1961 Masi Special Nervex

Up for sale, direct from a private collection, is a completely restored 1961 Masi Special Nervex. The frame was restored to period correct style in both paint and chrome based on existing conserved original paint Nervex Specials viewed in other private collections. No detail was overlooked. Dimensions are 55cm seat tube center-top, 53cm seat tube center-center, 53cm top tube center-center and 62cm down tube center-center. This restored Masi Special Nervex is fully period correct throughout for 1961.

·Campagnolo Gran Sport second generation crankset 151BCD  52T-48T

·Campagnolo front parallelogram derailleur with long cable guide (gamba lunga), first generation second version 

·Campagnolo Gran Sport rear derailleur 

·Campagnolo Italian threaded bottom bracket

·Campagnolo 27mm seat post

·Campagnolo Gran Sport second generation first version steel headset with <c> stamp 

·Campagnolo “No Record” High Flange Hubs laced to Nisi rims with newly glued Vittoria tubular tires 

·Brooks B17 honey saddle 

·Universal Model 51 brake levers with new reproduction hoods. 

·Universal Mod 61 brake calipers 

·3T Special stem (90cm c-c) and gran prix bars, both first generation and first version

The serial number sampled on the bottom bracket is H55 along with the MASI stamp. The head badge is original to the bike from 1961 and not a reproduction. There is also the Nervex number 61°649022°539 stamped on the bottom bracket. The contour and position of the seat stays along with style of the seat stay lug are consistent with other early 60's Masi Special Nervex. As well as, the front portion of the head tube lugs and contour of the drop out attachments, all-consistent with early 60’s Masi Special Nervex. The bike has not been ridden since the restoration. Please make sure to ask all questions prior to purchasing. International shipping is available to select locations. The buyer is responsible for any VAT, Duty or Import Tax as related to the destination country, this also includes UK residents. The bike is located in Milan, Italy and available for in-person viewings.