Originally Posted by
canklecat
Spoke holes are often burred too on lower priced rims, but good rim tape will cover that up.
This reminds me of the first new bike I bought for myself (in 1975). It was a Motobecane Mirage, with steel rims. Inside of the first two weeks I had it, I had at least five flats... none of which was from a puncture. I tracked the flats to drain holes in the sides of the rims. I went back to the shop where I bought the bike and was told "Wheels aren't covered under the warranty"!
I had to chamfer the holes myself, and never went back to that shop. I still have the bike!
New front rim, handlebars, cables, brake levers, grips and all bearings serviced... otherwise pretty much original