Up for sale is a rare piece of Italian suspension history: a 1996 Marzocchi Nitro air/oil fork. Finished in its iconic metallic orange, this fork is a perfect match for high-end mid-90s builds like Marin, Kona, or specialized.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Model Year: 1996 (Confirmed by the "96" stamps on the arch and inside the crown).
• Steerer Diameter: 1 1/8" (Threadless).
• Steerer Length: 17 cm.
• Replaceable Steerer: Thanks to the classic Marzocchi bolt-on crown design, the steerer tube can be easily swapped if needed.
• System: Performance Air/Oil technology with "World Champion" heritage.
• Adjustments: External adjustment clickers (1-7) located at the bottom of the legs for fine-tuning.
• Brake Compatibility: Rim Brake Only (Cantilever or V-Brake).

Condition Report:

• Stanchions: Under the protective rubber boots, the chrome stanchions are remarkably clean and well-preserved.
• Paint: The metallic orange paint is generally bright and glossy. However, there is a significant paint chip/peeling on the back of the left leg where green primer is visible.
• Mechanicals: The fork compresses and rebounds. The adjustment knobs turn as they should. Valve under the original protective caps are perfect
• Decals: Original "Nitro" and "Marzocchi World Champion" decals are present and in good condition.

Collector's Note: The Nitro was a high-performance alternative in the mid-90s, offering better damping than many elastomer-based competitors. Its modular design (replaceable steerer and bolt-on arch) makes it a favorite for long-term maintenance and custom projects.

Please review all high-resolution images to evaluate the aesthetic condition, specifically the paint chip on the lower leg.