Originally Posted by
aesmith
I think I know what you mean .. are you asking, "can I tell whether the wheel has previously gone out of true, and then been retrued?"
I don't know. But if the wheels run true just now, and the spoke tension is even all around on each side, then I think the wheel must be OK. I'd be interested in comments from more experienced wheel builders.
That's right. Consistent and adequate tension are the most critical things for longevity but I don't see how the OP can know this before hand unless he just asks- and trusts the seller.