Originally Posted by Andy_K

I can't find a date code on the brakes, so I was trusting VeloBase which says they're from the 80's. The serial number on the frame says it was built in 1976 (as does the date code on the crankset). Were the Dia Compe G brakes available then?

Frankly, there are very few side pull brakes that I've been happy with -- Campy Nuovo/Super Record, SunTour Superbe, and that's about it. I'm spoiled by the high mechanical advantage of dual pivot brakes.