The Schwinn Panther


1951 Schwinn Panther

The Schwinn Panther was made between 1950 to 1970.

The Panther was "reinvented" many times over the years with no less than four different designs and three different names (Panther. Panther II, Panther III).

This page provides year by year images and info quoted from Schwinn catalogs for the Panther from 1950 to 1970.

1950


America's most popular luxury styled bicycle at an unusually low price.

1950 Schwinn Panther advertisement

1950 Schwinn Panther

Super styling and super equipment on this outstanding Schwinn Panther. Famous for its many big features including the Schwinn knee-action spring fork, whitewall tires, two-tone finish, chrome-plated fenders, and chrome trimmed tank with a built-in horn.

1950 Schwinn Panther
  • Model D-27

See the full 1950 Schwinn catalog.

1951


A brilliant new ultra-modern bike design!

brilliant new bike design 1951 Schwinn Panther

1951 Schwinn Panther

The Schwinn Panther is loaded with deluxe features and swell equipment!

Colors Black and Red or Two-tone red, Blue, or Green.

  • Model D-27 26-inch

Just check the outstanding combination of features on this bicycle! Famous Schwinn spring fork, Rocket Ray headlight, super-streamlined Schwinn Frame, and new tan Koro-seal-top saddle with chrome springs.

Five-times stronger Schwinn chrome Tubular rims, sparkling chrome-plated fenders, chrome-trimmed tank, sleek chainguard and sturdy luggage carrier. Choice of several modern two-tone color combinations. Today's outstanding bicycle buy!

Specifications

  • Frame Electro-forged, fully streamlined, made from Schwinn built steel tubing, removable seat post clamps.
  • Fork Schwinn patented spring fork.
  • 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.
  • Rear Hub Standard coaster brake.
  • Front Hub Schwinn built with removable bearing cups.
  • Handlebar Stem Standard extention stem, best quality.
  • Handlebar Chrome plated, SB 26 x 8 on D27, Boy Scout on D77.
  • Kickstand Shwinn patented dust and rattle proof construction.
  • Chain Guard Embossed design, secured directly to frame.
  • Head Set Schwinn built, triple heat treated cups and cones.
  • Tank Embossed design, chrome trim, with self contained horn unit.
  • Fenders Chrome plated, deep type, reinforced, rigid semi-tubular braces. Rear braces attached directly to frame.
  • Head light Rocket Ray with chrome trim.
  • Tires Schwinn Typhoon 26 x 2 1/8" cord balloon.
  • Rims Schwinn built, tubular chrome plated S-2.
  • Saddle Tan Korosel top, felt padded.
  • Reflector 1 1/2" Jewel.
  • Pedals Schwinn approved with adjustable bearings.
  • Luggage Carrier Streamlined, attached directly to frame.
  • Shipping Weight D27, 65 pounds; D77, 63 pounds.

1952


An Outstanding Combination of Features on One Bicycle!

1952 schwinn panther

1952 Schwinn Panther

You'll love the ultra-modern sleek styling of the Panther. Super rugge and safe too, it's loaded with deluxe features and fine equipment- one of Schwinn's most popular models.

"Boy, what a beauty! Look at that chrome trim and those racy lines- That's for me!

  • Model D-27

Imagine, the famous Schwinn Spring Fork, powerful Rocket-Ray headlight, super streamlined Schwinn frame, sleek sturdy chainguard, sturdy luggage carrier, 5-times stronger Schwinn rims, and bright, shiny extra-deep fenders - all in one perfect bicycle. Your choice of several modern two-tone color combinations.

What a thrill to actually own this new Schwinn! Pedal and feel its soft smooth effortless ride. The miles run by when you're on your Schwinn. Drop in to see your Schwinn Dealer today. See his complete line of Schwinn bicycles and ask to see the Panther. You'll want to join the thousands who proudly ride it.

Panther for girls

1952 schwinn panther and starlet

Dazzling beauty to dream about! Bright shiny fenders, sparkling two-tone baked-on enamel finish. So easy to pedal too, and the Schwinn knee-action spring fork eliminates uncomfortable road shacks. All the famous Schwinn Panther features too.

  • 26 inch model No. D-77.

See the full 1952 Schwinn catalog.

1953


An Outstanding Combination of Features on One Bicycle

1953 schwinn panther for boys

1953 Schwinn Panther

Imagine, the famous Schwinn Spring Fork, powerful Rocket-Ray headlight, super streamlined Schwinn frame, sleek sturdy chainguard, sturdy luggage carrier, extra strong Schwinn tubular rims, and bright, shiny extra-deep fenders - all in one perfect bicycle. Your choice of several modern two-tone color combinations.

  • 26- inch model D-27

What a thrill to actually own this new Schwinn, Pedal and feel its soft smooth effortless ride. The miles run by when you're on your Schwinn. Drop in to see your Schwinn Dealer today. See his complete line - and be sure and ask to see the Schwinn Panther.

