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Looking to get a new fork for my Argos as the stock fork won't allow for brake caliper, 28c or a raceblade (my commuter innit). It's a slightly odd one as Argos have suggested it might actually be an Andy Powell frame and it was resprayed by Bob Jackson! I've had a chat with the latter and as they most likely have the paint finish in stock, they've quoted me £200 for 631 (closer to £150 for standard R reynolds) but cannot guarantee 100% match. We've talked about matching aesthetics as close as possible so only a marginal increase in drop and rake for increased clearance and matching diameter fork blades.
Does that price sound about right? Any reason not to go with Bob J? I'm London based so would happily use a recommended local to save on postage if they can mix/match paints.
I suppose the other option would be to source a road fork with a similar crown (looks Mercian esque) and get it paint matched but i'd worry i'd end up with big gaps everywhere.