Andy Rahe said "... does anyone know the production dates for a ron kitching cyclassic. There are his catalogs and if this information is in there then please feel free to point me in that direction..."
One data point for you. A 1982 Ron Kitching Cyclassic is spec'd as follows:
Model 971: Super Vitus 971 Extra Legere butted tubing; Bocama Super Pro long-point lugs; 73 deg head and seat angles; Suntour Superbe forged fork ends; Zeus 2000 integral fork crown; brazed-on tunnel and stop for gears; Cinelli top tube brake cable guides
Model 017: A similar frame but in Ishiwate 017 CrMo butted tubes
Finish: Sky blue enamel or to order Sizes: 19.5" - 26"
Components: T.A.W. 1690 Pro 5 pin cranks; T.A. 2205 Criterium double 43x54 chainrings; Milremo "Acclaim" alloy quill forged pedals; Milremo Super Sport forged allow handlebar stem; Milremo 'Franco Belge' polished and engraved handlebars; cloth adhesive handlebar tape; Milremo 'Astro' handlebar plugs; Dia-Compe Compe G 500g brakes x 144 g lever; Milremo Professional Buffalo covered saddle; Milremo Maestro frame fitting pump; Suntour VX front and rear derailleurs; Suntour D.I.W. shifters; Suntour Ultra 6 13-24; Suntour Ultra chain; Milremo Record Route 36/36 rims; Milremo Super Sport L/F QR 36/36 hubs; Bernard 14-16g spokes; Lion PR 26 Mixed tubulars; Velox Tubasti rim cement
Peter Brueggeman
La Jolla California USA
4peebee(at)peterbrueggeman.com