Among the latest additions to 1902 are the launch story of the ‘New Pattern’ Werner—arguably one of the most influential bikes in history—and the launch of what would become the ubiquitous (in Britain) Smith’s speedo. The introduction to the Smith’s story is gloriously steampunk: “Messrs S Smith and Sons, the well-known horologists, of 9, Strand, WC, have just completed the first specimen of their new patent combined motor chronograph and speed indicator.”
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