Mark A. Perkins wrote:
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> In '77, a KLEIN Team Super (with Weyless seatpost, Campy SR headset, and
> their (KLEIN's) pressed-in, sealed-bearing bottom bracket) could be had
> for $460 suggested retail. During the next couple of years, the price
> went up to $2200 for the same package. I believe the price on the very
> beautiful, orange, Richard Sachs frame and fork only, that was hanging up
> at The Wheelsmith at the same time, was $475.
I ordered a custom Mario Confente (frame and fork) in 1977 for $425; lot of money back then.
Chuck Schmidt
South Pasadena, California