Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 3,226
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From: Sacramento, CA
Bikes: '64 Bianchi CDM, '62ish Altenburger Cinelli Mod B, '63-64 Cinelli SC, 69 Rene Herse Competition, '71 Gitane SC, '73 Cinelli SC, '73-74 Colnago Super,, '73-74 Cinelli SC, '78ish counterfeit Confente, '82 Medici Gran Turismo, '67ish Mondia Speciale
Always a good idea to do a search for "Bianchi hierarchy," "Cannondale hierarchy," or whatever it is you're looking for.
Also, it's probably better to learn component groups, tubing, basic frame construction, etc., rather than brand name, when searching.
While some companies made only good bikes or only bad bikes, most made a wide range of bikes and components and basic frame knowledge can help you decipher what you're looking at.