The Schwinn Phantom


The Schwinn Phantom was truly a classic and anyone who had one was the envy of the neighborhood. Today they are still desirable objects and the Phantom remains a collectors favorite and is probably the most restoed and treasured Schwinn around. Below you will find images and what Schwinn said about the Phantom in their catalogs year by year...

1950


The finest, most complete bicycle in the world.

1950 Schwinn Phantom

Luxury equipment, includes chrome fender, cycelock, spring fork, special colors, and many other outstanding Schwinn exclusive features. Don't miss this bicycle at your dealer.
Ask to see.

  • Schwinn for boys Model B-17

See the full 1950 Schwinn catalog.

1951


The most beautiful bicycle in America!

1951 Schwinn Phantom

  • Model B-17 26-inch

The Phantom is the finest balloon- tired bike in the big Schwinn line!

Look at these features built into America's most beautiful bicycle! The famous Schwinn patented cantilever frame, chrome plated fenders, Schwinn spring fork, Schwinn Cycle-lock, automatic stop and tail light, chrome-trimmed tank, chrome rims, and genuine leather saddle. Get all this and more as standard equipment on the new Schwinn Phantom -- guaranteed against theft loss for one year. Available in many attractive color combinations.

Specifications

  • Frame Electro-forged, exclusive Cantilever construction, fully streamlined, removable seat post clamp.
  • Fork Schwinn patented spring fork with built-in Cyclelock.
  • Crank Set Drop forged high carbon steel, triple heat treated cups and cones, turned from fine grain bar steel, chrome steel balls, two point ball bearing races.
  • Rear Hub Standard coaster brake.
  • Front Hub Schwinn built with removable bearing cups.
  • Handlebar Stem Schwinn gooseneck from drop forged steel.
  • Handlebar Chrome plated, SB 26 x 8.
  • Kickstand Patented dust and rattle proof construction.
  • Chain Guard Embossed design, secured directly to frame.
  • Head Set Schwinn built, turned from special fine grain steel, triple heat treated cups and cones, chrome steel balls.
  • Tank Embossed design, chrome trim, with self contained horn unit.
  • Fenders Chrome plates, extra wide, reinforced, rigid semi-tubular braces. Rear braces attached directly to frame.
  • Head light Schwinn built, streamlined, self contained fenderlite.
  • Luggage Carrier Streamlined with built exclusive stop and tail light.
  • Tires Schwinn Typhoon Whitewall 26 x 2 1/8" cord balloon.
  • Rims Schwinn built, tubular chrome plated S-2.
  • Saddle Schwinn approved Deluxe, top grain leather.
  • Reflector 3 1/4" Stimsonite approved reflector.
  • Pedals Schwinn approved Deluxe, finest quality.
  • Shipping Weight 67 pounds.

Juvenile model of America'f finest Bicycle!

  • Model J-37 24-inch

The Superb design of the 26-in. Phantom built into a 24-in. model!

Newest addition to the Schwinn family- the dazzling 24-inch Phantom - truly America's most beautiful bicycle!
Just like it's "big brother", it has the famous Schwinn patented Cantilever frame, chrome plated fenders, Spring Fork, Schwinn Cyclelock, chrome trimmed tank with built-in horn, Rocket Ray headlight, built-in kickstand, and many other outstanding Schwinn Quality Features. Available in many attractive color combinations. Fully protected by the Schwinn Guarantee.

1952


If you want the finest balloon-tired bike money can by, here it is.

1952 Schwinn Phantom

The most beautiful bike in the famous Schwinn line, the Phantom is champion of them all- with deluxe features and complete equipment to thrill the heart of every boy.

"My new Phantom sure is a beauty- all the fellows say it's the swellest-looking bike in town!"

  • 26 inch Boy's model B-17

See the colors: Coach Green and Black, Light red and Black.

You've never seen such a bicycle! Completely equipped with every accessory imaginable to delight the eye of every youngster. Finest Schwinn craftsmanship throughout. The proudest achievement of three generations of experience in designing and building fine bicycles makes the Phantom the most wonderful bicycle any boy can own!

  • Sturdiest construction, patented cantilever frame
  • Best quality fittings and equipment throughout
  • Beautifully Finished in sparkling colors and chrome trimmings
  • Guaranteed against loss for one year- against defeat As-Long-As-You-Own-It.

See the full 1952 Schwinn catalog.

