I went back for a look-see regards the font style, and mainly because nothing scratched my eye when I looked at it previously.
You may be right Paul, and I would certainly bow to your obvious knowledge.
But, honestly, it reads as a piece of simple utilitarian sign-writing to me. In fact the "C" reminds me of many of the less than perfectly formed "C's" that I used to see [...way to many sees{Cs} in that sentence] around and about, in fact it struck me as a piece of rural signwriting that might pass as the signature work of a well known and oft used local character - it all adds to the back story to my mind.
Not trying to be contrary you understand - just how another man sees the same image.
And not trying to prove a point but perhaps an amusing aside for Marc! - whom it appears likes his bikes? - Here's a pic' of mine [which I thought might interest you - The Pashley Parabike] but more pertinently some old signs in the background that show some quite esoteric and individual styles.
Again, not trying to be a clever dick! ........... just adding to the conversation.
