Howdy everyone, I am flying from Portland to LA for a new job. I've never had to bring my knives with me on an airplane. I assume I wouldn't be able to bring it through carry-on and the thought of losing all my tools terrifies me. Should I trust the airport baggage system or should I trust the postal service and mail them to somebody there? As I'm writing this I think I could probably check it at the airport and purchase some sort of insurance...and I know I can insure through the usps...at any rate...thoughts anyone? Thanks...
Flying with my Knives
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NiceSpoon
, Apr 30 2012 11:12 AM
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NiceSpoon
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Posted 30 April 2012 - 11:41 AM
Have you used them before for this purpose? I've never actually used FedEX...only USPS (meh) UPS ($$$) and DHL (shit).
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Posted 30 April 2012 - 11:42 AM
not for knives, but plenty of precious stuff, eg my golf clubs
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Posted 30 April 2012 - 11:55 AM
I've Fedexed carving tools (essentially, fancy knives) before with no problems.
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Posted 30 April 2012 - 11:56 AM
Ship them by FedEx or UPS - do NOT trust them to checked baggage.
I never lost my own knives but did have a gift set, packed inside a large suitcase, covered with clothing and etc., stolen when I flew from L.A. to Chicago. A camera was also taken.
I never lost my own knives but did have a gift set, packed inside a large suitcase, covered with clothing and etc., stolen when I flew from L.A. to Chicago. A camera was also taken.
Edited by andiesenji, 30 April 2012 - 12:01 PM.
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Posted 30 April 2012 - 03:11 PM
Definitely fedex or UPS. Depending on whats in your bag, it might be worth the extra couple of dollars to insure it just for your piece of mind even though Ive never had them lose any of my packages.
