Pictures aren't the best and are taken from the worng side but I can see enough to tell that it's worth $40 for the parts alone. The frame is questionable. If it's rusted that much on the outside it's probably just as bad inside and there is the potential for a catostrophic failure. I wouldn't waste my time and money on it, unless you're in desparate need of a piece of wall art. +1 regarding the French threading.