How a CROMOVELATO steel frame is actually made

[@gorabod]

One of the most beautiful frame i n the World !!!!

[@CDMJDMHHC]

Your frames are so beautiful it bring tears to my eyes seeing such craftsmanship and technology come together.

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thanks for your kind words, Jason!

[@StanEby1]

The way you do cromovelato is emblematic of the chief characteristic or theme of your company. In other words, you could say the Officina Battaglin concept is a harmonious fusion of supreme function and beauty. Producing high-performance masterpieces where performance and artistry are inseparable...an alchemy which crystallizes enduring perfection into every bike.

[@death2pc]

1,000,000 Grazie!!!!!!!!!! Steel or nothing, period!

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thank you! We couldn't agree more 😄

[@BigByrd-gy8qk]

Bellissimo!! Yesterday I wasn't even thinking about a new frame set, and this afternoon, I feel the fish hook has me, so reel me in.

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Hi Jon, at www.officinabattaglin you'll find many types of baits 🎣

[@Jordanmilo]

I just bought a 1987 Pinarello Tre Cime. In those days, Pinarello also chromed the entire frame and fork, and then painted over the chrome. But the painted sections have a more satin finish; I believe this is because only the sections where it would be exposed was the chrome polished--depending on the model, this was the chain stay, seat stay caps, fork and crown, etc. The Tre Cime was a lower-level model, so there is very little exposed chrome. In the 33 years since the bike was built, paint has worn off in some areas, leaving exposed chrome, which has been polished by friction. The decals (except for one Columbus Matrix fork decal) have also worn off, as Pinarello did not clear coat after applying the decals. Overall the effect is nice and subtle, not striking like your Battaglin's finish.

[@brian.d.mobley]

I love your bikes! I want to build my own and I find it hard for me to improve upon your designs!

[@encikbett]

Wow beautiful. Giving me idea how to paint my steel bike. Thanks!!

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

You're welcome 🇮🇹

[@paullacey2999]

Fascinating!And a beautiful bike is born:)

[@eddon7644]

Hermosa! I will attempt my own cromovelato. Cheers from Chile!!

[@lovenottheworld5723]

So you start with a small frame and when it's cleaned up it becomes extra large. Then when it's chrome plated it shrinks back down to a small size again . When it's painted it becomes medium sized. That's amazing.

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Correct, we are the David Copperfield of frame builders

[@h3h3eot]

It's a magical process to create one of the most beautiful frames in the industry, no matter the size........

[@gggfff685]

😂😂😂

[@daveyponderosa9549]

Bravo Maestro....TRULY BEAUTIFUL!

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Grazie mille!🇮🇹

[@ck23j]

Well done. Great video. Que belle

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thanks!🇮🇹

[@goffredogiudici3633]

Una verniciatura molto in voga negli anni 80 bellissimo effetto!!

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Esattamente!🇮🇹

[@andredegraaf1643]

So pretty! If I was in the market for a new bike, it would be yours.

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thank you for considering us! We hope that we can work together to create your dream bike in the future. 🇮🇹

[@saulPicie]

simplemente una belleza... desde Córdoba, Veracruz, México. saludos Fraternos,

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Muchas gracias!

[@uncleidi9715]

Stunning

[@stereoz1119]

Hi there, how much weight does the chrome plating add to the frame? They do look absolutely stunning by the way, and I am interested in the different process used on the carbon forks, since carbon cannot be electroplated.

[@georgesaleeby8037]

Steel is the best

[@jigyjigy9182]

Searching every where to know how to paint chromovelato after seeing an Red Battaglin Bike outside of a coffeeshop. It's a masterpiece creature.

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thanks! I suggest you take a look at our video about how the signature cromovelato finish is done!🇮🇹

[@caluzzucarrazzi5549]

Giovanni, you are truly fantastic, God bless you.

[@carlosaguilarcastaneda8500]

Forme columbus steel tha best bike material ever nice work. I want frame like tha

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Hey Carlos, thank you! We can build your custom lugged frame from Columbus tubing and finish it in pink cromovelato, check out our lugged models here ==> www.officinabattaglin.com

[@ngocdungphung9084]

Wow ! Very Nice and Very informative.

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thank you! Glad you found it useful!

[@julioarenas1874]

Lo mejor Desde panama. Julio arenas .

[@bongvitug1306]

Hello, very nice! Can you tell me a dealer in San Diego Ca I can buy?

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Hello, thank you very much! We sell direct, so if you're interested in having more information about our custom frames and bikes please check out our website www.officinabattaglin.com

[@mjlly1]

Beautiful. I want one.

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thanks Leon! Looking forward to building yours 🇮🇹

[@hartantoclaten]

Good job....frame premium class,this frame suply in indonesia or not?

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thanks! Yes, we have a lot of customers in Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@mhklomp]

A lot of kudos specially for the Italian flag frame you shown on Instagram

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thank you so much! A full video presentation of that Italian flag frame is coming soon, stay tuned 😎

[@jupiter8a]

@@OfficinaBattaglin Looking forward to seeing the tricolore frame! The Italian red, white & green is a fantastic combination.

[@charlievivash4368]

Truly a fantastic craftsman

[@tiagomarcelo2875]

Amazing

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thanks Tiago!

[@alexandrustanciu7995]

domnilor uitați-vă adevărata artă a bicicletei,cunoscători trebuiesc să admire, jos pălăria pentru ce fac acei oameni acolo, ce vrei mai mult , cu mult respect pentru voi si cu regretul că eu nu pot avea nici o dată un cadrul ca acela vă mulțumesc ADRIAN din ROMANIA

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Mulțumesc din Italia! 🇮🇹

[@alexandrustanciu7995]

@@OfficinaBattaglinVă rog spuneți-mi ce preț în € sau $ are un cadeul ca acela prezentat in video clipul de pe youtube. cu mulțumiri ADRIAN DIN ROMANIA

[@DrJRMCFC]

Stunning. One day....

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Looking forward to building your custom cromovelato frame!

[@willshaughnessy8515]

Bello.. anche pui guisto per mio figlio Giovanni... when he stops growing..Lui sono 16 ano... You sell direct to buyer.. do you also work with bike shops?

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Thanks! We sell only directly from Italy 🇮🇹

[@DiegoCamarero]

Bellísima

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Muchas gracias!

[@tiagomarcelo2875]

Where can i buy the lacquer paint?! thx

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

I highly suggest reaching out to a local bike painter specialized in custom paint jobs.

[@karelchmelir2006]

@@OfficinaBattaglin :-D :-D :-D

[@richm.3477]

Does the cromovelato finish require any special care to preserve the beautiful finish?

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Not really! Just the basic maintenance for any high-end steel frame.

[@irwinlimweebeng]

@@OfficinaBattaglin thank you for sharing! May I know what is this "basic maintenance" you would recommend? Any particular brand or type of polish you would recommend?

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

@@irwinlimweebeng The most important thing is to wash the bike using bare water after every ride to remove the sweat and the dirt. Then, dry it thoroughly without applying too much pressure. You can polish 3-4 times a year, but the frequency can vary depending on the area where you live.

[@CDMJDMHHC]

one day I will have one one day !!!!!!!!!!

[@angleano1]

How to order a Battaglin frame?

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Hi Angel, the first step is discussing your needs and preferences at www.callofficinabattaglin.com

[@domestique3954]

Bellissima! 🚴🏽💦

[@OfficinaBattaglin]

Grazie mille 😎

[@letsgetdoing]

Want!!!