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That's good to know, I thought they must be compatible. Looks like I'll go this direction then. I always thought that some of the restorations etc you get on Classic Lightweights must be a bit 'wishful thinking'- all full groupsets and full top end parts throughout-not how bikes tend to evolve. I know my Dad's old Carlton he's had since a kid has had several rear mechs and is a bit of a mix-I think he said he changed the rear derailleur to a Campagnolo one after recovering it from being stolen-it certainly didn't come with one originally.
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Sure, they’re all dead simple friction shifters.
The Simplex 51 shifts better according to some.
Huret and Benelux are strong contenders too, Huret were more innovative and Benelux are very British.