Dazzling beauty to dream about!

1953 schwinn panther for girls

1953 Panther for girls

Bright shiny fenders, sparkling two-tone baked-on enamel finish. So easy to pedal too, and the Schwinn knee-action spring fork eliminates uncomfortable road shacks. With the famous Schwinn Quality features.

  • 26 inch model No. D-77

See the full 1953 Schwinn catalog.

1954


The famous Outstanding combination of deluxe features.

1954 schwinn panther

1954 Schwinn Panther

A sparkling new ultra modern bike design. Famous Schwinn Spring Fork, headlight, streamlined frame, koroseal top saddle with chrome hand rails. Chrome trimmed tank, chrome fenders and whitewall tires. Today's outstanding bike buy- and a tops favorite.

  • 26-inch size Boys D-18

1954 Panther for girls

A sparkling new ultra modern bike design. Famous Schwinn Spring Fork, headlight, streamlined frame, koroseasl top saddle with chrome hand rails. Chrome trimmed tank, chrome fenders and whiewall tires. Today's outstanding bike buy - and a top favorite.

  • 26-inch size Girls D-68

See the full 1954 Schwinn catalog.

1959


In 1959 Schwinn introduced the all new Schwinn Panther II, a completely reimagined bike.

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1950 Schwinn Panther

This bike is so different from the original we created a page just it. Go to the Schwinn Panther 2 page.

1960


The Schwinn Panther II continued on.

1960 schwinn panther 2

1950 Schwinn Panther

Go to the Schwinn Panther 2 page.

1961


In 1961 Schwinn updated again and introduced the Schwinn Panther III

1961 schwinn panther 3

See the Schwinn Panther 3 page here.

1962


1962 was the final year of the Schwinn Panther III

1962 schwinn panther 3

See the Schwinn Panther 3 page here.

1966


After disapearing for awhile Schwinn once again made the Panther and dropped the "II and III", it was once again simply the Schwinn Panther.

1966 Schwinn panther

1966 Schwinn Panther

2-speed or coaster brake
Schwinn's finest middleweight. Fully equipped with chrome plated front and rear carrier, tank with built-in horn, headlight, two-tone saddle. Superior narrow whitewall nylon cord tires. Radiant coppertone black.

Schwinn's finest middleweight. Fully equipped with chrome plated front and rear carrier, tank with built-in horn, headlight, two-tone saddle.

Schwinn Full size middle-weight For boys

  • B17-6 26" Panther, coaster brake.......$59.95
  • B17-2 26" Panther, automatic 2-speed...$67.95

See the full 1966 Schwinn catalog.

1967


Deluxe equipped bike with that famous Schwinn luxury look!

1967 schwinn panther deluxe typhoon and typhoon

1967 Schwinn Panther

Standout features include chrome plated front and rear luggage carriers, streamlined tank with built-in horn, headlight, Schwinn whitewall 26" x 1 3/4" tires.

Colors: Coppertone, Sky Blue, Black.

  • B17-6 26" Panther, coaster brake.......$56.95
  • B17-2 26" Panther, automatic 2-speed.............$64.95

See the full 1967 Schwinn catalog.

1968


26" Middleweight Bikes For Boys and Girls

1968 schwinn panther, deluxe typhoon, typhoon and heavyduty

1968 Schwinn Panther

Schwinn's finest middleweight, front and rear luggage carriers, tank with built-in horn, headlight, Schwinn whitewall 26" x 1 3/4" tires.

Colors: Campus green, coppertonel, black.

  • B17-6 26" Panther, coaster brake.......$59.95
  • B17-2 26" Panther, 2-speed.............$67.95

See the full 1968 Schwinn catalog.

1969


Schwinn's finest deluxe equipped middleweight bike.

1968 schwinn panther, deluxe typhoon and typhoon

1969 Schwinn Panther

Chrome plated front and rear luggage carriers, streamlined tank with built-in horn, handlebar mounted headlight, deluxe mattress saddle, Schwinn whitewall 26" x 1 3/4" nylon tires. Colors: Campus green, red.

26" Inch Middleweight Bikes for Boys

  • B17-6 26" Panther, coaster brake.......$65.95

See the full 1969 Schwinn catalog.

1970


Schwinn's Finest Deluxe equipped middleweight bike.

1970 schwinn panther, typhoon and heavy duty

1970 Schwinn Panther

26 Inch Middleweight for Boys and Girls

Chrome plated front and rear luggare carriers, streamlined tank with built-in horn, handlebar mounted headlight, Schwinn whitewall 26" x 1 3/4" nylon cord tires.

Colors: Campus green, red.

  • B17-6 Panther, coaster brake.......$65.95

See the full 1970 Schwinn catalog.

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