The Art of Armor
How we ensure your records survive the journey.
A record's journey to you is its most perilous. It's a flat, fragile object in a world of boxes, bumps, and drops. We treat packing not as a task, but as a discipline. We've shipped thousands of records, and our process is designed to protect against the worst the postal service can throw at it.
Preventing the Seam Split
Unless a record is sealed, the first thing we do is remove the vinyl (in its inner sleeve) from the main jacket. This prevents the record from shifting during transit and slicing through the cover's edges—the dreaded seam split.
Double Protection
The record and its jacket are then placed together inside a protective poly outer sleeve. This keeps them united and safe from scuffs and moisture.
Creating the Rigid Core
The sleeved record is then sandwiched between two oversized, sturdy cardboard stiffeners. This creates a rigid, unbendable core that protects against corner dings and bending.
The Fortress Mailer
Finally, the entire assembly is placed inside a professional, crush-resistant record mailer. These mailers are specifically designed with buffer zones to absorb impacts and keep the contents safe, sound, and perfectly flat.
Shipping & Handling Details
Carriers & Costs
We primarily ship via USPS Media Mail to offer the most affordable rate for our customers. You will have the option to upgrade to Priority Mail at checkout for faster delivery. All shipping costs are calculated based on weight and your location.
Processing & Tracking
We pack and ship orders within 2 business days. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive an email with a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your turntable.
Our Collector's Guarantee
We pack every record the way we'd want to receive it ourselves. We take this seriously because we aren't just a shop; we're collectors and custodians of these artifacts. If a record ever arrives in a condition other than what you expected, contact us immediately. We will always make it right.