I also think it is very well done! I think that a master x-light with modern components is totally acceptable.
There is only 2-3 things I would change.

1. Chris king headset. It may be the best but a campagnolo record one would be the most appropriate.
2. Saddle. It looks too "modern" not that classy. A flite kit carbonio would be great (and lighter).
3. The stem has big and bold graphics. Something from 3ttt would be nicer maybe.
4. Not this bottlecage. Try a campy chorus or record.

A great bike nonetheless!

This was something going on from quiet some time on my mind!
Really gorgeous bike!

Any real weight of frameset?

it's always a little difficult to build up a classic frame with modern parts. i like the idea of that classic look with up-to-date technology of the components. photography is well done, respect!

however there are several parts that do not quite fit the frame. first of all the stem is way too "fat". i would definitely go for a custom painted lugged steel stem with polished lugs, such as llewellyn (quite pricey though):



the bottle cages and the whole groupset are quite plump too. it's the latest technology, i know, it looks great on a carbon fibre frame, but on this frame with slim steel tubes, it looks a little misplaced/overdressed.

please, do not get me wrong, it still is a fantastic bike. all its components are fantastic if you view them alone. but alltogether, i see room for making the whole build a little more harmonious (= heavier though).

anyway, enjoy your sweet ride and thanks for this great photography! and don't care too much about my personal opinion!

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That is hot. I have a steel master Colango team Buckler with chrome straight fork blades on the way. I was going to go totally retro with it but your bike is making me reconsider.

Say, that`s a nice bike ....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8THAXh3geI



I know this is personal, but if I would build it - I`d change the sadlle imediately .... and botlle cage also.

NO NO NO NO, this bike is just perfect and so well put together, you are a genius.
I can never ever forget this beautiful machine.

Just....

amazing. Really, not what I expected to see first thing, bleary eyed, Saturday morning. Woke me up in a hurry that's for sure!!!


What was the total weight as well there mate??

16.5 eh??

That's awesome!!!


I'd love to do a steel build myself - and if I could get it sub 8.5kg (19ish lbs) then I would be wrapt. Maybe 8kg's is possible now that I've seen yours! (as I won't be using SR on mine - rather Athena looks like the go).