I am getting a package out. I believe it is 1 pound, but it could be a little more. If I choose 1lb, will they return the package to me if it's a little bit more? Stupid question, I know.

i've never had one come back.............

i've never had one come back either, but I have a decent scale.

might try the automated postage machine at the PO?

They will charge your credit card accordingly after it is weighed by them. Otherwise, if you drop it off, they will weigh it & correct the postage on the spot.

I've turned to FedEx (usually 2-Day). Comparable in price for us & better accountability. Last year the USPS Priority mail took over a week to deliver some cigars to a bordering state (Pa.). All they could do was scratch thier asses in unison when we wanted it tracked.

IF it's just a small package, USPS has always been the best value for me. If it' has some weight, like 4-5 lbs, I always use FEDEX. More accountability. Better tracking. And, they DON'T charge for space, just weight. USPS charges for space. A 12" x 12" box that weighs 9 pounds shipped to CA from WA would cost over $20 at the USPS. (parcel post). ABout $15 FEDEX.

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Fedex does charge for dimentional weight. They might be more leniant that USPS, but they do charge.

http://www.fedex.com/cgi-bin/crg_dim_weight.cgi?country_code=us&link=4 

I run into this problem all the time shipping electronics.

Thanks guys,

As I dropped it off today, I had them weigh it for me. It was 4 oz over 1 lbs. I just paid the extra $2.50 and was on my way.

Thankfully cigars are relatively light ... so no need to worry about anything over 4 lbs. haha!

Well, if you're sending it from the PO near where I live and work, I'd say it wouldn't matter. They seem to be perfectly willing to lose and/or beat the **** out of the package, regardless of weight or size.

At least they don't discriminate.

hahaha, looks like you need to find a new post office.