Thanks @dirttorpedo (I read that as "Dirt or Pedo" at first... gnarly!) but it's a rigid fork up front, so the Rooster won't do me any good. Appreciate the offer tho!
After some constructive feedback, digging in the bin and receiving the last bits for my Romax, I was able to finish it up yesterday. It’s feeling resolved and rides wonderfully. Here are the final specs:
Frame: 1990 Brodie Romax (paint by Art Department)
Fork: Brodie GatorBlade
Headset: Shimano XT M735
Stem: Brodie ICR fillet brazed (paint by Toxic Harold)
Handlebar: Brodie Superlight
Bar Ends: Brodie LoveHandles
Grips: ODI Attack John Tomac
