3alarmer thanks for the thread links, I'll have to check those out. My thinking is spot on with yours. My intention was to use this vintage rig as a commuter, so I can leave my much pricier builds at home when I run errands. I wanted something I could more safely lock up, that doesn't scream "take me" like the other bikes in my quiver.
gna That's a great spec sheet. I agree on the wheelset. I was thinking if I keep it, I'd re build the wheels to aluminum rims. I've planned to modernize the cockpit with a Velo Orange quill stem adapter to a regular stem and 44cm drop bars. Still considering the 3-speed Sports. Having 10-speed is kinda nice in our hilly area, but doesn't mean I'm sold on it, as I've also ridden single speed.