Originally Posted by
gomango
Yes, Gary, my money would be on you for a correct vintage assessment.
As for a number of members that do a slow build on framesets, I constantly marvel at members here that do fast builds/rebuilds on acquired framesets.
In most cases they look outstanding upon completion.
I, on the other hand, move like a glacier on builds.
My current De Rosa project has languished for over a year over final details and acquisitions.
Many years ago when I raced for a shop in Mpls., framesets often sat around for a season or two until they were pressed into service, often with parts available on hand.
I like to build a bike up in a day - after components have been collected. But, I have been known to take up to 5 years to put a bike together. This is usually due to identification questions, correct colour schemes, actual period components, or all of the above.
A De Rosa just lying around would drive me nuts. I know who would build the better, more correct bike though - you have it all over me.