To answer the original question, Rivendell makes bikes that are vintage-like. The strict definition if "vintage" according to Classicrendezvous, is 1983 or older. Although clipless pedals and aero brakes had already reared their ugly head by then, in my view these also are not "vintage". One exception CR makes is frames made in the traditional manner by builders known as Keepers Of the Flame (KOF). I think Rivendell falls into that niche.

I agree with cudak888's opinion of mishapen top head lugs. They are really ugly. The only purpose I can think of that they may serve is on touring bikes for old geezers who can't bend over much anymore and need to have the stem out at maximum extension but still need to be able to stand over the top tube.