I bought my Raleigh Technium new in 1990 and have never regretted it for a second. Never have I had any indication that the frame (lugs) are having a problem. I ride it harder now than ever, and I have outfitted it with aluminum bonded forks and all high-end components from the 90's-2000's.
It gets its first "century" ride three weeks from now. I'm about to have it re-coated for the second time. I love it.