[Vintagecatcher]

Although insurance wasn't an option in the auction, I noticed it did say insured on the shipping label. That may be another angle the seller may be working, if the item was in fact damaged prior to shipping.

I plan on shipping the item back first thing in the morning.

I 'm sending it back in the same box with insurance.

Any other recommendations? Delivery confirmation etc? Should I be concerned about the seller receiving it within 7 days?

Thanks again for all your responses.

It's pretty disappointing when you are excited to get an item for your collection and you get this instead.

Patrick