Carlton Cobra - 1968 - Refurbishment Project

[Illaveago]

That is really interesting - the chrome on the forks does appear to be of a lower quality than the frame. I wonder if that is the case.
Replacing the forks might be a good option, or just looking at painting them again - they were painted originally.

I think the forks were fully chromed with a transparent colour over the top section .
I have a pair of half chromed forks off a Corsa I think which has a much better finish. The insides of forks towards the crown are particularly rough .

 

[midlife]

That's good to know, thanks. It would be good to see pics. of your bike if you have any.

My Cobra is on page 2, remnants of acryllichrome fade still present. Fragile finish and most people by now have removed it down to bare chrome.

https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/carlton-classic-all-chrome-info-required.382661/page-2

I'll see if I can find me racing one lol

 

[Justified_Sinner]

My Cobra is on page 2, remnants of acryllichrome fade still present. Fragile finish and most people by now have removed it down to bare chrome.

Thanks for that. One of it being raced would be brilliant!
I still have traces of the black at the top of the seat tube and round the bottom bracket.