The other possible factor is pilot error -- one should never downshift into first gear at a moderate to high speed. I mix and mismatch components quite freely, and I never have problems with overshift. I can, however, make the "wrong" chain skate over a somewhat worn freewheel with a 1- or 2-tooth progression.
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069