Joe, Amazon's merchandise can come from multiple shipping points. So far I've had better luck with the stuff coming from Jeffersonville KY (methinks). Usually when the entire order comes from one major hub it is wrapped pretty securely. Not always mind you.

Online shopping has really been a life saver for me. The closest "major" city is an hour away and the brick & mortar stores usually only carry mainstream stuff.

Usually it is cheaper online too.

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