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Originally Posted by
non-fixie
The heartland ... I didn't find a shop sticker, but this is an indication it may well have come from the Portland area:
BTW, what's the deal with this Avocet saddle? Any reason not to replace it with a nicely-worn Brooks?
Laying idle in the Pacific Northwest would explain the rust and oxidization for sure. I'm sure you'll check inside the frame for signs of corrosion internally, hopefully nothing serious. Avocet saddles were well-made and popular, considered to be one of the better non-leather saddles in their day. If Brooks is your preference there's no advantage to the Avocet.
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