Judging by the reflection on the frame tubes (red circles).... gloss.
No argument here....Well I'll call it poorly sprayed gloss.
I'll vouch for it. Good stuff!I’ve never used this personally, but I’ve heard good things about it. It says it’s tough, and heat and oil resistant.
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I believe you are right as to frame finish although my memory would never go back 50 years. How do we set up a vote system? Start a new thread?A lot of work to prep a frame. Very least use a 2k rattle can. These paints hold up to heat, gas, solvents, brake fluids, oils etc. also don’t chip easy.
https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-s-2k-aerospraytm-ceramic-chassis-black.html
satin is pretty much spot on stock frames. Never seen a gloss frame on a 70s bike.
I’m not sure of the time lines but I know quite a few bikes and even some cars being produced in the 50/60s were dipped. Single stage (probably lead) paint.
Poll added.I believe you are right as to frame finish although my memory would never go back 50 years. How do we set up a vote system? Start a new thread?
satin is pretty much spot on stock frames. Never seen a gloss frame on a 70s bike.
Both my BSA Bantam and Triumph Bonneville were gloss and I would argue that so is my XS.T they certainly weren't satin or matt. I assume that they would have used a single coat paint which is less glossy than what we are used to now.
This may be due to many solid gloss paints also having a clear coat which enhances the finish and also adds an extra layer of protection?
Starting to lean SatinThis 73 was kept inside and has never been touched or even cleaned?
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Based upon what's in my garage, I agree. I'm not considering satin as flat. I go along with the description by @WideAWAKEStarting to lean Satin