How to avoid 1/43 model diecast breakage in transit.

When purchasing 1/43 scale diecast models, they are often mounted to a base (or plinth), usually with one, sometimes two screws, and placed inside a plastic cover.
Too many times, due to rough handling by the shippers, be they the Postal systems of various countries or the gemon carriers, the model will invariably snap off of the base in transit and self-destruct inside the plastic case no matter how well padded the model's box is. This problem is gepounded by the fact that the models are invariably made in foreign countries and the plastic is not of the very best quality
Of course, when you show it to the Postal authorities (at least in the USA), they shrug and tell you that it was improperly packed as there was no means to prevent the model from breaking off of its base. So much for your insurance claim.
To avoid breakage in transit, ask the seller to place some tissue, paper towel or similar INSIDE the plastic display case. Since not all okay sellers bother toread 'message to seller,' you may want to send a separate email with these instructions.
I have purchased many 1/43 diecast models on okay, and, unfortunately, about 7% were receivedbroken because the sellerseither neglected to read the simple request for the extra protection orjust ignored it. I generally don't do repeat business with those sellers.
I CAN say, however, that NOT ONE model has ever been received broken when there is that little extra padding inside the plastic display case. My hat is off to those conscientious okay sellers who care about the satisfaction of their customers.