When I was that age I had an Intrepid Black Prince, no longer in my possession /forum/smilies/crying_smiley.gif.
Then I graduated to a Mitchell 321, which did me well for the next ten years and more, and which I still have in my possession.
While that one has sentimental value for me and I would never let it go I did buy and repair another 321 off fleabay not so long ago (you know how it is, it may come in handy for spares etc) and which is now in good working order. Your young 'un would be welcome to it with my best wishes if you think that might suit ? Not new, not flashy and a name that's out of date, but pretty rugged and foolproof and with gearing that just doesn't give up. PM me if you'd be interested.