Once again Dennis is an articulate and intelligent observer of what we as a group should aspire to and how we sometimes fall a bit short of it. Well said Dennis!
"A few months ago, some members again raised objection to discussions concerning framebuilding, and in particular, the elements of inspiration and aesthetics. As a result of this, one of the premier builders, whose work is unquestionably in the hot blue part of the "flame", decided to no longer participate in the list. I think that was unfortunate.
My personal opinion is that those who would choose to eliminate such topics
have a relatively shallow historical perspective. Aesthetics is as much a
part of the science as is what wrench is best to use to get at what bolt.
Dale has responded to this again, and since it is his call, can't we leave
it at that. I resent people other than the rule maker suggesting what I
should or should not be able to read here, or offer dialogue upon"
Tom Sanders
Lansing, Mi