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 Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2009 4:23 pm Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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Something that perhaps will amuse you...
The other day I tried to order a couple of items from MacMaster-Carr, when I had the disappointing surprise: they don't do exports anymore - "Thank you for your order. Unfortunately, due to the ever increasing complexity of United States export regulations, McMaster-Carr will only process orders from a few long-established customers in Canada. We sincerely regret any inconvenience this causes you. ".
So, I did some Googling, found MSC, and proceeded to order two UHMW bars (for the CH601-HD gear slides) and 2 x 5/32X12" drill bits.
The costs were: 2 times 6.86 for the UHMW and and 2 times 18.88 for the drill bits.
Later, I received a confirmation that included the following info:
Drill bits:
Merchandise Subtotal: $37.76
Shipping, Handling & Surcharge: $11.83
Sales Tax: $.00
P/S Total: $49.59
UHMW bars:
Merchandise Subtotal: $13.72
Shipping, Handling & Surcharge: $16.65
Sales Tax: $.00
P/S Total: $30.37
Note the two shipping charges ! ! ! I later found out that the shipping would be from two distinct stores/warehouses !!!
One of the parcels arrived today - the drill bits.
Via the dreaded UPS! (the MSC web site does not offer a choice of shipping methods, or I would have chosen donkey, or something similar).
And, not surprisingly, UPS charged me the outrageous brokerage fee: CD$38 ! ! !
ARGH ! ! !$87 bucks for a couple of drill bits !!!!
I can't wait until the UHMW bars arrive (tomorrow)... Sigh...
Carlos
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Larry Webber
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| Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2009 5:20 pm Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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Carlos where did they ship to ? where is your location?
Larry Webber
Date: Mon C 21 Sep 2009 20:22:59 -0400
Subject: MSC industrial supply co.
From: carlossa52(at)gmail.com
To: zenith-list(at)matronics.com
Something that perhaps will amuse you...
The other day I tried to order a couple of items from MacMaster-Carr C when I had the disappointing surprise: they don't do exports anymore - "Thank you for your order. Unfortunately C due to the ever increasing complexity of United States export regulations C McMaster-Carr will only process orders from a few long-established customers in Canada. We sincerely regret any inconvenience this causes you. ".
So C I did some Googling C found MSC C and proceeded to order two UHMW bars (for the CH601-HD gear slides) and 2 x 5/32X12" drill bits.
The costs were: 2 times 6.86 for the UHMW and and 2 times 18.88 for the drill bits.
Later C I received a confirmation that included the following info:
Drill bits:
Merchandise Subtotal: $37.76
Shipping C Handling & Surcharge: $11.83
Sales Tax: $.00
P/S Total: $49.59
UHMW bars:
Merchandise Subtotal: $13.72
Shipping C Handling & Surcharge: $16.65
Sales Tax: $.00
P/S Total: $30.37
Note the two shipping charges ! ! ! I later found out that the shipping would be from two distinct stores/warehouses !!!
One of the parcels arrived today - the drill bits.
Via the dreaded UPS! (the MSC web site does not offer a choice of shipping methods C or I would have chosen donkey C or something similar).
And C not surprisingly C UPS charged me the outrageous brokerage fee: CD$38 ! ! !
ARGH ! ! !$87 bucks for a couple of drill bits !!!!
I can't wait until the UHMW bars arrive (tomorrow)... Sigh...
Carlos
do not archive C it is too embarrassing.
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| Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2009 6:17 pm Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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Larry, I am in Montreal, QC, Canada
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2009/9/21 Lawrence Webber <lawrencewebber(at)hotmail.com (lawrencewebber(at)hotmail.com)>
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| Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2009 6:24 pm Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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Hello Carlos:
I have been buying from MSC supply for over twenty years. Upon reading your post, I went to their site and formulated the following bogus order below. Note there is a link for:
"Change ship via? click here."
There are some rules though that you have to adhere to avoid problems.
Of course, I am shipping within the US.
Until recently, I have faxed every order to them. I have established a internet ordering account and have sent one order so far via that.
On the faxed orders, I always add the following:
1. Ship or cancel, no backorders
2. Ship from multiple warehouses only at your expense
3. Ship via: cheapest way, not quickest way
RE 1: If you let them backorder, they might backorder a .80 cent drill bit that weighs .001 ounce, and when they fill the BO, you incur a minimum (six bucks) shipping charge.
