Freaked out about having a TT shipped

I am considering delving back into my vinyl collection. My old TT packed it in years ago and i've seen a few decent entry-level TTs here and on ebay. I'd like to buy one, but I'm freaked out at having it shipped over great distance. Does anyone have any advice on how best to package a TT so it doesn't arrive in 10 000 pieces?

Thanks.