Originally Posted by
Picchio Special
Personally, I am surprised at the '68 price, as I don't think the Prugnat lugs are that worthy of avoidance - many of the Paramount folks I know feel that a Prugnat Paramount is one important arrow in the Paramount quiver. Plus, I think the Campagnolo 151 cranks and Record RD offset any Prugnaut-repugnance to a significant degree. I sold a chrome '68 not long ago for $1400+ without the 151's - personally, I'd rather own the yellow one.
Though I do like Prugnat Paramounts myself (as perhaps evidenced by that avatar of mine, no less), I must say that the Record RD/151 drivetrain mix generally has a greater draw for me. Same for the painted versions over the chrome - the chrome does become overwhelming after a while. Good stuff for show or a showroom floor, but it loses it's novelty quickly.
-Kurt