I recently got a Raleigh International frameset from @marnar. It is a bit rough with an ugly rattle can paint job, but there is only minimal surface rust and the chrome is decent. Typically, with this type I build them up and ride them for a while before refinishing. For this project I have some parts that I intend on using; a Mavic Competition brakeset that has full hooded levers with the fat adjusters and bar end shifters (probably, Suntour).

I have a couple of options for the build.

1. My bins contain a lot Ultegra parts; 6500, 6600 & some 6700 which I could use for what would be a better functioning bike. Some might consider this sacrilege.
2. The other option is to strip the components off of my only custom built bike. It’s sport tourer from 79 or 80. The frame was made by Will Sampson, who was a contemporary of Tom Ritchey and possibly one of Eisentraut’s students. I originally built it with the components of my early 70s Raleigh Competition including the GB stem and Rando bars. In the mid 80s I upgraded the drive train to Campagnolo Rally components. About the same time, I built a wheelset with Sunshine Hi-lo sealed bearing hubs. Sometime later it acquired what appears to a Campagnolo Super Record brakeset. Up until recently this was a regular rider.
3. Another potential project/option would be to build up the International with somewhat period correct parts; Campagnolo, Mafac, Sunshine, etc. Since I already have a later Campagnolo front wheel & 10 speed bar end shifters, use my better Shimano stuff to barter, trade, sell to do a Campagnolo based resto-mod on the Sampson.

My first objective is to insure that the International will work with my vintage body. Refinishing and detailing will come later.

Any suggestions, inputs or comments would be greatly appreciated. Sorry, the only picture I had handy was of the international.

Thanks & regards,
Van
AKA Senior Ryder 00