A Gunn bicycle carries both personal and historical significance. While "Gunn" represents founder Tim Gunn’s surname, it’s also a tribute to another of Tim's passions; the iconic cyclecar, and in particular the legendary British automotive brand of GN - renowned for its simple chain drive cars and engineering innovation. This homage is reflected not only in the brand’s name but also in the bike's logo and badge, which pay tribute to the legacy of GN cars. Just like those historic vehicles, a Gunn bike embodies the perfect balance of history, performance, and difference for the person who seeks something truly unique.
At the core of each Gunn bicycle is a carefully selected vintage frame and fork, chosen for its craftsmanship and history. These frames are given a new life and individually reconfigured by Tim to accommodate today’s modern components. This fusion of vintage design and modern craftsmanship creates a bespoke cycling experience that delivers the best of both worlds: the timeless charm of a vintage bicycle, with the performance of today’s technology.
For the person who looks for elegance and exclusivity, riding a Gunn bicycle is more than just transportation — it’s a statement of style and sophistication.
When it comes to beautiful bicycles, every detail counts. Each bicycle is fitted with components that are carefully chosen from long-standing and respected manufacturers within the cycling industry. These parts aren’t just selected for their technical performance; they’re chosen for their design and to complement each frame’s aesthetics.
From Brooks leather saddles to carefully matched drive systems, every element of each bicycle is designed to enhance the ride experience, combining beauty with impeccable functionality and every bicycle is fitted with a handmade silver-plated head badge, hand die-stamped in our workshop using a traditional hand operated fly-press, something that distinguishes every bicycle from the rest. This attention to detail ensures that your bike offers an unrivalled blend of style and individuality, whether you’re looking to ride through the city, explore the countryside or simply admiring it on the wall of your office.
No two bicycles are alike and each bike offers a blank canvas for you to personalise according to your taste and preferences. Tim works closely with each customer to ensure each bicycle reflects their individual style, whether that’s sleek minimalism or something more artistic. He see's each frame as a hanger for components and the parts are chosen accordingly.
For those seeking an extra touch of opulence, there are plans in the feature for silver jewellery embellishments on the more elaborate designed frames and lugs—elevating your bicycle into a rolling piece of art. Customisation of each bike is about making a ride that’s as distinctive as its rider.
Every bicycle is hand-built in Tim Gunn’s workshop in England, a place where tradition and innovation have long come together. As the cycle expert for BBC’s The Repair Shop, each bike is a testament to his passion for restoring and reinventing vintage frames, combining heritage with the precision of modern components.
If you value beautiful things, heritage, and something truly unique, then a Gunn Bike will deliver you more than just a bicycle — it will offer a story, a piece of history and a slice of art wrapped up in an extraordinary cycling experience thats yours to own and enjoy.
Gunn & Co
Cut Elms Farm,
Keeres Green,
Aythorpe Roding,
Great Dunmow,
Essex
CM6 1PQ - UK