Well, you see that's my '71 Tour de France.

Here is my '71 Super Corsa, essentially NOS, ready for it's shake down cruise. Yes, handlebars are now taped and better angled.



So, looking at my poor, beat-up TdF makes me feel bad. I love that bike, and I think a proper refinish has been earned.

I do respect the "earned patina" argument, but she just looks beat. I'm thinking a special refurbishment is in order, no?