Custom Oak Cycles 650B French Randonneur Project.

I prefer Dammit's build. Using modern componentry to enhance a hand-built frame is good IMO. Quill, stems, shit brakes and downtube shifters can follow the chevrons.

Nothing wrong with centre pull brakes. Well adjusted they're as good / better than dual pivots. Of course there is disc brakes, but who needs all that power, it's not a downhill bike...