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Finslayer83 · 14 June 2018, 05:58 AM

Sent the 14060M off to Rik (Timecare Inc) for a good overhaul, per his suggestion I used USPS and went with the registered mail option.

Had a projected arrival date of yesterday (12th) but the tracking just says:

"The item is currently in transit to the next facility as of June 12, 2018."

Now its my understanding that this service has some security measures involved but wanted to see if missed and/or longer shipping times is normal. I should of overnighted it via FedEx, but such as life.

Is longer shipping times normal through USPS Registered mail? I'm going to see if he can overnight it back once done.

Rolex addict · 14 June 2018, 06:10 AM

I’ve used both. USPS is much cheaper, but slower. Depends on how fast you want it.

77T · 14 June 2018, 06:14 AM

The USPS tracking system doesn’t account for the delays Registered Mail entails. It predicts the delivery date based on the underlying transport - and I’m guessing in your case you chose Priority Mail.

So don’t worry - it could take up to another week. The one thing you didn’t mention was full insurance - you did pay for that, right?

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77T · 14 June 2018, 06:21 AM

The USPS tracking system doesn’t account for the delays Registered Mail entails. It predicts the delivery date based on the underlying transport - and I’m guessing in your case you chose Priority Mail.

So don’t worry - it could take up to another week. The one thing you didn’t mention was full insurance - you did pay for that, right?

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andromeda160 · 14 June 2018, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

The USPS tracking system doesn’t account for the delays Registered Mail entails. It predicts the delivery date based on the underlying transport - and I’m guessing in your case you chose Priority Mail.

So don’t worry - it could take up to another week. The one thing you didn’t mention was full insurance - you did pay for that, right?

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USPS only insures up to $1,000 as far as I know.

dmash · 14 June 2018, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by andromeda160

USPS only insures up to $1,000 as far as I know.

Well it's $5000 with non-registered and $50,000 with registered. Now you know better

Finslayer83 · 14 June 2018, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andromeda160

USPS only insures up to $1,000 as far as I know.

Yes, fully insured!

Abdullah71601 · 14 June 2018, 08:01 AM

I’ve had registered mail tracking say it was 500 miles away, then deliver an hour later. It has some strange tracking anomalies compared to normal snail mail.

mattza · 14 June 2018, 08:03 AM

USPS tracking is horrible and very wonky sometimes

Finslayer83 · 14 June 2018, 09:15 PM

well still no movement - I'll always pay up and ship overnight moving forward.

brandrea · 14 June 2018, 09:18 PM

TN to FL, could take a few days. I wouldn’t worry, it’ll get there, but keep us posted.

rph08 · 14 June 2018, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mattza

USPS tracking is horrible and very wonky sometimes

This is often my experience with USPS tracking.

Abdullah71601 · 14 June 2018, 10:03 PM

Registered mail is the most secure method. That’s why the RSC uses it.

It’s not as convenient tracking as commercial speed couriers, but the chances of it getting lost or stolen are very small.

GoingPlaces · 14 June 2018, 10:12 PM

Registered mail is usually slower and not as accurate to track but most reliable. You shouldn't worry.

MonsterSS · 14 June 2018, 10:15 PM

USPS priority express.... cheap, guaranteed, insured, and fast.

beshannon · 14 June 2018, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

Registered mail is usually slower and not as accurate to track but most reliable. You shouldn't worry.

Exactly.

USPS also offers Registered Priority. I used it to send my Patek to New York, two days and complete tracking

gabrielnovar · 14 June 2018, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

Registered mail is usually slower and not as accurate to track but most reliable. You shouldn't worry.

this.. Registered mail can take 1-2 weeks. However its the most secure since only the post master touches it...

usually locked up a signed and under watch during the whole trip. The reason? If it gets lost/stolen whoever had it in possession last is screwed, loss of pension/retirement/fired whatever.

I believe it has the highest rate of delivery BUT its slow.... a trade off.

Bigblu10 · 15 June 2018, 12:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Finslayer83

Sent the 14060M off to Rik (Timecare Inc) for a good overhaul, per his suggestion I used USPS and went with the registered mail option.

Had a projected arrival date of yesterday (12th) but the tracking just says:

"The item is currently in transit to the next facility as of June 12, 2018."

Now its my understanding that this service has some security measures involved but wanted to see if missed and/or longer shipping times is normal. I should of overnighted it via FedEx, but such as life.

Is longer shipping times normal through USPS Registered mail? I'm going to see if he can overnight it back once done.

Registered mail takes longer, but is the safest method and very cheap to insure. Took my watch a week to reach him from the mid-atlantic. And yes, he overnights the watch back to you via insured UPS. BTW, RSC only accepts watches shipped via USPS Registered Mail.

faz · 15 June 2018, 05:43 PM

Good info on this thread. Thank you all for sharing your info.

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rolehex · 16 June 2018, 03:19 PM

Yep USPS registered is the way I've always done it. Slow but safe.

Laszlo · 16 June 2018, 03:23 PM

Statistically USPS has grown exponentially. I actually trust them now. I didn't before. But now, yeah... stuff gets there on time. They've changed their game. You can trust them more so, than in the past. Just check out Mary Meeker's 2018 slide on delivery if you don't 'believe.'

Finslayer83 · 17 June 2018, 02:51 AM

We've made it to Miami.

Now just 4 hours away from the Tampa area

Finslayer83 · 26 June 2018, 09:17 AM

Still ain't there....

been sitting in Tampa since the 20th.

Getting annoyed at this point.

Bigblu10 · 26 June 2018, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Finslayer83

Still ain't there....

been sitting in Tampa since the 20th.

Getting annoyed at this point.

