Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,154
Likes: 15
From: Chattanooga
Bikes: '93 Bridgestone RB-1, '91 Specialized Allez Epic, '85 Raleigh Team Pro, '78 Andre Bertin, early '90s F. Moser Leader AX , '85 Centurion Equipe, '98 Litespeed Tuscany, '89 Klein Quantum, '80 Nishiki Superbe, '83 Peckham, '84 Fuji Opus III
On a budget, go with Tange.
I'm convinced that the Stronglight A9 (roller bearings) installed in a properly faced head tube is about as good as it gets. These can be had off Ebay for under $50 on a regular basis.
J