I will package the item to prevent water damage before shipping. When shipping, I may push out the air by hand, and the box or bag may become very full. If you are concerned about this, please refrain from purchasing. This is a prize item, so please consider purchasing with the understanding that even if it is new and unused, there may be initial scratches, arm scratches, scratches from falling, dirt on the inside of the machine or at the exit, loose stitching, etc. If you are looking for perfection or are very particular, please refrain from purchasing.