 18 carat gold watch - 23g gross Rotary - 19g gross 15 carat gold watch - 21g gross Condition Report Disclaimer
A 12-bore rotary underlever side by side hammer shotgun by Blissett & Son: No 8960, the 30 inch Damascus barrels signed to rib, with engraved fences and sidelock action, double trigger, steel trigger guard on a semi-pistol chequered walnut stock, 118cm long*Notes-This lot will not be released without a correct RFD or Shotgun certificate.
A Longines gentleman's steel bracelet wristwatch, the signed silvered dial with baton numerals, centre seconds and with a date of the month aperture, a Roamer gentleman's gilt metal fronted and steel backed wristwatch, with the original guarantee dated 23/6/70, with a Roamer case and a Rotary steel cased gentleman's wristwatch, with a Rotary case, (3).
A QUANTITY OF WRIST WATCHES, to include a number of gold-plated rotary watches with quartz movements, a ladies stainless steel rotary wristwatch with mother of pearl dial, a Sekonda deluxe hand wound wrist watch without strap, and two pocket watches etc Condition report many require batteries, all hand wound are not working
AN EDWARDIAN CASED SET OF TWELVE SILVER HANDLED DESSERT KNIVES AND FORKS, EPNS blades, one knife has replacement handles, (sheffield 1903), Sheffield 1906, together with a late Victorian cased set of twelve ivory handled fish eaters, silver bands and s small parcel of silver plate, gents Rotary watch, etc (3)
A 9ct gold ladies Rotary quartz watch, the oval signed dial with baton hour markers, within a 9ct gold case and fancy link bracelet, hallmarks for Birmingham 1989, with maker's box and spare links, gross weight 12.3g.Condition report: Overall condition good to fairWatch not working at time of cataloguingPeter Wilson do not guarantee the working accuracy of any timepiece offered
J & W Tolley 8 bore side by side double barrelled hammer action shotgun with named and border engraved locks, chequered grip and forend, rebounding hammers, border engraved rotary underlever, underside, trigger guard and top plate, double trigger, choked 34.25 inch Damascus barrels engraved 'J&W Tolley Makers 1 Conduit St Regent St London W' and 3.5 inch chambers, overall length 130cm, serial number 6729.
James Kerr of London 12 bore side by side hammer action shotgun with finely engraved locks, trigger guard, underside, hammers, top plate and rotary underlever, chequered grip and forend, vacant cartouche to the underside of the stock, double trigger and 27.5 inch barrels choked ¾ and improved cylinder, overall length 112cm, length of pull 36.5cm, serial number 897. PLEASE NOTE THAT A VALID RELEVANT FIREARMS/SHOTGUN CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED TO HANDLE/PURCHASE THIS ITEM.
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