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Early break, by Ladd

1850-1883

Mercury Break

1851-1877

Cantilever brake for front wheel of solo bicycle

Early hand break

1880

Hammer break, electromagnetic, on mahogany base

Campbell Swinton's electrolytic break

1899

Early type bicycle brake

Early type bicycle brake operated by foot pressure

Example of the 'Monitor' front wheel rim brake for bicycles

Example of 'Monitor' front wheel rim brak

1935
This Shooting Brake was made by Peter Reid coachbuilders in Perth, Scotland, between 1825 and 1875. A large carriage that includes two tall front seats, and a large open back area with inward facing seating all around the sides (approximately fitting up to 10 passengers), which is accessed via two side facing half-doors. The seating is covered with a brown/tan padding, and the exterior of the carriage's body is painted entirely in black. The black metal undercarriage has spoon brakes installed, and the carriage has no noticeable internal storage spaces. The wheels have hub caps which are engraved “Reid, Perth”.

Shooting brake made by Reid

1825-1875