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Packaging - Do you care??
Ultra_aussie
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Posted: Thursday, January 07, 2016 - 07:20 AM UTC
Hi Guys,

A bit of a question around packaging for say aftermarket resin updates and the likes. I am wondering if you care about the packaging.. There are a few common types out there, but does it make a difference to you the buyer at all??

So a few types.

In a box










In a clamshell




Header card with a ziplock










Images for discussion only.

This is not to pick on any brands but to know what you guys like or done like if you care at all..

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ARMORAMA
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Posted: Thursday, January 07, 2016 - 08:24 AM UTC
Yes it makes it makes a difference, as a lot of orders are made online these days and the survivability of the product in the post is important.
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Posted: Thursday, January 07, 2016 - 10:49 AM UTC
definitively yes..i prefere the box,the ziplock is ok for PE or decal and i hate the clamshell!
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Posted: Thursday, January 07, 2016 - 12:44 PM UTC


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Yes it makes it makes a difference, as a lot of orders are made online these days and the survivability of the product in the post is important.


Yes obvious requirement



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definitively yes..i prefere the box,the ziplock is ok for PE or decal and i hate the clamshell!


Is it more about storage or value for money for the box vs the clamshell mate?
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Posted: Thursday, January 07, 2016 - 03:17 PM UTC

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Is it more about storage or value for money for the box vs the clamshell mate?


Is more about storage,it take to much space,you can't pile up....yes i have some problem with compulsive Shopping! ,and i dont not how to explain but i prefere the cardboard to plastic like i prefere a paper book to a digital one...
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Posted: Thursday, January 07, 2016 - 05:07 PM UTC
For me there are several aspects. Most important is that the parts don't get damaged in transport. For that aspect it depends what you're packaging. If it's something that easily breaks obviously I'd prefer the box or clamshell.

Second is the presentation. Personally I like the box better as the presentation method. But I wouldn't decide not to buy a product just because it's in a clamshell. If I had the choice between the same product in two types of packaging with the same price I would prefer the box. Stashes better an you keep the overview better than if it needs to be stored in a drawer ro so...

When it comes to boxes I like the ones with a proper lid or in the examples above like the Legend example. I don't like side opening boxes but I realize that these will be cheaper for the manufacturer.

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Posted: Friday, January 08, 2016 - 02:46 AM UTC

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For me there are several aspects. Most important is that the parts don't get damaged in transport. For that aspect it depends what you're packaging. If it's something that easily breaks obviously I'd prefer the box or clamshell.

Second is the presentation. Personally I like the box better as the presentation method. But I wouldn't decide not to buy a product just because it's in a clamshell. If I had the choice between the same product in two types of packaging with the same price I would prefer the box. Stashes better an you keep the overview better than if it needs to be stored in a drawer ro so...

When it comes to boxes I like the ones with a proper lid or in the examples above like the Legend example. I don't like side opening boxes but I realize that these will be cheaper for the manufacturer.



Yep...i quote every single word of my compatriot!...
SSGToms
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Posted: Friday, January 08, 2016 - 03:58 AM UTC
If I spend $70 on a resin set, I don't mind a $2 box to ensure all intact parts.
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Posted: Friday, January 08, 2016 - 04:52 AM UTC
Whatever the packaging, it needs to protect the contents, such as a sturdy box with bubble wrap for resin parts, or a zip-lock bag with a stiff card for PE. I received a 1/72 Resin and PE Detail set from Flyhawk Model that came in small zip-lock baggies packed in a small plastic box! (image from Scalemates.com):



For me, color pictures of the unpainted but assembled item can be very helpful, as many instructions are simple line drawings that can be confusing or unclear for assembly. Of course, some manufacturers provide instructions with pictures for the assembly, and/or even a CD with images, so it just depends on what you want to provide.

I agree with the others concerning stackability of boxes versus clam-shell containers, but that's not a big problem, as a number of the AM Detail items I've obtained I place in the box of the kit they will be used on.

Just my thoughts.
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Posted: Friday, January 08, 2016 - 05:13 AM UTC
I just received a Legend Productions set. The box and internal packaging are ideal as they protect the contents in shipping. I have received items in blister packs and bags before and they have arrived broken.
Ultra_aussie
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Posted: Friday, January 08, 2016 - 02:51 PM UTC
Thanks for the feedback fellas! Protection is a must as always so all good there..but, Good to hear the points of view and what might be wanted and what is liked. The stash storage is something that is always there so I understand the boxing need or desire.


Happy to hear more feedback while I am in this stage of planning.

AFV guys something new coming for you guys soon! More to be shared in time
gloucesternige
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Posted: Sunday, January 10, 2016 - 04:43 AM UTC
I hate it when you buy expensive resin conversions/updates sets and they arrive loosely packed in bags in a box. Aires is a prime example of this.

I wish the AM producers would take on board that we pay a lot of money for these parts so expect decent packaging.
mmeier
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Posted: Sunday, January 10, 2016 - 10:39 PM UTC
I have always liked the box and packaging Legend is using. Sturdy, easy to open/access the goods and re-useable as a storage box after the parts have been put to use.

At the same time "this is not a Manfrotto". Meaning they are not sending a 50x5cm 680B Aluminium Monopod (10kg capacity, doubles as a maul) packed in a 10x10x60cm sturdy box filled with bubble wrap in a 100x50x50 super-sturdy box filled with packaging flakes.
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Posted: Friday, January 15, 2016 - 05:45 PM UTC
As said protection of contents is priority, with that said any item (i.e fragile, resin) that can be dented or damaged should be in a box or clamshell, while clamshells are sometimes a pain in the a*s they are very protective. Resin or plastics should Not be packaged in bags and cardstock.
- John
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Posted: Friday, January 15, 2016 - 05:57 PM UTC
Top opening sturdy box that can stack well in the stash so I don't have to play stash Tetris when I add/remove a kit.

https://www.scalemates.com/profiles/mate.php?id=10508&p=albums&album=10128#2


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