Transfers

Hi Folks-
Speaking of transfers (see previous post), something has me puzzled. It seems that one can only get the "Norton" and "750/850 Commando" transfers in what I call "late model" form. I swear that the originals I've had were in the various colors with outlining. Silver/black, gold/black, black/gold. The side cover transfers look to be a bit longer, as well. When I ask suppliers about this, they act as though I just fell out of the sky with a "I ask stupid questions" t-shirt on! When I was doing really a-retentive restos years ago I did get hold of some old, original varnish transfers for the side panels on my Fastback and they were, indeed a bit longer, and gold with black outline. Other than the black/gold "Norton" transfer printed on clear that you have to trim up to work and the '70 roadster side cover transfers I can't source anything that looks like the originals. Just the monochrome ones. Any ideas? Am I slipping back into the clutches of a-retention? :shock: Thanks for any info.

Mike,
Kansas, America
'73 850 Roadster, '70 Fastback and on and on..

The early Norton tank transfers (according to the parts book) is the 06-1040.

Norvil list these: http://www.norvilmotorcycle.co.uk/061040.jpg

And they are most likely available from other UK suppliers, but I'm sure Norvil will probably have all styles and colours that were available.

I suggest you contact Norvil: http://www.norvilmotorcycle.co.uk/

By Golly! That's them! What a relief that I haven't lost my mind or been suffering delusions. I had a look through their website. VERY comprehensive selection. Thank you very much for the reply!

Mike
Kansas, America
You know the rest