I'm in central Arkansas, so T&M gear "near me" is in Dallas. Except for my 577 everything I've bought has been shipped. Picking up the 577 was a 6 hr drive each way. But I had bought $1000 of the wrong LED 4 ft fluorescent replacement lamps and return shipping would have cost as much as the 577. So the 577 was effectively free. Paid for by the LED lamp shipping charges.
I had one casualty with a poorly packed DDA-120. I now give very specific instructions about packing. But I've gotten 2 dozen major instruments shipped without damage including a 7104.
My LeCroy DDA-125 is almost jet engine level.
Have Fun!
Reg
