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Ah sorry, yes I see it now. I meant 5mm. I'll edit it 👍🏼

Thanks, I thought the same but it isn't the 'standard' Campagnolo part (the guy in Pinarello has hundreds of those). This needs to fit a 5mm ID cable stop, so 4mm would be too small. I think!

I would but this bike is my 5th, so there's no urgency to get it ready. I just fancied having a ride on it as the weather in Italy is now very good.

It's funny how these small parts can be such an Achilles' heel when restoring old bikes. I thought it was a miracle that I could acquire the various pieces I needed previously (brake clamp bolt, chainring bolts, sunken brake nuts in differing lengths) but then this comes along, the most innocuous of all, and it has stumped me... for now.

@190-215GPa Dave, the ferrules arrived today and I took them straight to the Pinarello garage. Thanks so much for sending them, it was very kind and your note made my day!

However, they aren't the correct type. It is my fault. After trying not to weep uncontrollably and having now consoled myself, I have discovered that there are two forms of these different Cinelli diver's helmet braze-ons. For anyone who may have this issue in the future, I've attached a handy image.

Of course, mine is the 5mm internal diameter type, and of course, these are as rare as it gets. I found a few photos (attached) to show the exact form of ferrule needed - notice the shape is different from the others, with a shorter insert and slight curve at the end.

I may have found one in Germany, but until the seller confirms the diameter, the bike remains with Pinarello.

@Tracks I used Express Imaging on City Road for several years, and also Davies Colour on East Tyndall Street, which is a Pro Lab. For snaps I think the former is fine, for anything serious I'd use the latter.

Why would anyone throw something like that away? I love the paint! Looks in great condition too. Deda Murex stem would imply a late 1990s early 2000s frame so I'd keep it retro, and silver.

Now this is a long shot, but you don't remember which size worked on your Fondriest? I assume it would be the same size I need.

Thanks, I found a handful of others (not my hand) but they're all too large. The Campagnolo ferrule is 4mm, the diameter of the cable stop is 5mm. So every one the LBS has is too small. Driving me mad now! I'm 99% sure I need one with a 5mm inner diameter.

*edited to correct typo

Thanks, I'm completely bemused by the whole situation to be honest, as the LBS are convinced I need a ferrule without the stepdown, but I am (perhaps with a little less conviction) sure it needs the stepdown type. However, they've tried with a bucket of ferrules (literally) and none fit. So maybe they are right?

Did you get a chance to measure it so I can go back and tell them to eat shit find a suitable alternative online?

OK, I've spent far too long looking at these bloody things today, but I think this is what is needed. A 5mm, non stepdown ferrule (for gear cables). This is a Shimano SP50:

As I've written that it doesn't seem right. Everyone else on the internet seems certain it needs a 4mm step down ferrule. I can't see how the type above would fit.

The problem is that the ferrule is too narrow, as opposed to too wide, so it won't seat in the cable stop correctly. LBS had hundreds but none the correct size (all too large).

It's never simple. None of the ferrules fit this little bastard.

Anyone know a source of alternatives?

I don't think I'll be able to check until I get the cables installed and add some tension, at the moment it's only 'draped' over the cogs. I'm not certain about the transition with the bars/hoods either. The angle of the photo is misleading but I want to nail it before wrapping the bars.

OK, been very slow progress over the last fortnight. Thought 25mm tyres wouldn't fit and I'm glad I ordered 23mm as they aren't exactly roomy. Whacked on some old Look pedals and bought some bar tape (white). Waiting on the cables and then I'll be ready to make any final adjustments.

Beautiful video, thanks!

Cheers Phil, I will have to check but I have a feeling 25c won't fit and the Vittoria Rubino Pro only seem to come in that size. Any other suggestions for 23c tyres? (don't have to be gumwall). I'd like to pay less than €30 per tyre if I can...

OK, we're making progress. Managed to track down the brake clamp bolt and have also installed a 12-25 Campagnolo cassette. While I was at it, and for reasons known only to me, I serviced the rear hub and rebuilt it. Much better design compared with the Shimano Ultegra hub I attempted last year. Photos to follow tomorrow.

So, the important part - tyres. Was thinking gumwalls but don't want to spend a lot. I think 700 x 25c would be pushing it, so I guess 23c would be the safest option. Anyone got any ideas?

One problem down, another appears.

....there is clearance! The small ring is very close to the frame though.

@sharpeleven I owe you a beer! In my excitement to get the bike put together I hadn't noticed that the big ring was incorrectly mounted - well spotted and thank you. I've corrected it and now...

I notice the older Daytona bottom bracket had a choice of 111mm and 115mm spindle lengths. This (brand new) Centaur one is 111mm. Could I be that unfortunate and this frame needs the 115mm? @macaroon this is exactly what you were referring to, isn't it?

OK. I seem to have encountered my first issue. The new bottom bracket has been installed and unless I am being a total idiot (quite possible) the crank on the drive side seems to be way too close to the frame.

I took the photo in the window so I think that has made the lume pop. Here's one in the shade. I've noticed the prices of older, smaller Citizen divers have been creeping up. They don't seem to have the same broad appeal as Seiko, but I think they will become popular in time.

Back from its one and only service in 30+ years, the beater lives on (and is still one of my most accurate watches). This was taken yesterday, before anyone points out the incorrect date!