Premium French Engineering: Vintage Mercier Reynolds 531
For purists of the golden era of cycling, this authentic Mercier road frame offers a superb foundation for a period-correct build. Constructed with iconic Full Reynolds 531 steel tubes, it delivers the legendary ride quality, vertical compliance, and responsiveness that defined professional racing and high-end touring machines of the mid-to-late 20th century. Weighing in at 2345g (including the fork), this chassis represents the pinnacle of classic lightweight frame building.
Technical Specifications & Sizing Details
This chassis conforms to vintage French dimensions and standards, demanding matching components. To complete your cockpit setup with period-correct parts, we recommend sourcing a compatible vintage steel handlebar. Sizing and technical specifics are detailed below:
Technical Characteristics
- Matter: Steel
- Size: 57 cm (Seat tube: 57 cm center-to-top of seat tube | Top tube: 57 cm center-to-center)
- Thread (bottom bracket): 35x100 "French" metric
- Thread (fork): 25X100
- Spacing: Front 99.4 mm / Rear 126.6 mm
- Weight: 2345 g
- Numéro de pièce fabricant: 0000
- Pays d'origine: FRANCE
Build Integrity & Condition Notes
As a pre-owned vintage item, this frame shows minor signs of age and storage, such as small paint chips or superficial cosmetic wear, which are normal for its era. There are no major structural defects like cracks, deep rust, or alignment issues unless highlighted. The photographs are an integral part of this description, showing the exact cosmetic state, lug work, and decal preservation of the actual frame you will receive.
Whether you are building a dedicated classic road machine or looking for the perfect foundation for a high-end vintage project, this lightweight steel chassis is ready to be rebuilt. You can pair it with our available front headlight bracket if you are planning a classic vintage touring bike or utility build.
FAQ
What bottom bracket thread standard does this Mercier frame use?
This frame features French metric bottom bracket threading measuring 35x100 mm.
What is the exact frame size and weight?
The frame size is 57 cm (57 cm seat tube center-to-top, and 57 cm top tube center-to-center). The combined weight of the frame and fork is 2345 grams.
Are there any structural cracks or bends on this frame?
No. The frame is structurally sound with no cracks or major structural defects. Small cosmetic storage wear and micro-scratches may be present, which you can evaluate in the product images.