Should not take 12 days. I would imagine next day or two. Positive thoughts!

watchtabs · 26 June 2018, 10:57 AM

I'd only ship fedex and insurace up to the max.

You can do it online and order a pick up etc.

Whatever you do DO NOT pack it in front of them. You will lose it.

tudorbaja27 · 26 June 2018, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchtabs

I'd only ship fedex and insurace up to the max.

You can do it online and order a pick up etc.

Whatever you do DO NOT pack it in front of them. You will lose it.

Good point. I just had to send over my Tudor to RSC as it was acting up. I had them send me their shipping box with everything needed. Had to send it via registered mail and insure it. I know it is a rather slow service but I've used it in the past with great success.

c41006 · 26 June 2018, 11:20 AM

It may be slow but the peace of mind is worth it

datejustrms · 27 June 2018, 01:46 AM

I just sent a watch from the Boston area to Long Island; the "estimated" delivery date was 2 days. It took a week to get there. Knowing it's fully insured and signed for every step of the way put my mind at ease. Also, knowing RSC requires USPS, it was the only option I was comfortable with.

s14roller · 27 June 2018, 02:17 AM

The delays are normal. One of the safest ways to get there, but slower and you can't trust the updates in system.

toxicavenger · 27 June 2018, 02:25 AM

Following USPS tracking will make you go crazy.

14 June 2018, 05:58 AM	#1
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	Shipping a Rolex via USPS registered mail Sent the 14060M off to Rik (Timecare Inc) for a good overhaul, per his suggestion I used USPS and went with the registered mail option. Had a projected arrival date of yesterday (12th) but the tracking just says: "The item is currently in transit to the next facility as of June 12, 2018." Now its my understanding that this service has some security measures involved but wanted to see if missed and/or longer shipping times is normal. I should of overnighted it via FedEx, but such as life. Is longer shipping times normal through USPS Registered mail? I'm going to see if he can overnight it back once done.

14 June 2018, 06:14 AM	#3
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	The USPS tracking system doesn’t account for the delays Registered Mail entails. It predicts the delivery date based on the underlying transport - and I’m guessing in your case you chose Priority Mail. So don’t worry - it could take up to another week. The one thing you didn’t mention was full insurance - you did pay for that, right? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

14 June 2018, 06:21 AM	#4
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	The USPS tracking system doesn’t account for the delays Registered Mail entails. It predicts the delivery date based on the underlying transport - and I’m guessing in your case you chose Priority Mail. So don’t worry - it could take up to another week. The one thing you didn’t mention was full insurance - you did pay for that, right? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

15 June 2018, 05:43 PM	#19
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: California Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,689	Good info on this thread. Thank you all for sharing your info. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

16 June 2018, 03:23 PM	#21
Laszlo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,868	Statistically USPS has grown exponentially. I actually trust them now. I didn't before. But now, yeah... stuff gets there on time. They've changed their game. You can trust them more so, than in the past. Just check out Mary Meeker's 2018 slide on delivery if you don't 'believe.' __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

14 June 2018, 06:10 AM	#2
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	I’ve used both. USPS is much cheaper, but slower. Depends on how fast you want it.

14 June 2018, 08:01 AM	#8
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	I’ve had registered mail tracking say it was 500 miles away, then deliver an hour later. It has some strange tracking anomalies compared to normal snail mail.

14 June 2018, 08:03 AM	#9
mattza "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: South Carolina Posts: 182	USPS tracking is horrible and very wonky sometimes

14 June 2018, 09:15 PM	#10
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	well still no movement - I'll always pay up and ship overnight moving forward.

14 June 2018, 09:18 PM	#11
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,129	TN to FL, could take a few days. I wouldn’t worry, it’ll get there, but keep us posted.

14 June 2018, 10:03 PM	#13
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	Registered mail is the most secure method. That’s why the RSC uses it. It’s not as convenient tracking as commercial speed couriers, but the chances of it getting lost or stolen are very small.

14 June 2018, 10:12 PM	#14
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	Registered mail is usually slower and not as accurate to track but most reliable. You shouldn't worry.

14 June 2018, 10:15 PM	#15
MonsterSS 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Denny Location: Texas Watch: 126613LB Posts: 1,192	USPS priority express.... cheap, guaranteed, insured, and fast.

16 June 2018, 03:19 PM	#20
rolehex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Posts: 1,445	Yep USPS registered is the way I've always done it. Slow but safe.

17 June 2018, 02:51 AM	#22
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	We've made it to Miami. Now just 4 hours away from the Tampa area

26 June 2018, 09:17 AM	#23
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	Still ain't there.... been sitting in Tampa since the 20th. Getting annoyed at this point.

26 June 2018, 10:57 AM	#25
watchtabs "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Charlie Location: Miami Posts: 1,534	I'd only ship fedex and insurace up to the max. You can do it online and order a pick up etc. Whatever you do DO NOT pack it in front of them. You will lose it. __________________ I have all the grails I could ever want, but the hunt will always continue .

26 June 2018, 11:20 AM	#27
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	It may be slow but the peace of mind is worth it

27 June 2018, 01:46 AM	#28
datejustrms "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,799	I just sent a watch from the Boston area to Long Island; the "estimated" delivery date was 2 days. It took a week to get there. Knowing it's fully insured and signed for every step of the way put my mind at ease. Also, knowing RSC requires USPS, it was the only option I was comfortable with.

27 June 2018, 02:17 AM	#29
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	The delays are normal. One of the safest ways to get there, but slower and you can't trust the updates in system.

27 June 2018, 02:25 AM	#30
toxicavenger "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Colorado Springs Watch: Seiko's Posts: 2,563	Following USPS tracking will make you go crazy.

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