Joyland-Collecting Discussion

[biomieg]

Good to see you posting again, too!

[Br!an]

My slipcase just arrived. It's very nice! The book fits perfectly.

[ICry4Oy]

Never got a shipping notice but mine (slipcase) arrived yesterday so it was a GREAT surprise at the post office!

[Dreamweapon]

I guess my bottom line question is how many other folks have had to pay VAT on slipcases? I've sent enough of them overseas, especially to the UK and I can't remember anyone mentioning getting charged VAT for such a low priced item. So which of these is it:
A) everyone know to expect and has been paying it, so no one mentions it
B) no one's getting charged for it (unless there's some random searching of packages)

Just had the time to check this thread as I too was charged £13.86 from customs, £5.86 VAT & £8.00 for Royal Mail to send me a postcard saying I owe them it.

Some job's-worth was on the case that day no doubt - the description was "Book cover" which could be argued was part of a book therefore VAT-free.

Either way, I coughed up (albeit through gritted teeth), and am happy with my slipcase.

dw

[Randall Flagg]

Mine had a flaw... a bad one. BUT... I have to say that Thomas from the Collector website was amazing in a prompt reply and will send me out a new one ASAP. He also, if I wanted to keep the one I got, a 50% discount. I am thought anal on book condition as I am sure everyone here is and went for the replacement... but good service from him FOR SURE!

Both of mine had several small flaws. Not sure if they are enough to send them back, but I am going to contact Tomas so he knows what the case makers are producing.

[Dolso]

Was looking for a little advice from UK based members here please. I purchased a slipcase from the Collector and have received a note today informing me that I need to pay an extra £13.86 for customs on the package. . . I have had books delivered from the US without issue before and I guess I had hoped that being book related the slipcase would also be exempt. Do I have a leg to stand on, or do I pay the charge and learn my lesson ?

The word that matters is "book". Books in the UK do not have any Customs fees or VAT. The slipcase is not classed as a book.

Would it make sense for the collector to stick a cheap paperback in the case and classify it as a book with slipcase?

HMMM... I know of another guy that has had success with that (at least so far). He has been known to put "Book with Case" in the description on the customs form. The cost of the included $8 or $10 paperback is much more palatable than customs due for an expensive piece of goods.

[herbertwest]

What about asking the seller to add a notebook / notepad with the slipcase? I mean, that cost like 1€ in any shop, if the seller do not have any at home

[DoctorZaius]

I got two cases today - both were in fine condition! Great Job Thomas!

[jhanic]

How did you get a mail delivery on President's Day?

John

[webstar1000]

Mine had a flaw... a bad one. BUT... I have to say that Thomas from the Collector website was amazing in a prompt reply and will send me out a new one ASAP. He also, if I wanted to keep the one I got, a 50% discount. I am thought anal on book condition as I am sure everyone here is and went for the replacement... but good service from him FOR SURE!

Both of mine had several small flaws. Not sure if they are enough to send them back, but I am going to contact Tomas so he knows what the case makers are producing.

He told me he found some that were done improperly in the bindery department. He sent me a new one last Friday so I should have it later this week. He said this one is in fine condition.

[DoctorZaius]

How did you get a mail delivery on President's Day?

John

I meant that I just opened them - And they are both still in fine condition!

[herbertwest]

How did you get a mail delivery on President's Day?

John

Never heard of President's Day before

[stroppygoblin]

US National Holiday. (I was on honeymoon in Disney World on Presidents day back in '92 - Place was heaving )

Edit. It was Labour Day not President's Day as it was Sept.

[carlosdetweiller]

Never heard of President's Day before

It is somewhat confusing and here is a short article about what makes it confusing. When I was young we celebrated Washington's birthday but that seemed to ignore Lincoln who was also born in February. Now we celebrate Presidents Day to honor both former presidents (or do we now also include Jefferson?; or is it Washington and Jefferson?; or is it all former presidents?) It's not clear and different states approach it differently. Basically if you work for a living you just go to work and all it means is that you can't go to the bank and when you check your mail when you get home you think the mail is late and you check several more times that day before you remember that it is Presidents Day and you aren't getting any mail that day.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/...d=pm_local_pop

[Ben Staad]

I actually put mail in the box and put the flag up. I was irritated when I saw the flag was still up later in the day. That is when I remembered...

...and when you check your mail when you get home you think the mail is late and you check several more times that day before you remember that it is Presidents Day and you aren't getting any mail that day.

[jhanic]

I just got my two slipcases from The Collector. Beautiful!

John

[herbertwest]

Never heard of President's Day before

It is somewhat confusing and here is a short article about what makes it confusing. When I was young we celebrated Washington's birthday but that seemed to ignore Lincoln who was also born in February. Now we celebrate Presidents Day to honor both former presidents (or do we now also include Jefferson?; or is it Washington and Jefferson?; or is it all former presidents?) It's not clear and different states approach it differently. Basically if you work for a living you just go to work and all it means is that you can't go to the bank and when you check your mail when you get home you think the mail is late and you check several more times that day before you remember that it is Presidents Day and you aren't getting any mail that day.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/...d=pm_local_pop

Thanks for the information

[Patrick]

I just got my two slipcases from The Collector. Beautiful!

John

Mine as well! They're beautiful.

[Randall Flagg]

I received 2 cases. I would like to hear opinions as to whether these flaws pictured are sufficient to warrant a return/credit.
Thoughts?

[webstar1000]

I received 2 cases. I would like to hear opinions as to whether these flaws pictured are sufficient to warrant a return/credit.
Thoughts?

Mine was worse than that RF. BUT... in my mind we are collectors and expect something new to be FINE. I would ask Thomas what he thinks... guy is pretty nice for sure and cares about his customers..

[Ben Staad]

Both cases appear to have significant deformed areas and I would think these would need to be replaced.

[Bad Penny]

Knowing your predilection for perfection in all things representing your collection Jerome, I'd suggest a replacement/refund would be in order (particularly in light of the second picture - ouch !!!).

[Lot guy]

2 of the 3 I ordered look similar with edges that are not clean,
I was wondering as well, I noticed my Dark Man traycase has some of the same as far as not clean, sharp wasn't sure if this is common or if I have a defective case

[jhanic]

I agree. I'm sure Tomas would be glad to replace them.

John

[thecollector]

I already sent Jerome an email offering either a replacement or credit against the damage before the post this morning. I'd guess he posted here to get some consensus on if he wanted to take me up on the offer or not. My bottom line is that I want any customers that order to be happy and if anyone get a problem case just email me individually and I'll do whatever I can to take care of you.

In regards to sharp corner questions that Lot Guy posted, these are all done by hand and the inner corners are an area that can certainly vary a bit in terms of not clean/sharp. The person doing it has to forcefully wrap/prod/stretch the fabric around the corners. Different materials will wrap in different ways. In the 1st photo that looks pretty average. The outside top/spine part in the 2nd photo shows some damage though.