Pre-Shipment Photos (PSP) Checklist: 8 Quality Angles Before Courier Dispatch
The definitive guide to reviewing pre-shipment photos (PSP). Understand what to examine across 8 macro angles including stitch tension, hardware blue-film seals, leather grain alignment, and dated handwritten cards.
Atelier Technical Specification & Benchmark Tables
Empirical data compiled directly from European tanneries, 5-axis CNC metallurgy, and horology timegrapher tolerances.
8-Angle Pre-Shipment Photo (PSP) Quality Verification Protocol
Standard angles, lighting environments, and macro verification checkpoints before courier dispatch.
| Inspection Angle | Macro Target & Orientation | Standard Illumination & Gear | Acceptance Pass Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angle 1: Front Elevation | Full frontal silhouette, flap horizontal symmetry, handle arch | 5500K neutral daylight CRI ≥ 95 | Zero tilt, perfect bilateral symmetry |
| Angle 2: Base & 4 Corners | Base leather tension, 4 bottom corners, edge piping stitches | Macro 100mm lens under oblique raking light | Zero scuffs, zero loose loops, consistent 8-9 SPI |
| Angle 3: Turn-Lock & Clasp | Solid brass clasp engraving, screw head bevels, turn-lock rotation | Macro high-resolution zoom with polarizing filter | Zero scratch, smooth rotation, crisp +/- 0.02mm kerning |
| Angle 4: Interior Heat Stamp | Hot foil brand stamp, font kerning, indentation depth into grain | Direct perpendicular illumination at 1:1 magnification | Uniform metallic gold leaf, crisp edge definition, zero bleed |
| Angle 5: Gusset Accordion Fold | Side gussets depth, leather thickness uniformity, folding rebound | Dual side light balance | Uniform leather thickness, folds collapse symmetrically |
| Angle 6: Handle & Strap Stitch | Handle arch curvature, shoulder strap stitch line, edge paint | Contour lighting tracing the arch | Smooth satin edge finish, zero thread fraying |
| Angle 7: Interior & Batch Tag | Interior lining cleanliness, zipper pocket, serial/batch label | Internal soft-box LED illumination | Pristine spotless lining, smooth zipper teeth glide |
| Angle 8: Dated Verification Slip | Single-unit order slip handwritten with client order ID & current date | Single take high-definition confirmation photo | Exclusive single-unit proof before box seal |
1. The 8 Critical Macro Angles in Every PSP Package
Angle 1: Front silhouette & flap alignment under 5500K neutral daylight.
Angle 2: Base corners and piping stitch tension (zero scuffs or loose threads).
Angle 3: Macro turn-lock hardware engraving and screw chamfering.
Angle 4: Interior heat foil stamp with typography kerning clarity.
Angle 5: Gusset symmetry and side accordion leather folds.
Angle 6: Strap drop, chain links, and shoulder pad stitching.
Angle 7: Interior lining pocket and date code / serial tag.
Angle 8: Packaging weight scale reading and dated handwritten client tag.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I notice a flaw in the PSP photos?
You have 100% replacement authority. If any detail does not meet your expectations, simply tell our WhatsApp concierge and our QC team will swap and re-inspect another batch item with fresh PSP photos before shipping.
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