Hi All,
I still have my original 1968 14 inch Model 45 and to this day it has never developed any rust whatsoever. If you left it outside in the rain I would understand but if kept in a dry place (inside the garage) you should have no problems at all and as Jack said if it's used you'll never have this issue.
BTW I love the barge idea, obviously Jack's been looking over my fence as that's how mine has stayed so good over the years. LOL !
Hey, They're all my neighbors under the barge helping me !
Cheers,
BB