Shipping & Handling

Shipping - Continental U.S.

Melton International Tackle reserves the right to utilize any FedEx service necessary to meet our delivery commitment.

Note: Please assume a minimum processing time (from time of placement until order ships out) of 72 business hours (Monday-Friday).

For example: If an order is placed on Monday, using Standard Delivery and assuming the item(s) are in-stock, it may not be processed and shipped until Thursday at which time you must allow 3-6 business days for delivery.

1. ALL ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED VIA FEDEX - WE DO NOT OFFER SHIPPING THROUGH THE USPS, UPS, DHL OR ANY OTHER CARRIER.  (The only exception to this policy is that orders shipping to military addresses will be sent via the USPS.)  Special Instructions requesting shipping via services other than FedEx will not be followed.
2. We are unable to authorize that shipments be left without a signature.
3. Oversized packages which have dimensional weight charges applied will LIKELY incur additional freight charges - Items including, but not limited to: fishing rods, gaffs, coolers, rigging buckets, bait trays, bait tanks, tackle boxes/bags, marlin mats, boardingmats, battlestations, outriggers, fighting chairs & rod logs.  Call for details.
4. Orders being sent to international addresses will incur additional charges - expect a MINIMUM shipping/handling charge of $35 to Canada or Mexico and a MINIMUM shipping/handling charge of $45 to other international destinations - PLEASE CALL OR E-MAIL FOR SHIPPING QUOTE.  (All international shipping/handling charges are based on package size weight and eventual destination.)
5. Free shipping offers are only valid for orders placed within the continental United States. Free shipping only available via standard FedEx Ground shipping unless otherwise stated.
6. Items of extreme weight - Including, but not limited to: fighting chairs, washdown units and line winders - WILL INCUR additional shipping charges.
7. Bait Orders - Anticipate a minimum additional charge of $55.00 including cooler, ice and freight.
8. Drop-Shipped Orders -Including, but not limited to: outriggers, fighting chairs, coolers & Gunwale Mats WILL INCUR additional shipping charges.
9. Orders being shipped to addresses outside the continental United States, including HI, AK, PR, call for shipping quote.  (Allow additional 1-2 days for delivery.)
10. If your shipping charge shows a $0.00 cost you MUST ASSUME that special shipping rates will apply and you should call 714-978-9192 for a shipping quote if you want the amount before your order is processed.
11. Orders Including Rods or Gaffs WILL INCUR a $6.50 charge for a protective rod shipping tube.
12. Returns/Exchanges - If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, please contact our customer service dept within 21 days of receipt for a return authorization.  Returns/Exchanges without authorization WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.  Returns/Exchanges after 21 days of original receipt WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.  All Returns/Exchanges MUST be in original packaging and in unused/re-sellable condition.
13. All shipments will be sent requiring a signature at time of delivery.  If the recipient address has a Release Signature on file with FedEx, Melton International Tackle is not responsible for the shipment once it has been delivered.
14. Please Note - ALL CLEARANCE SALES ARE FINAL! (No Returns or Exchanges.)

NOTE: Your credit card statement will reflect the cost of your sale plus actual shipping charges upon order completion. Please note that the order confirmation that will be e-mailed to you will simply reflect a shipping estimate and will not calculate the above factors. For complete information on our shipping policies, please visit our shipping information page.

Shipping - Disclaimer and Other Options

Pricing may vary according to weight and size of package. Dimensional weight charges will be added when applicable. Call our shipping department for quote.

• No order will be shipped without receipt of total payment.
• Melton International Tackle does not ship any order C.O.D.
• Domestic delivery not available to P.O. Boxes.
• A telephone number of the recipient is required for all deliveries.

Shipping - Bait Orders

All bait orders are subject to additional freight charges. Due to the perishable nature of the goods, a special cooler box, dry ice and overnight freight will be added. Actual cost will vary based upon the size and weight of package. (Minimum freight charge on bait will be $55).

Shipping - International

Above quoted shipping rates do not apply to international orders. Additional charges will apply.
Please call for a quote. 1-800-372-3474 or E-mail: info@meltontackle.com

All international orders will be shipped via FedEx International Priority shipping method.

Shipping - Via Priority Mail

Shipping via the US Postal Service is available to US Military Addresses and Select International destinations only. Please call for more information. 1-800-372-3474 or E-mail: info@meltontackle.com. Postal shipments require a signed liability release form. Available from Melton Tackle. (Call to have a copy faxed to you). An additional handling charge of $5.00 will be included on all orders being sent via Priority Mail (ie. mail charge equals cost plus $5). Call for a quote. 1-800-372-3474 or E-mail: info@meltontackle.com.