Taurus Lautal, Touring Bicycle, 1930, Italy
Taurus was established in Milan by Vincenzo Fabbri in 1906, aiming to build high-quality cycles, using the best metals, alloys and components.
The “Lautal” name of the model (all aluminum) is clearly German-inspired.
Besides, Taurus always gave the impression to draw inspiration from the German build quality; the clean styling though was purely Italian.
This model was surely intended for an elite audience, because the alloys used are lightweight, therefore expensive.
Technical notes:
- 28” LAUTAL
- TAURUS hubs
- AMBROSIO handlebar
- BROOKS saddle
- Aluminum fenders and chain cover
- Aluminum rims
- Handle to lift the bicycle and carry it by hand
- TAURUS bell
- Rubber seal to protect the handlebar (while the bike is leaned on a wall)