I wouldn't class you as an "old fart" Bob. Drop the "old" perhaps? It's a cracking machine that would fit comfortably in your stable. Another thoroughbred for sure.
Well of course I'd like it but not really in a position for a frame only restoration. Thanks for thinking of me. Perhaps dm with likely price for frame? Thank you. Andy
Quite right. yes, a substantial pile almost like a Norman castle in some ways.but subtly enhanced with arts and crafts nuances. They were great "harkers back" with nods to Early English style and early Gothic. What a tradition! Pure in its own way. Compare to European Romanesqus .