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I picked this up today after winning it on Ebay a couple of weeks ago. Looks great in real life, the paint is really nice and the webby lugs are beautiful. And it's 853.
As I feared though, it is a little bit too small and as such it wasn't particularly comfortable when I took it out just now. I think a slightly longer seatpost (this one is at its maximum and still needs another 5-10mm) and nicer shaped bars could help, otherwise I may have to pass it on.
Also, it's from about 1996, but was completely original, right down to the bar tape, tyres, cables and brake pads, most of which are in good condition as well. I changed the rear tyre for a 25mm one, and bought a new Turbo saddle as the seller had told me it needed a new one. Actually all the original saddle needs is a bit of superglue.