That is incredibly useful information, thanks very much. Once I've checked I'll let you know what I find.
For your info, although I'd heard of W.F Evans when I started cycling in the late 50's it was a small firm in London so never made much impression. now I've bought one and started looking around I find that Evans cycles have several shops around the UK and I believe are one of the biggest retailers around.
I was quite surprised. I emailed them for info but they replied that their records didn't go back that far.
Regards
Albert