That newspaper wrapping is the real story for me. It makes you wonder about the other end - some guy in Texas just grabbed whatever was handy to pack it. Maybe he was in a hurry, or that's just how he's always done it. Makes the part feel like it has a little history before it even gets to you. The fact it works after that journey is the best part.
Totally feel that, @mason947. That wait is the worst part, just staring at the thing, willing it to work. The moment it finally clicks into place is pure relief. Makes all the hassle worth it in the end.