A Handsome XO

There's an article on the "Bikes For The Rest Of Us" blog about this new bike called a Handsome Cycle, modeled after the Bridgestone XO-1.

Now, let's say you have a vintage XO-1 and you're looking for ideas. It might look like this one:

Here's another view:

The handsome cyclist in the foreground is none other than BikeZoo's newest member Kevin McAuliffe.
Here's another example:

Why is BikeZoo's Liam Casey smiling?

It's because he's riding a comfortable, reliable machine that he enjoys. Obviously!
So, click on the image below, read the history in the comments and consider the possibilities.

I am voting for a mustache handlebar on the original stem, some fenders, maybe wood like its bro, the Rivendell below, and a new saddle, maybe back to the original or even a springed Brooks.

I must say, Handsome's varous configurations are certainly compelling.

And, I love the coffee cup holder!