Help identifying Nitto Albatross Material

[Kevin Abbott]

I have a Nitto Albatross Handlebar that I purchased quite a few years ago and I can't seem to remember if I bought the cromo or alu model. 

The only marking says NITTO I-Z.  I measured the width at 23" which is 58cm. Is there any way they are NOT the alu version? I plan to sell them and I do not want to list them incorrectly.

thanks!

[cyclotourist]

Put a magnet on it to find out.

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David

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[Justin August]

If you like it then you shoulda put a magnet on it.

-J-yonce

[Joe Bernard]

Are there black hash marks in the clamping area? My vague recollection is the alu version has them, the steel does not.

[frank_a]

 The aluminum model has a red circular sticker near the clamp area that reads heat treated, although perhaps that is missing from yours. The aluminum model is rather light and has a brighter finish than the chromoly which has more of a soft, satin finish.

 I concur with Joe B, the aluminum bar has hash marks at the clamping area, although they seem to disappear quickly if you change out the bars a few times.

 All of the Nitto/Rivendell albatross bars I have owned have a model number and a width designation at the end or ends of the bar. 

 - Frank

[Kevin Abbott]

Why didn"t I think of that? Turns out they're steel despite the extra width. 

Thanks!

[cyclot...@gmail.com]

Success!!!! :-)