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Finally finish reading the entire thread. I absolutely love your bike! But since I have something of a frame fascination, I found the frame itself to be even more amazing. The amount of detailing that has gone into it is unbelievable. The choice of paint is also top notch.
The only thing I don't like about the bike is the Thompson stem. A personal favourite of mine on steel bikes is the Genetic AQ stem (also sold by Velo Orange). I also have one on my Renovo and it looks very nice and subtle.
I am a bit puzzled by your choice of a Brooks Swift. For me this saddle did not work at all. Tried to 'brake it in' for almost half a season, but it never did. I changed it for a Gilles Berthoud which was the most comfortable saddle I had ever ridden from day one. I had it carved, making it truly unique.
For pics of the stem and the saddle, check out my Flickr page: https://www.flickr.com/photos/quality_vintage_bikes/sets/72157628619318141/