The photos from this build vanished so I dug some out and they're to be found on the page 7 of this threadAttachment:
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Raleigh Professional Mk VHere's how she is now - full gallery on pg. 5



Here's my Raleigh Professional Mk.V 1978 build thread.It's in lovely condition. 22 1/2" Frame I believe.
The Catalogue spec features Campagnolo Nuovo Record throughout, plus a Brooks Pro saddle and a GB Stem.
I'm going to personalise this, and build it according to what I want, to my taste, within Period and my own touch rather than a Catalogue spec.
I could've bought the complete Campag group set 1978 date marked (from the seller - and as originally was with this particular bike in great condition and a good price) but I have a soft spot for Suntour.
Suntour has always been my favourite, and I consider it true
Retro - sure Campag and others are Vintage and Classic and utterly beautiful but Suntour which no longer exists has always seemed more "
Retro" rather than Classic Vintage or Eroica.
Suntour also works wonderfully, not as pretty as Campagnolo, but as well built and looking good in it's own way.
So I took the plunge and have bought a Suntour Superbe Mk. 1 1977 Group Set to go with this, and will fit it when it arrives.
Mechs, Brakes, Shifters, levers, Crankset and Pedals.
I also await the Original GB stem to arrive and Original black Brooks Team professional saddle.
I have the Original GB handlebars with British isle map (forget what their called).
The only Campagnolo parts left are the original Nuovo record Headset and the Campagnolo Original Cable ties/clamps.
Will post pictures as soon as I get the gear delivered/cleaned and polished.
Only thing I need are High Flange Campag Nuovo Record/Suntour Superbe hubs and Sprint rims.
So far I've cleaned, T-Cut and Waxed the frame/forks and polished the Headset and Headbadge.






