I've just bought this old F.W. Evans frame. I'd very much like to know more about it.

Evans which is known now for it's big chain of stores in London made frames themselves from the '20s through to the '70s, and build their reputation on touring bikes. They sold frames with their name on them, but not made by them, until not that long ago (perhaps ten years ago or so).

I've no idea of the date of mine, and I'm curious... I imagine that the forks (if they're original, although they look it) and the dropouts might give some clues... Also I've not seen the F on the side decal done in that way (like an E) on any other Evans bikes I've seen.

I love this frame. The paint's tatty but it's not rusty, I'll not repaint it, I'll try rather to touch up the paint.

What do you think about it?