The item will be packaged to prevent water damage, with cardboard to fill any gaps, and shipped in a cardboard box. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about tears, dents, scratches, or scuffs acquired during the item's acquisition. In the unlikely event of obvious damage or defects to the product itself, please contact the manufacturer. To ensure a smooth transaction, we appreciate your understanding and cooperation with the above. If paying at a convenience store, please let us know the date in the comments.