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Old 05-11-09, 11:15 AM
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The Belt saddle went for $88.43. You could get a new B-17 for less.

Originally Posted by Scottryder
... I think the interest in the Belt saddles coincides with the renewed interest and acceptance of the Japanese bikes from the '70's. The Belts are now selling on EBay for more than the Fujita Pros were just a few years ago.
Is that the consensus?

Is someone spending this much money on a Brooks knockoff because it's collectible, or because it's a better saddle than a new Brooks?
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