On Sat, 23 Feb 2002, Chad Fernandez wrote:
> > Nobody wants to spend $10 to $20 on packing materials, especially if the
> > item is only $20-$100.
>
> I disagree, I believe it really depends on what it is. Plus, if I
> always make sure the buyer knows that packing will be well done, and
> possibly more expensive then "normal". I try to incorporate a materials
> cost into my shipping charge, if I have to buy more tape/peanuts, bubble
> wrap, etc.
I only charge the buyer for shipping materials if I don't have anything
laying around.
No, I don't use old-assed boxes that are ready to fall apart. Everything
I have is still in very good condition and does the job. Nobody has ever
received anything from me that wasn't in the same condition as when it
left.
Sellam Ismail Vintage Computer Festival
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