i'm trying to figure something out.... used to be able to send lighter packages, say 1 LP, overseas at First Class International rates... but now it seems that there are 2 different kinds of First Class - letter and parcel (package), and the package price just ends up being the same as Priority package rate. for instance i priced out sending 1 LP to Israel and it came out as $22.50 !! but if was sending a LETTER of the same weight, it would have been something like $13..
i also mailed in person, a single LP to the UK, and again, was given 1st class int'l PARCEL rate ($22.50)... which is FUCKED!!!
Since the rate changes, I haven't been able to get a record from the US to Europe/Australia for less than $22.50. if anyone finds a way to do it cheaper.... Hell, even an LP to Mexico is $20.