Shipping info
Shipping cost is based on the final auction price, packing time, delivery zip/postal code, and number, size and weight of packages; therefore actual shipping charges cannot be determined until thepacking process is completed.
We will gladly provide estimated shipping costs up until one hour prior to closing time the day before the auction.
Please contact us by phone or email us with the lot number(s) in which you are interested as well as the delivery zip/postal code and country.
It is our sincere intent to provide an accurate shipping estimate (within 20% of actual cost), but we are under no obligation to honor an estimated shipping cost.
Post-auction requests for shipping estimates/quotes may delay the actual packing of your items by at least one business day.
Our standard carriers are:
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USPS (Canadian & International)
A physical address is required for UPS delivery. We will also need a contact phone number for the recipient (in case the UPS driver has any problems with the delivery)
An adult signature will be required for delivery of any UPSpackage that contains firearms (we sell antique firearms only) and any package that contains an item or items valued at $1,000 or more. Buyer may waive signature required on high value packages, but waiver must be received in writing. Email is acceptable if email used is the same as on the bidder account.
Our UPS account provides for a daily pick up at our facility (Monday through Friday only); therefore, with the exception of Canadian and International shipments, UPS is generally less expensive thanUSPS.
An address correction fee may apply (currently $12.35) if the delivery address is changed after the shipment has been processed or if UPS determines that the delivery address is invalid and subsequently makes a correction in order to deliver your package. If the correction is due to an error on the buyer´s part, the buyer will be responsible for payment of the UPS fee.
Corrections may include the addition of an apartment or suite number, correction to street name, correction to zip code, etc.
If we are NOT shipping to the address on your invoice, we must have the alternate delivery address BEFORE packing is completed.
If we must make corrections to the delivery address AFTER packing is completed, an additional service charge may apply.
Changing the address after packing is completed may alter the shipping cost and/or require additional time and effort by our packing crew. We always include an address label inside each inner box in case the package is damaged to the point that the address label is missing or illegible. If the address is changed after packing is completed we must open the box(es), change all address labels and secure the package(s) again.
If you prefer USPS to UPS for shipping within the USA, please let us know when you contact us to make arrangements. Keep in mind that a handling fee may be charged for packages that must be taken to the Post Office and the cost of shipping and insurance may also be higher through USPS. (Because of our account with UPS, shipping via that carrier is generally the most affordable option.)
We do not have a FedEx account, therefore if we must process your package(s) for FedEx pick up, a handling fee may apply in addition to the packing fee.
Insurance is mandatory unless the buyer provides a written waiver of insurance coverage. (Email is acceptable as long as contact is made from the email associated with the bidder account.)
Unless the buyer has his or her own insurance, shipping without insurance coverage is not recommended and is at the buyer's risk.
Most International shipments are sent via USPS PMI (Priority Mail International); however restrictions/limitations on allowed package size and insurance coverage vary from country to country.
The USPS GXG (Global Express Guaranteed) shipping method may allow additional insurance coverage, but this shipping option is typically much more expensive.
If you have your own insurance, you may waive insurance on your package. All waivers of insurance must be provided in writing (email is acceptable, but contact must be made from the email associated with the bidder account).
We will NOT alter our invoices or customs forms to reflect a lesser item value. Our invoices always reflect the true realized auction price for each lot (i.e. the "hammer" [winning bid] price plus the buyer's premium).