How long to leave a package from Italy and how old is 'vintage'?

[Specialeyes]

So, this arrived this morning via DPD from Italy, and I'm wondering how long to leave it before opening and assembling?

And, as a side note, how old does a bike need to be to be considered 'vintage'? I think it's ok to call it a classic, having won Milan San Remo and the Vuelta (not this particular example. but the model!) Any guesses as to what it might be?

 

[sheddy]

14 days ?

 

[Cycleops]

Stop fussing and get it opened, we all want to see it!

If you're worried about the dreaded lurgi wipe it over with Dettol.

 

[Specialeyes]

That's the spirit! Gloves on, bucket of soapy water at the ready, off for an afternoon's assembling - back with photos later.

 

[Archie_tect]

You're lucky it's turned up so soon... or at all.

 

[Slick]

I pick up the post from work and admit to being a tad concerned there was a package from China.

It was before we all became experts on how long the virus survived on different surfaces though.

Enjoy the new bike. 👍

 

[BalkanExpress]

Whar’s The rush? I am assuming it is at least 50 years old, so a day or two will not make much difference

 

[sleuthey]

We leave things 3 days a n our house. As it will have been packaged in Italy more than 3 days ago the contents should be fine so just wipe the box with antibacterial wipes and open

 

[Ming the Merciless]

I reckon leave it 50 years

 

[rogerzilla]

My SO got it a month ago and was actually hospitalised for two nights on oxygen, so I've either had it or I'm not going to get it. I'd be in that box like Sergio Aguero.

 

[Andrew1971]

How long did take to get to you. I getting a box from Germany not sure how long it should take to get here.
Andrew

 

[DCLane]

I open packages, remove the contents and dispose of the packaging. Wash my hands and then leave the item for a day or so.

 

[biggs682]

At least 3 days , wipe down all over with disinfectant wearing gloves and no kissing or romantic stroking

Once wiped down and dry leave for at least 12 hrs , if tyres are inflated TAKE CARE and don't beathe in the air

 

[carpenter]

I think the virus lasts a day on cardboard, but I reckon that you have opened it up by now to check on the Dancelli (you have enough Colnago already )

 

[The Crofted Crest]

Douse the box in petrol!

Torch it!

Problem solved!