Halo 2 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I've never encountered a competent USPS worker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Update. My tracking number no longer works lmfao. this is fucked up. did u call the usps cs line and tell them that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooks Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 this is fucked up. did u call the usps cs line and tell them that? Will do once I get out of my meeting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I've never encountered a competent USPS worker A bad local post office can sour your entire view of the USPS but there are some awesome offices out there. My closest office is terrible, makes up weird rules that aren't USPS policy, and they openly argue with each other in front of customers and the office in the next town over from me is always super friendly, quick, and glad to provide advice and make sure you are taken care of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooks Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 A bad local post office can sour your entire view of the USPS but there are some awesome offices out there. My closest office is terrible, makes up weird rules that aren't USPS policy, and they openly argue with each other in front of customers and the office in the next town over from me is always super friendly, quick, and glad to provide advice and make sure you are taken care of. Yah, the local one by my house is fine with me. It's like 5 old ladies that move as slow as molasses, and you wait in line for a good 30 mins minimum if you're the 3rd person in line... But, they are always nice and always check for packages. Problem is, my apt building doesn't have a front desk and packages get left outside in an unlocked vestibule, so I get everything delivered to my workplace, BECAUSE it has a 24/7 front desk haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halo 2 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 the real problem in these places are the customers though, 9/10 visits I get stuck behind some idiot who completely derps out adn wastes everyone's time any of you use stamps.com or an alternative? Worth it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 the real problem in these places are the customers though, 9/10 visits I get stuck behind some idiot who completely derps out adn wastes everyone's time any of you use stamps.com or an alternative? Worth it? I use stamps.com, you get minor discounts here and there. then just hand the package with the postage on it and get ur receipt at the post office. i also use paypal for shipping. same deal minus the minor discounts. only really works if you have access to a scale tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I use stamps.com, you get minor discounts here and there. then just hand the package with the postage on it and get ur receipt at the post office. i also use paypal for shipping. same deal minus the minor discounts. only really works if you have access to a scale tho. I use Paypal for any CDs/LPs I sell on Discogs or eBay. Super easy to print out a shipping label. No need for a receipt either, I just leave it in the mailbox and my mailman takes it from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halo 2 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 So if I buy a scale on Amazon I can buy my postage thru Paypal? This sounds perfect (assuming it works for media mail) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 So if I buy a scale on Amazon I can buy my postage thru Paypal? This sounds perfect (assuming it works for media mail) Yes works for Media Mail. I assume you get paid through PayPal for what you are sending? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halo 2 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Yes works for Media Mail. I assume you get paid through PayPal for what you are sending? yeah I'd be using it for Discogs sales mostly. Anything I should make sure my scale can do when shopping for one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Han Solo Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Bought a record two months ago. It came, no problem there, but it still says its in Vancouver. Go Canada post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooks Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Tracking # works again, but i was never too concerned about that as ive got text and email updates straight from usps confirming it exists. (Not that it would really matter.) Gonna call the general number and lodge a complaint soon as i get a few minutes free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I use Paypal for any CDs/LPs I sell on Discogs or eBay. Super easy to print out a shipping label. No need for a receipt either, I just leave it in the mailbox and my mailman takes it from there. i trust no one. i gotta cover my ass if someone at usps decides not to scan it. i like watching them do it at the post office and i have a paper trail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 i trust no one. i gotta cover my ass if someone at usps decides not to scan it. i like watching them do it at the post office and i have a paper trail. Same. I've had something marked as picked up before, but it never was. My mail carrier just scanned it and put it back. It was a hassle to get the post office to take it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Same. I've had something marked as picked up before, but it never was. My mail carrier just scanned it and put it back. It was a hassle to get the post office to take it. what a jerk. they love making things a hassle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 yeah I'd be using it for Discogs sales mostly. Anything I should make sure my scale can do when shopping for one? I don't even bother with a scale. I send all LPs as 2lbs. Even 3 LPs is less than 2lbs. Total cost with tracking via Media Mail is $3.23 I believe. The scale would be needed for odd objects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I wouldn't forgo a scale until you have some experience estimating weight. Double albums with thick packaging and some LP mailers can throw you for a loop sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I wouldn't forgo a scale until you have some experience estimating weight. Double albums with thick packaging and some LP mailers can throw you for a loop sometimes. This. I've had a two LP with thick packaging and extra padding exceed 3 pounds. I don't know how. Maybe my Shaprie contained lead? No idea. Just get a discounted/ clearance produce scale. Then you have a multi-functioning scale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derby625 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I print all my postage at home now and just drop the packages in the bin at the post office. It's so much easier than dealing with the postal clerks. The only time I wait in line is when I need a receipt that I handed a package to the clerk and they scan it as "accepted" because the dollar value is high and to give myself a defense for if the insured package doesn't get delivered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halo 2 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004W7IOV4/ref=s9_top_hd_bw_b4U5i_g229_i3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-2&pf_rd_r=1XJJN9876TMEF1RDKH2H&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=75dd35aa-1ab4-4e3e-b2ad-55e007653fa8&pf_rd_i=1068986 you guys think this thing would do the trick? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Yeah man, I don't see why not. Halo 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throughbeingcruel Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 If you're buying a damn digital scale, you may as well just buy a few ounces of weed and sell that instead. You'll make way more fuckin' money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halo 2 Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 If you're buying a damn digital scale, you may as well just buy a few ounces of weed and sell that instead. You'll make way more fuckin' money. haha no way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ok. Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 (edited) . Edited August 12, 2020 by ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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