Mystery Tricycle is Probably a Western Flyer
Q: I’m sending you a pictures of my tricycle in hopes you can identify it for me. This elderly lady (about 85 to 90) had in in her backyard in the hills of Camarillo, California. I asked her for it and she gave it to me. I think its from the 50′s but not sure.
A: Your tricycle indeed looks to be from the 1950′s. Judging by the paint scheme it is most likely a Western Flyer that was sold in a Western Auto store, but manufactured by AMF. Western Auto was one of many chain stores that resold tricycles and bicycles under a house-brand name but that were manufactured by another maker. The condition is really rough and it looks like the old woman had the right idea using it for a lawn ornament.
