Thanks for reaching out buddy but when I said any age considered I was referring to 1990 to the later 90’s Saratoga made frames. I am picking up a 91 frame and forks this afternoon so will mark this thread as sorted once it is back home with me 👍🏼
Messaged the chap yesterday and he says that the bottom of the seat tube/bb shell area is rust free. Doesn’t seem to want to budge on the price as it’s an early frame. Also the decals have been clear coated over.
Bought this a while ago from mainland Europe after much searching. Absolutely love these but have since bought a Roberts DB and a Kona Hei Hei so I need to make room in the stable. Hard to find, especially with the original super big fork and bars. Also comes with the rare doohicky front mech...