nice,
I would love to see that complete
that's kinda been my vision, don't know how practical or realistic
it is,
I've talked to a couple custom builders, one local and I even talked to
Seven about building a bike, and they all had differrent points of
view about 650 vs 700 wheels and what it does to riding performance.
One builder practically refused to build it unless it was 650 wheels.

But that's a different subject as to ever finding a vintage lugged bike.
It will be interesting to get your feedback on how it handles and how it will look.
we always see these bikes that have been compromised for fit.. ie a 63cm frame
or bikes for short people, or even long legged people,
then you see a 55cm bike for a 5'10" guy fitting and handling PERFECTLY like they are one.

and maybe I'm chasing an ideal that doesn't exist

.... at least the chase is fun