Thank you for your interest in this genuine Pedigo replacement fork. This is a new item that was removed from a new bicycle prior to use. There are paint chips, surface marks and scratches from shop handling and storage. Where the paint is chipped and the steel is exposed, there is some surface rust The steerer measures 43cm long. It is uncut with a star nut and crown race installed. It has clearance for 4 inch wide tires. The axle to crown distance is 385mm.