shipping an old Rick overseas?

[jwise]

Hi Paul-
I was hoping you might help me. I might be selling my old Rick (67 365) to a buyer in the UK, and I live in the US. What precautions should I take in the shipping proceedure? I don't want the checking already present in the finish to get any worse. I know the cold of flight would not be really good for it, but could one trip cause damage?

Thanks for all you help on this forum- John

[jingle_jangle]

Pack it well. Double box if at all possible, with a minimum of 1" space on the sides and 2" top and bottom. Use a dense filler like Bubble-wrap or lots of crumpled newspaper. Do not use foam peanuts if you can help it. Tape well. Make sure the guitar is well-cushioned inside the case! The old-style cases allow too much movement. Bubble-wrap the guitar, fill around it with old clothing or soft cloths so the case is well-filled.

Tell the person on the receiving end to wait 24 hours before unpacking to minimize thermal shock, but only if the box is cold inside when it's opened.

[jwise]

Thanks Paul- I appreciate it. Perfect info!!

[scott_s]

Why not make a trip of it?

- Scott

[jwise]

Why not make a trip of it?

- Scott

I've actually thought about that!! It's going to cost the buyer $300 for shipping and insurance. So- I bet I can get a round trip flight for near $500, getting a trip to the UK for $175!! I'm seriously thinking about it. Can you gate check a guitar?