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Originally Posted by nlerner
One advantage of the MAFAC brakes is that you don’t need a bell. Their squealing when actuated can be heard from miles around.
Aye but they pale in comparison to the beautiful Dia Compe NGC450s!



Some of the most beautiful, and loudest, brakes ever made. See the shine, hear the whine!
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