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Unlocking the Past: Deciphering J C Higgins Date Codes and Unearthing Bicycle History

A Brand Born of American Ingenuity The story of the J C Higgins bicycle is intrinsically tied to Sears, Roebuck & Co., a retail giant that revolutionized American shopping. Sears, not a bicycle manufacturer itself, cleverly partnered with existing bike makers, essentially branding their bikes for its catalog and retail stores. This allowed Sears to … Read more

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