I took it off the wheel it was on. It was actually still pretty tough to get off. The tire looks as if it has never been repaired, but has been mounted multiple times based on the markings on the underside. Considering I'm the only one that has ever used it I'll assume that its OK. The sidewalls were OK, the tape underneath stayed on. I think I'm good with this, but I'll be careful. And again, this is for a vintage show bike, not for my regular ride.