My initial post, 8 months ago, was based around wanting a Fuji Feather looking bike. After having a bike shop close while I waited for a Groupon related purchase, retrieving a refund, more researching, endless bike porn, finding no completes that resemble what I want, I'm a bit more prepared to ask for help.

I know I want:

• to spend =<$800
• 54 cm chromoly frame, either track or more relaxed geo is OK (hoping to find matte navy blue)
• threaded quill stem
• bullhorn handlebars
• front & rear brakes
• 46T crank, freewheel 16-17T cassette
• deep v rims

A few questions:

• Since I want a threaded stem, I know I need a 1" threaded fork. What about the frame?
• How difficult would it be for me to put this together myslef, with no experience? Is this something I can screw up even taking my time and following a good set of directions? Recommend any books/links on the subject? And other than a truing stand, any tools I would need aside from what I would keep for normal maintenance?
• All bikes I've tested were 54cm. Is there anything else I need to consider regarding frame size?
• Anticipating the Kilo & Angus suggestions: Is the Kilo worth spending another $500 on? I'd need to change the fork in addition to the poor quality parts? The Angus says fixed only. Any way around that since I want a freewheel?

I'll be commuting to work about 5 miles a day, but will also be putting in 40+ excersice miles on weekends. Obviously no racing, but I'm looking for a quality build for up to that $800. Weight is somewhat of a concern, but around 20lbs should be fine. What I'm hoping to get from you all are brands/models I should look at for the above and remaining parts.