Originally Posted by
luker
Having been guilty of over-restoring a few, I'd vote that you leave it as is. My only caveats would be to treat the inside of the frame with some kind of frame saver (linseed oil would be period correct, if you want to go to extremes), and a complete and thorough rebuild, so that you can ride it. It was made to be used, of course, and we'd all like to hear your impressions of the ride.
(Tires may prove to be a little problematic, no?)
Having just gone through your website, you should write a book about your impressions of all of these fine bikes. I'll be the first in line to buy it...
Ahh, thank you. Yes, the tires, wooden rims and rusted spokes are reason enough for me not to ride it. As mentioned in my last post, I'll build up another frame and ride it. But with this one I'm mostly worried about creeping rust. I'm not really familiar with linseed oil. I've since read a little about Framesaver and oxalic acid, but am probably too chicken to try them on this particular frame. So I may consult a restorer to assist.
As for the web site you mentioned, that's Stefan Schaefter's. He is a very nice, knowledgeable Swiss collector. He has quite the collection of bikes, doesn't he?