Keep in mind that my post wasn't designed to convince anyone that my way of painting lug edges was the "right way" but rather that it wasn't the wrong way (or perhaps an inferior way). In other words, how it is done is just a matter of personal choice. My attitudes were partly shaped by the English frames I bought years ago. In addition, there can be situations where the type of paint chosen can make the color transition cleaner at the top rather than the bottom of the lug edge. Edward Brooks suggested an added avenue of argument about where lug lining should be placed. I've seen it put several places but I like it on the lug edge with some spilling over on the tube. The important thing is really even thickness everywhere.
Doug Fattic
Niles, Michigan