I was going to suggest some of Raleigh's lineup.
I know many of the smaller builders have worked hard to build and promote their "brands," but I think the OP is looking for a mass producer. Soma has a roadish SS/FG frame and a road bike frame with chromed lugs. They look pretty cool to me... Surly also has some appeal to traditionalists, albeit in welded steel, though they have more of a presence in what you might describe as touring, and not necessarily "fast."
You might want to also check out Bob Jackson