Originally Posted by
3alarmer
that the best Campy stuff from the 8-9 spd brifter era
Was actually made by Shimano

and is often labeled "Dura Ace"
Likewise, the best working stuff from this era
Was made by Suntour until they folded.

Just as an aside: I just built up my second Miele Latina Road Issue (the first one ended with a snapped DS DO

), and it's remarkable how well they ride for simple traditional-diameter Columbus SL lugged frames.