This second-hand 1970s French frame represents a classic mid-range formula from the cycle manufacturer. Built with Reynolds 531 three main tubes, it balances structural compliance with a lightweight profile. The rear spacing is set at 122 mm, making it highly compatible with five-speed or six-speed vintage freewheel hubs. Please note that the photos are part of the description; they detail the cosmetic surface marks, decals, and paint preservation exactly as they are.
Technical Specifications & Key Dimensions
- Size: 56
- Seat Tube (a): 56 cm (measured from bottom bracket center to top of seat tube)
- Top Tube (b): 55.5 cm (measured center-to-center)
- Thread (bottom bracket): 35x100 "Swiss"
- Thread (fork): 25X100
- Weight: 2930 g
- Rear Dropout Width: 122 mm
Restoration & Vintage Compatibility Notes
This frame features a 35x100 "Swiss" bottom bracket thread, which is essential to verify before installing your cup-and-cone set or cartridge system. The 25X100 French fork steering column matches classic headset assemblies perfectly. If you are completing a high-grade 1970s build, you can also view this sibling Peugeot PS10 Reynolds 531 Frame 2925g as a point of comparison, or browse our Peugeot PY10 Full Reynolds 531 Frame for full-tube Reynolds projects.
FAQ
What is the bottom bracket threading on this Peugeot PS10 frame?
This frame has a 35x100 Swiss bottom bracket thread. It requires a compatible Swiss-threaded BB cup set for installation.
What are the exact measurements of this vintage frame?
The seat tube measures 56 cm from the bottom bracket center to the top of the tube, and the top tube is 55.5 cm center-to-center.
What is the rear dropout spacing?
The rear spacing is 122 mm, which is standard for classic 5-speed and early 6-speed vintage rear hubs.