1953


With complete equipment to thrill the heart of every boy!

1953 Schwinn Phantom

My new Phantom sure is a beauty-all the fellows say its the swellest-looking bike in town!".

The Phantom is the finest balloon-tired in the Schwinn line!

  • Sturdiest construction,patented cantilever frame
  • Schwinn quality fittings and equipment throughout
  • finished in sparkling colors and chrome trimmings
  • Fully protected by the Famous Schwinn Guarantee

You've never seen such a bike! Completed equipped with every accessory imaginable delight the eye of every youngster. Finest Schwinn craftsmanship throughout. The proudest achievement of three generations of experience in designing and building fine bicycles makes the Phantom the most wonderful bike in any boy can own!

1953 schwinn hornet and phantom

Schwinn Phantom for Boys 7 to 10...

Juvenile model of America's fines bicycle! This dazzling 24-in. model has the famous Schwinn patented Cantilever frame, chrome plated fenders, Spring Fork, Schwinn Cyclelock, chrome trimmed tank with built-in horn, Rocket-Ray headlight.

  • 24-inch model No. J-37

See the full 1953 Schwinn catalog.

1954


"My new Phantom sure is a beauty-all the fellows" say it's the swellest looking buke in town"!

1954 Schwinn Phantom

Nothing in the world like it!
Schwinn Phantom is the most beutiful bike you can own!

The most beautiful bike you can own!

You've never seen such a bicycle! Completely equipped with every accessory imaginable to delight the eyes of every youngster. Includes Spring Fork, Cyclelock, stop and tail light, chrome trimmed tank, cantilever frame, whitewall tires, genuine leather saddle, chrome fenders.

  • 26-inch size Boys W-19
  • 24-inch size Boys W-29

One year theft protection-free

See the full 1954 Schwinn catalog.

1955


The Phantom is the most famous balloon-tired bicycle in the world, with beautiful styling and lavish equipment.

1955 Schwinn Phantom

Boys 26-inch Model B19

The Cantilever frame, chrome-trimmed tank, spring fork, chrome fenders with built-in fenderlite and genuine leather saddle make the Phantom the best bike money can buy.

SPECIFICATIONS

FRAME- Schwinn balloon cantilever, girls balloon.
FORK- Schwinn patented spring fork -- no Cycelock unless ordered extra.
REAR HUB- Coaster brake.
CARRIER - Streamlined -- no stop and tail light unless ordered extra.
FENDERS- Chrome plated, extra wide.
SADDLE- Deluxe, top grain leather.
RIMS- Schwinn tubular S-2, chrome.
TIRES- Schwin Typhoon whitewall.

Colors: Red with black trim, black with red trim, green with black trim; also two-two tone blue on girls model only.

MODELS

Shipping Weight lbs.
BOYS GIRLS SIZE DESCRIPTION BOYS/GIRLS

  • B19 B69 26-inch Phantom 67 / 67

See the full 1955 Schwinn catalog.

1956


Most beatiful bike in the world!

1956 Schwinn Phantom

Spring fork, chrome trimmed tank with electric horn, chrome fenders, built-in fenderlite, genuine leather saddle, whitewall tires. Boys and Girls 26" models.

Colors: red with black trim, black with red trim, green with black trim-also two-tone blue in girls model only.

1957


A breath-taking beauty of a bike! 1957 schwinn phantom and starlet

1957 Schwinn Phantom

  • Balloon tired model with all these luxury
  • Spring fork
  • Chrome fenders
  • Built in Fenderlite
  • Chrome trimmed tank with electric horn
  • Genuine leather saddle
  • Whitewall tires
  • Boys 26" Model

Colors: Black with red trim red or green with black trim.

See the full 1957 Schwinn catalog.

1959


Most famous balloon model a perennial.

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1959 Schwinn Phantom

Phantom deluxe spring fork balloon model.

Features; Spring fork, Schwinn Cantilever frame, tank with horn, built-in Schwinn Fenderlite, two – tone colors, extra-wide chrome fenders, rear carrier, whitewall balloon tires, large saddle. Coaster brake only.

Phantom models for boys

Shpg. No. Size Description Wt, Lbs.

  • B19-1 26 inch Coaster (Mark IV) 62 ½

See page 30 for other coaster brakes, equipment options and how to order.
Color: Radiant Red and Black, Radiant Green and Black and Red.

All specification subject to change without notice.

See the full 1959 Schwinn catalog.


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