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Yes, there was a brake for the front wheel. While I rode it during the late 70s, early 80s I only rode it outside. Mostly in Vancouver BC in winter for spin training and because it was constantly damp/wet and it was easy to wash down afterwards. I handbuilt the wheels with Rigida clinchers replacing the original tubular rims simply because fixing tubular flats was a real pain. The front rim has seen a brake pad, no problem. Of course less wear than on a road bike because normally riding a fixed gear you only use the front brake for emergency stops. The right crank arm fractured at some point so I tossed it. I dont know why I didnt keep the pedal! Enjoy the bike. I'm moving where I never have to worry about winter anymore.
I got the bike when I was living in the Bay area. Mostly used in BC. The bike traveled all over but was never ridden in other places - maybe the weather was too good.