anti-gun USPS

[Salty]

I shipped a ML barrel to Bobby Hoyt. I stripped everything from it except the ramrod thimbles. I was hoping Bobby could remove them if he needed to. I couldn't loosen the screws and was concerned that I might strip them. So the status for several days has been "received, package acceptance pending". I called the shipper, a local pack and ship company. The USPS x-rayed the package. Said that it looked like bullets were packed in the box with the barrel (the thimbles). So now it sits waiting for them to open, inspect and accept for further shipment. The shipper has instructed them to open it but it is still sitting in their possession with no progress.
So beware if shipping anything gun related via USPS. I have heard similar stories about UPS and FEDEX.

 

[nkbj]

That really is strange but hey, we're living in very strange times being ruled by regulations and policies formulated by unelected bureaucrats.

Hmm, so how are people supposed to send sample bullets to Mr. Hoyt when a barrel is being reworked?
And does that mean a body cannot mail or receive a box of cast minies or round ball?

 

[springfield art]

I shipped a ML barrel to Bobby Hoyt. I stripped everything from it except the ramrod thimbles. I was hoping Bobby could remove them if he needed to. I couldn't loosen the screws and was concerned that I might strip them. So the status for several days has been "received, package acceptance pending". I called the shipper, a local pack and ship company. The USPS x-rayed the package. Said that it looked like bullets were packed in the box with the barrel (the thimbles). So now it sits waiting for them to open, inspect and accept for further shipment. The shipper has instructed them to open it but it is still sitting in their possession with no progress.
So beware if shipping anything gun related via USPS. I have heard similar stories about UPS and FEDEX.

OMG. Who'd of thunk that would happen? Hope this all works out OK. The fear and hysteria around such items is excessive. Your experience will be of help to anyone else who might of though of shipping with the thimbles intact. Thanks.

 

[SOLANCO]

I try to make my purchases sufficiently local so that I can pick up in person. But it is not always possible. Last time I had a rifle shipped in I was on pins and needles until I received it.

Lead sheets are available. Wonder what the USPO would do if you lead lined the package? Or wrapped the contents?

Once received a firearm in a package labeled "Garden Art". That was probably asking for trouble.

 

[springfield art]

I try to make my purchases sufficiently local so that I can pick up in person. But it is not always possible. Last time I had a rifle shipped in I was on pins and needles until I received it.

Lead sheets are available. Wonder what the USPO would do if you lead lined the package? Or wrapped the contents?

Once received a firearm in a package labeled "Garden Art". That was probably asking for trouble.

They'd panic, call the local ATF & law enforcement!! It would be the kind of thing bad guys might do....

 

[nhmoose]

I try to make my purchases sufficiently local so that I can pick up in person. But it is not always possible. Last time I had a rifle shipped in I was on pins and needles until I received it.

Lead sheets are available. Wonder what the USPO would do if you lead lined the package? Or wrapped the contents?

Once received a firearm in a package labeled "Garden Art". That was probably asking for trouble.

You would not like the shipping cost I bet!

 

[longcruise]

I shipped a ML barrel to Bobby Hoyt. I stripped everything from it except the ramrod thimbles. I was hoping Bobby could remove them if he needed to. I couldn't loosen the screws and was concerned that I might strip them. So the status for several days has been "received, package acceptance pending". I called the shipper, a local pack and ship company. The USPS x-rayed the package. Said that it looked like bullets were packed in the box with the barrel (the thimbles). So now it sits waiting for them to open, inspect and accept for further shipment. The shipper has instructed them to open it but it is still sitting in their possession with no progress.
So beware if shipping anything gun related via USPS. I have heard similar stories about UPS and FEDEX.

Something doesn't seem right here. I've never heard of USPS X raying anything. Did you at any time declare to the shipper what was in the package? Did you have the shipper wrap it? Did they label it? It looks like your shipper raised a red flag to the USPS.

 

[wiscoaster]

Well, I don't know what the alternative is. I've suspected UPS and FedEx as well as USPS of screwing around with gun-related items shipments being sent to the wrong destination and/or delayed for unaccountable reasons. They're all messing with us, guys.

As far as the suggestion to call local law enforcement and the ATF, I take it posted as sarcasm. It's outside the jurisdiction of the locals, and it's probably at the instigation of the ATF. So jump from the pan into the fire if you want, but as for me, I'll just sit here on my thumbs. Eventually everything winds up somewhere.