Clark W. Griswold
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Just FYI they are linear pull brakes, V-brakes are wholly owned Shimano trademark.
I will say my Paul brakes are quite nice and I couldn't really ask for much better but I have heard the XTR brakes are some of the absolute best out there but I don't want to spend that kind of money for vintage.
Personally a good cable set and stiff shoes and good pads are the best upgrade to make.