Originally Posted by
PeterLYoung
I agree and my Humber when new could have had either in 1948 (both would have been available) what I have bought is period correct. It would be like looking for Hens Teeth to get the earlier pattern you show, especially in good order (It looks like you have one, good on you!!!) though cable should not be too much of a problem as I am sure the BSA 3 speed trigger cable might fit, it has a similar lolly pop nipple I have a spare one of those fortunately for my BSA Roadster.
I am over the moon with the one I have!!!
Yes, yours is correct for 1948. I don't have one like it, but it is my all time favorite design. It has the newer internal spring design but still has the classy, embossed in relief style face plate from the 1930s. The only drawback to the 3 or 4 speed trigger is that you need to use a small screwdriver to pry up the pawl when installing a cable. That doesn't bother me one bit. Here's an ad from 1949 showing this shifter with the later window and more modern graphics.
