I find it curious that of all the TIG welded frames I've seen, the Kilo TT has about the nicest tidiest welding that you can find, regardless of price. I have a Kilo WT, which I believe is made in the same factories and by the same welders as the Kilo TT, and I think one of the best things about this bike is the quality of the frame welding. It's actually nicer than my Salsa Casseroll, which is a much more expensive frame, and nicer than other more expensive frames such as the Surly Steamroller. So, I don't understand wanting to clean up the appearance of the stock weldments, when they are already very good and pleasing to the eye. Like others have said, if you want something that looks vintage, then just get a nice lugged frame and be done with it, because TIG welded steel frames can never have a truly vintage look.
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