Originally Posted by garyf .
There's no need to be offensive, chum! Alf Hetchins, When he had his shop in Southend-on Sea, Essex, was commisioned to build this mountain bike during the vogue for all terrain bicycles in the Eighties. It is probably unique! The frame was taken to Bob Jackson in Leeds to be resprayed. The frame livery was originally a beautiful pastel green and the seat and chain stays were widened to accomodate a 9 cog freewheel. In summary,this is a genuine Hetchens, albeit, without the curly stays. I realise the frame is worth a bit less since its alterations, however it's still a beauty!