Originally Posted by
J_Climacus
While I understand the sentiment, I'm not convinced that if Herse were alive and building today, he'd be using tubulars. But I'll be using latex tubes and very nice clinchers, so in my view I am doing justice to the builder's intentions (use good rubber).
My guess is that the builder's intentions were that the bike be ridden, taken care of and loved. I'd say you are doing just fine in the "doing justice to the builder's intentions" department regardless which size tire you ultimately choose. Pick the one that fits and feels best to you.