"Jeff Volp" wrote in message
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And you're the fellow who suggested stuffing the transistors into a
flat-rate envelope to save 2 bucks on shipping?

I do agree that it is the responsibility of the seller to get the item to
you safely. That takes packaging appropriate for the item. And sometimes
even mandatory insurance for expensive fragile items.

And if you've ever watched UPS or FedEx 'deliver' parcels by kicking them
off the back of the truck onto the road you'll really want your vintage ham
receiver well packed - preferably with 3" of bubble wrap and not just a
bunch of foam peanuts.