Man, those are gorgeous. Is it an optical illusion, or are those chainstays extra-extra stout?

I really wish the decals on mine were in better shape. Still need to get the bike torn down and polished up. We're in a hot period right now for flip material so all my personal projects are suffering.

I at least got to (@3speedslow;)get it out on a maiden voyage with a Tipo wheelset I picked up on the cheap recently. Really light and responsive and quieter than most of the bikes I'm accustomed to riding. Does feel a little on the small side for me, though. Might be able to tweak to fit but won't be comfortable on long rides. Wouldn't mind having the same bike closer to a 59.