The Continental Classique is in Claud Butler's 1939 catalogue in Reynolds 531 with pencil barrel hubs, as a three-speed or single-speed. In 1951 it was Models 41, 41a and 41b, with brazed lugs, 27in rims, a Williams C.34 chainset and 3 to 5 speeds.
Known components
Listed exactly as our confirmed sources give them, with the year and source for each. A part listed for one year or version may not apply to every bike, so check against yours.
Frame and fork
- Reynolds 5311939 — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.16; 1951 · 41, 41a, 41b — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.7
- Brazed lugs1951 · 41, 41a, 41b — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.7
Gears and drivetrain
- three-speed or single speed1939 — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.16
- Williams C.34 chainset1951 · 41, 41a, 41b — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.7
- 3 to 5 speeds1951 · 41, 41a, 41b — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.7
Wheels and tyres
- Endrick rims1939 — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.16
- pencil barrel hubs1939 — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.16
- 27in rims1951 · 41, 41a, 41b — Ebykr catalogue archive, p.7
Catalogue appearances
| Year | Name as printed · model no. | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | C.B. Continental Classique | Reynolds 531; Endrick rims; pencil barrel hubs; three-speed or single speed. | Ebykr catalogue archive, p.16 |
| 1951 | Continental Classique · 41, 41a, 41b | Brazed lugs; Reynolds 531; 27in rims; Williams C.34 chainset; 3 to 5 speeds. | Ebykr catalogue archive, p.7 |
Specs are as printed in the catalogue. Years are when the model appears in a source, not exact production dates.
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Sources
Last updated 19 October 2026. Every fact on this page comes from one of these.