This seems to be exactly what it is, barring the customs part. Customs isn't the issue...as long as you have the right permits (where necessary), everthing is totally legit on that side.
NZ Post is very clear about not allowing firearms/parts in their network: https://www.nzpost.co.nz/home/sendin...ohibited-items
And I confirmed with their customer services that this also applies to inbound goods from overseas: "Unfortunately firearms and firearms parts are prohibited in New Zealand Post's network, which for inbound items includes the air carrier, our processing facilities and domestic carriers. While we acknowledge that some items come in without consequence, New Zealand Post cannot and will not consciously facilitate the carriage of these items, including transferring them to a third party for delivery."
Look on any international carrier's website (DHL, Fedex, TNT, etc.) and talk to their NZ customer services and you'll find the exact same thing — "No, we don't ship any firearms or firearms parts internationally, no exceptions, sorry".
It's not that it doesn't happen, just that it's not supposed to.
Who here has imported shipments large enough ($1,000+) to require full customs brokerage via USPS / NZ Post? If they will broker these goods, knowing full well what they are, then clearly the "don't care" policy goes beyond simply "don't ask".
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