mfh126":1yz2p114 said:
GoldenEraMTB":1yz2p114 said:
* the trick is keeping the packages under four pounds and roughly the size of the usps postage scale (a 12" x 12" square) or smaller, so that it can go via first class. Otherwise, it gets bumped up to priority mail rates, doubling or tripling the cost of it going first class.
Yep, I'm all too familiar with the restrictions (I learned the hard way).
And I'm not arguing with you regarding First Class vs. Priority -- your points are valid. However, if a First Class package ever goes missing, you have zero recourse, whereas with Priority you have insurance and real tracking.
I understand you, as well. Have you ever tried taking advantage of that real recourse? The USPS makes it difficult to get an insurance claim, and they can put out a tracer on any package, even if it isn't priority mail, so long as it was scannable. You'll have to issue a refund, and then wait a month or two for the USPS to give you your claim, if they find in your favor, after submitting a few forms, along with evidence of value of the contents...real pain in the ass. I have yet to have an international buyer claim a lost package; I know you have, so I'm sure you know what you are talking about, as well.