The new sets are much lighter than a decade ago and the packing mine arrived in would not need a skid. I took a chance and it's fine here.
I am considering ordering a new 60" tv online and have it shipped to the house. I am concerned about the shipment itself. It is not secured on a skid like it would be to a store. I am wondering if normally it is shipped in the retail box like you would see at the store or is it doubled box? I am wondering if anyone in this forum had one shipped and if there were problems resulting from the handling of the tv between carriers before getting to your house.
so has anyone have any experience with this?

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