Richard D’s Liberated Libertas

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Cottered Crank Week rolls on with this OTSG First: Richard D’s Libertas Mann (or is it Mann Libertas)?

Libertas Mann 10-Speed

Libertas Mann 10-SpeedCottered? Check!Huret Svelto Rear DerailerLibertas Mann Headbadge

Liberated Libertas from mom’s garage. I bought this in 1969 (around $80 with tax I think) and it’s pretty much exactly as it was then (including the Englewood license plate, not shown) except for the HB tape and new tires. It was hanging in a dry Englewood, CO garage for many years. Just used a little soap and water and chain oil on it. Runs good as new! Front Simplex plastic derailleur is cracked but works. The original tire pump is probably still in the garage or basement somewhere. Enjoy the pictures!
Richard

Thanks Richard

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  • http://hughsbicycle.blogspot.com sprocket56

    Very interesting bike. I think I have one of those Simplex plastic derailleurs in the shop/garage somewhere. Is it the one that comes out like a piston? I would love to see a close up of how that baby is hooked up. Thanks,Hugh

  • jbuck

    I would love me a Libertas. Never can find one in my size, though. Any suggestions??

  • Robert Bois le Duc

    I have one that I picked up in a barn, 23 years ago. It’s from the 1960s. I had a bike shop go through it & replace the tires. I rode it for 10 years until I became disabled & can’t ride it anymore. It’s Purple/Maroon in color.