Hi, I've recently acquired this white GIOS and I'm a bit curious as to what I've actually gotten my hands on. I think it's a repaint and the decals point in all kinds of directions but it has all the characteristics of a 1978 (or earlier) Super Record.

I've studied the GIOS registry and the article on Steel-Vintage about GIOS Super Record (sorry can't post links).

Arguments that it's a pre-1979 Super Torino:

• External top tube cable guides
• Engraved GT fork crown
• Engraved GT bottom bracket
• Seat tube takes a 27.2mm post
• Tapered seat stays

Arguments that it's something else:

• It's white
• Columbus Aelle decal
• GIOS Professional decal on chain stay

As for the tubing, it's my understanding that Aelle seat tube is 26.8mm and did GIOS make anything in Aelle with the GT engraved BB?

So would it be wrong to assume that this is a 1978 or earlier GIOS Torino Super Record with Columbus SL tubing? Or is it just wishful thinking?