Description
A piece too beautiful to be true, just like Indian jewelry!
TOMII CYCLES is a custom frame builder in Austin, Texas. Nao Tomii, a.k.a. Nao Tomii, has a unique career, having studied fine arts in the U.S., worked as a sculptor and 3D modeling in Boston, Massachusetts, and then started building frames.
The bicycles he creates have a delicate, nostalgic feel like Indian jewelry, yet are fused with cutting-edge imagery, and the bikes he creates with the motto of making bicycles that are fun to ride have a unique presence.
For the past few years, as well as custom-ordered frames, we have been focusing on the production of beautiful parts such as brass top caps, spacers, and bells.
Even these brass stem caps are individually engraved by Nao's hand, and no two are alike.
All parts are patinaed (chemically changed in color) and then waxed, allowing the brass to age well.
Some of them are inlaid with turquoise, a technique that, like the detail work on his frames, gives them a beautiful Indian jewelry-like finish.
This item would make a great addition to your own bike, or as a gift for a loved one or riding companion.
[SPEC]
Material: brass
Size: 1-1/8"
*Comments from Nao about care
As for the maintenance of the brass parts, all parts have been patinaed (chemical color change) and then waxed. (Because if you do lacquer or clear coat, the texture is not good.)
So the color will change over time (even the grease from your hands will weather it). That is one of the interesting things about brass, but if you wax it regularly (especially after touching it with your hands) or wipe it with a soft cloth, the original patina will last longer. (It's like a jewelry store.) Wax is fine for cars, wood flooring, whatever.
- Orders are shipped within 1–2 business days after payment is confirmed. Orders placed by 10:00 AM are generally shipped the same day.
- Messenger delivery is available within Nagoya City only (excluding complete bikes and framesets).
- We ship every day from Monday through Sunday, except on temporary closure days.
- Shipping destinations: throughout Japan and worldwide.
- Shipment may be delayed depending on credit card processing. If you would like to request a delivery date or time, please add a note in your cart.
- All orders are shipped from Circles.
- For damage or loss during transit, please contact the carrier.
Complete Bike Shipping within Japan
- A shipping fee of ¥9,900 (tax included) applies to complete bikes. Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- After purchase, we perform a final inspection before shipping. Please allow 1–2 weeks in some cases.
- For packing, some parts may be removed. We strongly recommend having the bike reassembled and checked by your local bicycle shop before riding.
- We will contact you by email with delivery details.
- Products are also sold in-store, so availability may change before the order is finalized.
Frameset Shipping within Japan
- Flat-rate shipping within Japan: ¥5,500 (tax included). Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- Shipping rates for OMNIUM framesets and complete bikes differ.
- We will contact you by email with delivery details.
- Facing and tapping preparation for framesets purchased from Circles is available at no additional charge. Details will be provided after purchase.
- Headset and bottom bracket installation are also available for an additional labor fee. Please contact us if required.
Custom & Stock Wheel Shipping within Japan
- A shipping fee of ¥2,000 (tax included) applies. Additional charges may apply for Okinawa and remote islands.
- Stock wheels undergo a final inspection by a mechanic before shipping. Please allow approximately 3 business days for dispatch.
For international orders, shipping costs vary by destination. Please check the amount shown at checkout.