We recommend shipping detachable bell French horns (that are not shipping in a case) in a double-walled corrugated box (at least 250 lb. test). It should be sized at least 20″ x 20″ x 20″ (50.8 x 50.8 x 50.8 cm). Use a new box; it will be stronger. When packing the horn, make sure there are at least 3″ (8 cm) of space between the instrument/case and the wall of the box to allow for peanuts or bubble wrap. If these guidelines are ignored, the carrier may deny any damage claims. No matter who you are shipping the horn to, be sure to include a “packing slip” inside of the box with a detailed list of the items being shipped, the value of the items, your address, email, phone number, and the recipient’s address, email, and phone number.
Houghton Horns recommends always packing your instrument yourself, to ensure proper packing. Avoid the packing services offered by shipping centers.
For instructions on how to ship a French horn in a case, please refer to “How To Ship a Horn”
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