[Woodcarver] Question about flying with carving tools?

[Joe Dillett]

Hi Jantu,

I fly with carving tools all the time and what people are saying is true. 

We have a considerable investment in our tools so I also suggest that you check into additional insurance. My business insurance, for no additional cost, puts an extra $1,000 insurance on my tools when I travel. I have not checked into Homeowners or Renters insurance to see if for a small extra charge you can get your tools insured. I think it would be worth a phone call. Imagine if your tools got lost how much it would take to replace them.

If your tools get lost or rerouted the airlines have time, I think 30 days, to locate them before any insurance can be collected. If you are traveling to teach a seminar and your tools arrive a few days late it would really put you in a bind. I checked into purchasing on-time insurance  to insure that the tools would be there in time for the seminar and it was too costly so, in those cases, I ship them UPS insured for next day. It's also a bit costly but worth the peace of mind.

Joe Dillett
The Carving Shop
645 E. LaSalle St. Suite 3
Somonauk, IL. 60552

(815) 498-9290 phone
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http://www.thecarvingshop.net [business web site]
http://www.carvingmagazine.com ['Ask Joe' column]
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              I will be taking a trip to Los Angeles in a few weeks and would like to know how do you take carving tools on an airplane.
              Is it more trouble than it's worth? I could call the airlines and find out, but thought I'd get the group's experiences, if any.
                 
              Sincerely,  Jantu

               
              I am on vacation the rest of my life!...I live in the beautiful Ozark mtns!!
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