Thanks Amir. There is little information out there re:Follis.
I am definitely not a sprinter. Just getting a set of Tipo's laced up for the build and recently acquired an Italian French bottom bracket for her. On the road
with Campagnolo components soon.
-D
Originally Posted by
amirinisrael
I bought a Follis 472 in 1974. It looked just like yours but had Nervex lugs. Follis changed to Prugnat (?) lugs the next year.
They probably ride the same ... which for a Follis of that period, was great (good acceleration, good cornering, solid climbing, fast descents).
472s had fender eyelets while most 572s and no 672s did not.
So yours is probably a 472. That's a good thing as the 572 and 672 had shorter wheelbases and a harsher ride.
A friend of mine, back in the day, had a 572 and the difference in ride was noticeable ... butt he was a sprinter.
Enjoy your bike. Great find.
Amir