[Heathkit] shipping.. an old sore spot

[Ed - K9EW]

I wouldn't blame the delivery company.

We're all aware of the rough handling our packages may be subjected to
occasionally, so the answer is to pack the item properly.  The damage
you described could have easily been avoided with proper packing.
Short of receiving a package that was flattened by being run over by
the delivery truck, I'd say it's the Seller's responsibility.  That's
what's in my mind whenever I ship an item.  I finally documented my
shipping method on my website at www.k9ew.us under Projects / How To
Ship A Boatanchor.  It's very similar to what's in the ARRL Handbook.
I've *never* had an item damaged that I've packed, and this includes
an HRO-60, HQ-170, and SX-100.

73,
ed - k9ew

On Tue, Nov 2, 2010 at 5:56 AM, Ronnie Hull <w5sum at glowbugs.com> wrote:
> For years I have wanted a very nice and clean DX-40. Bought one off of Ebay and it arrived yesterday torn to hell. Crappy packing job. Meter broken, all the tubes inside shattered and a huge dent in the back which took out the crystal cover. What a damn shame.
>
> WTH is wrong with people? Regardless of packaging I think UPS could destroy a stainless steel bowling ball. But this was just packing POORLY
>
> okay enough ranting..
>
> Ronnie - W5SUM
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