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   bbauer
   

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   Hey guys,
   So this question is pretty random, but i figured that i would ask just because i am begging to get to that point where my collection is outgrowing my needs (if thats actually possible). Anyways, i decided that i am going to try to sell a few pipes soon so that i can either buy a nicer pipe, or have money for my TAD. Anyways, i figured that before i get into actually selling pipes, i should first figure out how i can ship them out.
   I was wondering, for those of you who have sold pipes online before, how do you ship your pipes? What is the cheapest (while still being safe) way to ship them, and about how much should i expect to pay? Are there any tricks/tips to shipping pipes?
   Thanks guys. You always are able to answer my questions!

   “I believe that pipe smoking contributes to a somewhat calm and objective judgement in all human affairs.”
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   If I still have the pipe sock and the original box, I put the pipe in that and wrap it up in bubble wrap and throw it in a flat rate USPS Priority Mail box because I can print the label on line and schedule a pick up by the postman so I don't even have to leave the house...and it's a slight discount, $0.10 or $0.11 and delivery confirmation is free if printing label on line.

   Usually runs me about $5.15.

   If I don't have the pipe box, I use the small flat rate boxes (that kind of look like a VCR tape case)...and bubble wrap.

   Posted 3 months ago #
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   I have been selling pipes for about a year now. I just separate the stem from the shank and wrap the two pieces in bubble wrap very well individually and put them in a padded envelope and seal the edges with packaging tape. Then I just tape on the printed postage (I use PP to print the postage) and it is good to go. I haven't had anyone complain about my packaging yet. Feel free to do so now if you have ever bought a pipe from me and this process was faulty as I would hate to keep shipping this way and it not work.

   The bubble wrap I either reuse from previous purchases or I have a big roll. The big roll is 12" by 220ft and was $11 I think and I don't know how much I use from that roll each time but no more than two squares I would guess. Still alot of padding. The 6x10 padded envelopes were $18 for 100 so $0.18 each. Postage is normally around $1.60-$2.00 a pipe. So that is what like $1.80-$2.20 a pipe for shipping? ($1.60-$2.00 shipping cost, $0.18 for the envelope, and $0.05 a foot for the bubble wrap) I normally include shipping in my prices though so it is hassle free.

   Hope this helps.

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   I just separate the stem from the shank and wrap the two pieces in bubble wrap very well

   This is so very vital.
   Extra protection for the pipe and it also goes far in impressing the buyer with your sense of dedication.

   Snus, snuff and briar.
   Not much more required in a day.
   Brian from Oregon USA

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   If you want to test it out, mail me a few pipes. I will let you know if I am impressed when I get them. Might take a few shipments to work out any issues.

   "You have to be a man first before you're a gentleman. "
   
   John Wayne

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   I also ship USPS Priority Mail, the boxes are free from the Postal Service/Post Office, and postage can be printed online with free tracking. It is less expensive to ship first class with an envelope but I'm always concerned about contents being thrown around or mis handled. And I always separate the stem and bowl and wrap individually to protect against any breakage.
   Andy

   It's good sportsmanship to not pick up lost golf balls while they are still rolling---Mark Twain

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   I mail by Priority Mail in the free boxes. I too always seperate and wrap the stem and pipe seperate. I then put them both in a ziploc baggy. I reuse the styrofoam peanuts and fill the box surrounding the pipe.

   I've shipped hundreds of pipes and never had one lost or arrive damaged yet.

   Steve: Pipemaker in Training!
   

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   Small flat rate box...

   ----> "The measure of one’s character is how you treat people who can't do anything for you."

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   I dont know much about shipping, but i look forward to seeing your pipes you put up

   As long as I got a pipe full of baccy and a nose full of snuff, I'm a happy camper
   Cigarettes are an addiction, cigars are a hobby, pipes are a religion

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    I buy pipes all the time from online stores and the shipping is always $6.00 or less for one pipe and maybe $8.95 for more than one pipe and tobacco. I always use USPS Priority Mail. I always save the great packaging to. That way I can reuse it if I sell a couple. I like the air pillows the best. Those I save.

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