High value postage insurance

1g of lithium is a huuuuge amount. You won't be posting batteries with 1g of lithium per cell, @Psycho Sonny

You been on Grandad's jungle juice again? If you are posting a mobile phone that doesn't meet any of those restrictions then you've got a pretty dodgy phone to begin with.

Mobile Phone with a battery connected; standard said:
Electronic devices connected to lithium batteries (including mobile phones, digital cameras, etc) where the battery is connected to the device.

UK & International - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
Cells or batteries that are defective or damaged are forbidden. - to be expected
Each parcel must contain no more than four cells or two batteries installed in a device. - any modern phones that have this setup?
For lithium ion/polymer batteries the Watt-hour rating must not exceed 20Wh per cell or 100Wh per battery. - I'm sure we'd all love a phone with a battery of this rating
For lithium metal/alloy batteries the lithium content must not be more than 1g per cell or 2g per battery. - again, if you've got this kind of pure lithium that thing is going to be massive
The maximum net quantity of cells or batteries is 5kg per parcel. - 5kg battery/phone combo?!
Each cell and battery must be of a type proven to meet the requirements of each test in the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, section 38.3. - have been for years
The equipment containing cells or batteries must be packed in strong rigid packaging and must be secured against movement within the outer packaging and packed to prevent accidental activation.- you don't say, not much of a restriction now
These items must be presented at a Post Office® counter. - really, a restriction?
Sender's name and address must be visible on the parcel.- not much of a restriction either
Please see our Wrapping and packaging advice for additional guidance on sending electronic items.
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So, I don't see a single restriction to posting a modern mobile phone there.
 
If the guy you're sending it to does repairs of these kinds of watches, might they have a better understanding of the options available or be able to arrange the courier and add to the cost?

Otherwise maybe speak to a high end Hifi dealer. They'll likely insure to similar levels and are usually pretty friendly :)
 
Kol said:
So, I don't see a single restriction to posting a modern mobile phone there.
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I'm glad you agree. It would be unfortunate if someone was discouraged from using RMSD for a phone or similar as it's typically the best way to send a small and light parcel with decent insurance.
 
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