Yes, I put one on a Worksman wheel. It's a very good brake on a very nice wheel. This went on a restored '52 Schwinn. I'd have to say, if a potential buyer were looking for authenticity with period correct parts, yes, it does hurt the value. If your aim is to just ride and enjoy your bike and are just looking for great stopping power at a reasonable price, the Sturmey Archer is the next best thing to the Schwinn front brake. I bought mine for the same reason as you would be, but I do have to admit that I feel like I lost points with it. I just figured it was my bike, I'm keeping it, and I'd spent way too much money on it already.