Originally Posted by
bulldog1935
I recently built up this butted Reynolds 531 1974 Raleigh International frame. When my LBS was aligning the frame for me, they also used Weigle framsaver (sealant and corrosion inhibitor) inside the frame. There was no rust anywhere, it didn't need it, but it's cheap insurance from the weather. The bike originally belonged to a college professor, and the guy who bought it and parted it out ten years ago never used the frame because it was too big for him - just right for me.
I hope this is not terribly off topic; but I have to ask. Bulldog, I think you know that I recently fixed up my dad's old 1972 Raleigh Super Course and that I presented it back to him. Well, as it happens I have found somebody with a 70s-vintage Raleigh International that I'm thinking about buying. Can you please go into some of the differences between these two bikes. I'm more concerned with tubing and handling characteristics than I am about components. For example, did the International employ Reynolds 531? Thank you.