I've found that width is less of an issue for me than the bar shape. The reach in particular has an impact on where I can place my hands comfortably. It used to be, however, that any bar of any shape or size was cool. These days with OA in the hands, that's much less true.
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Favorite rides in the stable: Indy Fab CJ Ti - Colnago MXL - S-Works Roubaix - Habanero Team Issue - Jamis Eclipse carbon/831