Picchio, Angelo   
Torino, Italy

      An unsung artisan who, beginning in 1946, crafted many champions' bicycles, including winners of The Tour De France, The Giro d'Italia and the World Championships.  He was never to receive the credit, due to the politics of race team sponsorships.
    Pictured is Maestro Picchio (on the left) with his top assistant Francesco Trentin, who had been team mechanic for the Torpado team in its grandest days. All brazing was only done by Picchio or Trentin.

     The intricately carved lugs of the Model Special, available only in the city of Torino colors, silver with blue and yellow seat tube bands. This frame is of mid-70's production.

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