Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2008/05/26
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Not only that, but UPS stiffs the recipient in a big way when delivering the package. Not only do they make sure that all customs duties and VAT are paid, but they also tack on a large fee for the privilege. When I buy something from a US vendor, I insist on USPS, otherwise no deal. Fortunately, B&H is quite happy to ship that way. Nathan On 25-mei-2008, at 17:41, Philip Leeson wrote: > And just compare prices on overseas shipping! > FedEx and UPS are frightening for a 10 lb package. > I see less difference in the US > > Phil > > On May 25, 2008, at 9:49 AM, Lottermoser George wrote: > >> While this 13 oz rule seems ridiculous. I agree with Gene. In most >> other regards the Post Office seems a great value to me. DHL has >> proved to be a nightmare each of the few times they've been >> involved in my shipping or receiving. UPS seems to have their act >> together; yet always end up significantly more expensive. FedEx >> has proved useful; yet very pricey compared to the PO. When >> serious tracking is required I use UPS and FedEx (although PO's >> certified mail has been flawless). It's nice to have options. I'll >> continue to choose the PO for most of my shipping. >> >> Fond regards, >> George >> george@imagist.com >> www.imagist.com >> http://www.imagist.com/blog >> Picture A Week - www.imagist.com/paw_07 >> >> >> >> On May 25, 2008, at 7:22 AM, grduprey@mchsi.com wrote: >> >>> I have had just the opposite experiences. All three of those >>> mentioned by you have screwed up packages for me several times, >>> where as I have had only one slow package from the post office. >>> DHL has been the worst, followed by UPS and then FedEx. >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Leica Users Group. >> See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information > > > _______________________________________________ > Leica Users Group. > See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information Nathan Wajsman Alicante, Spain http://www.frozenlight.eu http://www.greatpix.eu http://www.nathanfoto.com Book: http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/128276 PICTURE OF THE WEEK: http://www.fotocycle.dk/paws Image licensing: http://www.alamy.com/search-results.asp?qt=wajsman Blog: http://www.fotocycle.dk/blog