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TooWoundUp · 31 July 2021, 02:39 AM

I am the proud new owner of a 3700, my first ever Patek! - currently working with my dealer to ship it to me - any tips for me regarding how to pack it? I once had a royal oak who’s bracelet wasn’t secured properly and it ended up twisting in a less than ideal way. Want to ensure that doesn’t happen on this one. Should I just ask him to disconnect the bracelet or is there some other way that works best?

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sokoloka · 31 July 2021, 03:28 AM

Can always have them close the bracelet around a piece of foam or tightly wound bubble wrap to keep it supported in transit? Before additional packing of course.

That's how I've always done it.

cbalster · 31 July 2021, 03:49 AM

If you're dealing with a good dealer they should have a good way to ship it to you securely. I am sort of confused by the question and worried for you why the dealer would need your input on shipping. Presumably they ship watches all day everyday. This is a bit if a yellow flag I'd say.

TooWoundUp · 31 July 2021, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by cbalster

If you're dealing with a good dealer they should have a good way to ship it to you securely. I am sort of confused by the question and worried for you why the dealer would need your input on shipping. Presumably they ship watches all day everyday. This is a bit if a yellow flag I'd say.

He’s a great guy to deal with, have done many transactions before. I just like to be extra sure that things are done the best way possible, rather not leave it to fate.

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Tinka2020 · 31 July 2021, 03:55 PM

Have always sent or had sent in a travel box with no problems.

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jfriedkin · 31 July 2021, 08:22 PM

I agree with Tinka. For the price of a 3700, have the dealer pack it in a travel case and then pack the travel case.

PatekSF · 1 August 2021, 05:13 AM

Why risk it? Just fly there and pick up in-person. No reason to risk getting stolen or damaged in transit.

azizu · 1 August 2021, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by sokoloka

Can always have them close the bracelet around a piece of foam or tightly wound bubble wrap to keep it supported in transit? Before additional packing of course.

That's how I've always done it.

big congrats on a wonderful piece
Perhaps that is the best way since that that is how it comes out of the manufacture. close the bracelet around a piece of foam and then wrap it tightly with protective film tape or bubble wrap

jusryd · 2 August 2021, 01:31 AM

Please save us all the stress and fly to pick it up… why risk the package being lost.

Congrats btw! I own 2 3700’s and they are incredible!

gqmagic · 2 August 2021, 08:50 AM

OP's screen name is perfect for the worry wart type person

ap1 · 2 August 2021, 09:22 AM

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OP's screen name is perfect for the worry wart type person

Hilarious - op, it will be ok

JR16 · 2 August 2021, 10:32 AM

The dealer should know best way- it’s his/her job ! And if it arrives broken, then send it back. If you make certain requirements of him/her on how to ship it and something happens, then you may have no recourse.

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1665fan · 4 August 2021, 09:36 PM

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OP's screen name is perfect for the worry wart type person

GB-man · 4 August 2021, 10:33 PM

That would be the dealers concern. I seriously doubt they will poorly pack a 6 figure watch. Have a drink relax and enjoy your new Patek.

Chadridv · 5 August 2021, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

That would be the dealers concern. I seriously doubt they will poorly pack a 6 figure watch. Have a drink relax and enjoy your new Patek.

This! Congrats!

31 July 2021, 02:39 AM	#1
TooWoundUp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Palo Alto Watch: Out Posts: 348	How do I ship my 3700? I am the proud new owner of a 3700, my first ever Patek! - currently working with my dealer to ship it to me - any tips for me regarding how to pack it? I once had a royal oak who’s bracelet wasn’t secured properly and it ended up twisting in a less than ideal way. Want to ensure that doesn’t happen on this one. Should I just ask him to disconnect the bracelet or is there some other way that works best? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @toowoundup28

31 July 2021, 03:28 AM	#2
sokoloka "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Eric Location: San Diego Watch: Audemars Piguet Posts: 1,547	Can always have them close the bracelet around a piece of foam or tightly wound bubble wrap to keep it supported in transit? Before additional packing of course. That's how I've always done it. __________________ Instagram: @rough.af

1 August 2021, 05:13 AM	#7
PatekSF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Client n.9 Location: Upper Volta Watch: what I like to do Posts: 437	Why risk it? Just fly there and pick up in-person. No reason to risk getting stolen or damaged in transit. __________________ I don't mind patina as long as it's my patina.

2 August 2021, 10:32 AM	#12
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,186	How do I ship my 3700? The dealer should know best way- it’s his/her job ! And if it arrives broken, then send it back. If you make certain requirements of him/her on how to ship it and something happens, then you may have no recourse. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

4 August 2021, 10:33 PM	#14
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,856	That would be the dealers concern. I seriously doubt they will poorly pack a 6 figure watch. Have a drink relax and enjoy your new Patek. __________________

31 July 2021, 03:49 AM	#3
cbalster "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Hillsborough Posts: 729	If you're dealing with a good dealer they should have a good way to ship it to you securely. I am sort of confused by the question and worried for you why the dealer would need your input on shipping. Presumably they ship watches all day everyday. This is a bit if a yellow flag I'd say.

31 July 2021, 03:55 PM	#5
Tinka2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: UK Watch: 5172, 116655, 1165 Posts: 55	Have always sent or had sent in a travel box with no problems. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 July 2021, 08:22 PM	#6
jfriedkin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: James Location: chicago Watch: AP, PP Posts: 338	I agree with Tinka. For the price of a 3700, have the dealer pack it in a travel case and then pack the travel case.

2 August 2021, 01:31 AM	#9
jusryd "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: calgary Posts: 7	Please save us all the stress and fly to pick it up… why risk the package being lost. Congrats btw! I own 2 3700’s and they are incredible!

2 August 2021, 08:50 AM	#10
gqmagic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Near LA Posts: 244	OP's screen name is perfect for the worry wart type person

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