RE 2: Again if they ship your order and a .80 cent bit comes from elsewhere, the shipping charges are horrendous, here, if they choose to do it, they pay, and they often do.
RE 3: They usually advertise that they will "ship via air, second day blue label at ground rates" Sounds good up front, but you have to remember that UPS has a "premium" ground service"; Three day Select. This is much more expensive than regular ground. Sure they charge you "ground" rates, but it might be the "premium" ground rate. I always specify "cheapest method".
Other than these things to make sure shipping works out, they are a very good Company. They have probably the best Customer service around. The obviously have arrangements with their venders.
Many times, I have called with a technical problem or question. If MSC's customer service rep can't answer the question, WHILE you are on the phone, they call the supplier Company on another line, get that Company's customer service people involved, and you talk on a sort of conference call until your question is answered.
They usually have the stuff, often in 6 different grades or qualities for an item. When I order industrial items for my small plant, it is usually from MSC or Travers.
Best Regards,
Randy, Las Vegas
Quantity to be Shipped Backordered
Quantity Your Price Ext. Price 
00154799 
2 0--> $30.14 ea $60.28 Description: Tg Single Angle - Collets Collet Series: 100TG Collet Capacity: 41/64 Overall Length: 2.375 In.. Shipping Detail: Standard Ground 2 DAYS from NV
[url=https://www1.mscdirect.com/CGI/IMSRC2?PAMODE=*RFSH&SINIS=Y#row40005977]Change ship via? click here[/url] By clicking "Order Now" you acknowledge all of the items on the order and agree to MSC's terms and conditions of sale as they appear on this website. In order to meet MSC's Same Day Shipping guarantee, all changes/revisions must be requested immediately as, in most cases, the order will be processed immediately after submission. Once this has occurred, changes cannot be made.
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| Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2009 8:54 pm Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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Carlos;
Certainly an educational tale! I can not help you with the UHMW. The next time though that you need a couple of drills let me know and I will get them locally and send them to you. Drills here are under $2.00 each. do not archive.
John Read
CH701 - Elbert CO - Jabiru 3300
Phone: 303-648-3261
Fax: 303-648-3262
Cell: 719-494-4567
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| Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 6:17 am Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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Carlos-
You're not the only one who got bit by MSC. My condolences.
It has nothing to do with trans-border shipping, MSC charges a flat $10 US "Handling fee" per order (Or at least they used to). MSC primarily deals with tool shops and the like that maintain open accounts and seem to make a point of raping the little guy. I bought 2 ball mills from them that cataloged at about $7 US and was charged $16 for shipping. They would have fit in an envelope!!
One lister said he could drop ship you bits for about $2 each. He didn't notice the 12" length, but you probably could have found them locally for a lot less money. I bought my 16"x 5/16" bit at TrueValue Hardware for $15.95 US.
Hang in there, bud.
Bill
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Larry Webber
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| Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2009 6:13 pm Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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In the future if you want i will get the small items for you and then send them to you try this once and see if you can save a few bucks willing ti give it a try for you
Larry
Date: Mon C 21 Sep 2009 22:01:14 -0400
Subject: Re: MSC industrial supply co.
From: carlossa52(at)gmail.com
To: zenith-list(at)matronics.com
Larry C I am in Montreal C QC C Canada
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| Posted: Thu Sep 24, 2009 7:44 am Post subject: MSC industrial supply co. |
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For all of you that have been "skinned" on shipping by MSC, here's a chance to get even, if you need 75 bucks worth, today only.
Regards,
Randy, Las Vegas
 
Enter SUPERSHIPW in the promotional code box in the Shopping Cart when ordering online or mention the code when ordering via phone to receive Free Shipping. Free Shipping will be reflected at Checkout. 
* Certain exclusions apply. Offer subject to change or cancellation without notice. Free Shipping not valid on COD orders. Free Shipping is valid on all small parcel standard ground orders including Next Day Air Saver for customers who do not participate in any UPS Collect, 3rd Party Billing, or Consignee Billing Program. Offer is not valid for any Premium Air Upgrades. Offer ends at 11:30pm EDT. 
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