Two recent threads lead me to this question. Why the disdain for powdercoat? I agree that the black and white job on the Willier was awful, but is there something fundamentally bad about powdercoating, or just botched efforts? On a classic, original paint is always best, and Cycleart type restoration second. But I have seen some decent powdercoats that seem an affordable option for many bikes.
Charles Hobbs
Fort Morgan Colordo