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How To Safely Ship Cartridges For Retip

Now I am not worried about securing them in the box, I got that part down.

What I am worried about is safe and timely arrival. I am shipping a Transfiguration Proteus and ZYX 4D for replacement diamonds, probably to VAS. The MSRP of these two cartridges was $10k when new, in used condition certainly the value is lower. But if they are lost I would essentially spend equivalent to MSRP for like replacements.

How do you ship and insure high dollar items such as this? Given the recent news about USPS I am hesitant. Although I was thinking of using a registered parcel, but I don’t think I can insure for a significant amount. FED EX is what I typically use, but their capacity seems to be maxed out these days, and packaging takes some odd routes.

Anyone have any tips they are willing to share about sending a small and light but high value package these days?
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oldhvymec
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You could fly them to be repaired, and drop them off yourself. The way you're talking, it may cost less.

I think if you overnight the package and write fragile, glass, handle with care. You might be surprised. You won't have to worry for more than one or two days too.

I went through the same thing with Soundsmith. Everything worked out perfect. Mine were hand made carts from the 70s. They fixed them right up and sent them back USPS. Carts and Tubes, it seems they all prefer USPS, 9 out of 10 times.

300 + deliveries to my house last year before Christmas alone. Other than a late arrival or two, not a single package was lost.. NOT ONE... Amazon, Target, EBay, and 2 or 3 more. I even ordered underwear and had a pair tombstones delivered.

Regards
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