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@mongrel
It's such a nice old frame i realise the right thing to would be to restore with nice old Campy groupset, but i'm going to convert it to fixed. I'm not gonna touch the braize-ons so will leave the option open for a later date.
So going to convert to fixed. I want to use components that don't look too garish or out of place next to a vintage frame, but at the same time rock solid - the most important thing to me about this bike is that it rides really well.
This is my first full build - have just tinkered for years up til now so looking forward to getting properly stuck in. Will try not to ask too many questions.
It's 126mm spacing so was thinking of using a 120mm hub with spacers - 2 x 3mm on on each side should do it shouldn't it?
Want to keep the wheels matched to the chrome as much as possible - would like something deep v in silver. Silver velocity perhaps - do like the look of those campagnolo shamals. Laced to reliable hubs that aren't too garish or anything. Classy looking.
Any thoughts on stems? Haven't looked into this that much yet...
Drop handlebars. And I'll be running a front brake only. Was thinking a modern Campagnolo as I love the feel of these.