If the Smithsonian has a bicycle room....this gem should be in it!!!

http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=norman+rapide

Note:

a) 27" x 1 1/4" rims b) John Bull Club Grips c) Bluemels pump d) Brook saddle e) original fenders!!!
f) original alloy pedals with toes clips & straps g) tool bag with tools h) generator light with lamp bracket on right fork blade i) quality tires that look new j) chrome fork k) even a collapsable drinking cup!

*** Pristine original conditon
*** All original decals, including original LBS decal!

The guy who bought this 60 years ago was one serious guy! Probably a WWII vet.
Probably would be glad to know its going to somebody who knew about the Rapide and wanted one.

This deserves a special place in BF history.