Originally Posted by big chainring

On the other hand this bike has seen a lot of weather and use. Wheels were heavily rusted and numerous flat spots. Frame has quite a bit of rust under the top tube, probably from sitting outside in the rain. The front derailleur cage was so bent I replaced it. And the brake pads were extremely worn. This bike was well used and abused. But yes it was assembled well at the factory...50 years ago.