You are bidding on 15 Apenzeller Spitzhauben hatching eggs, plus extras. The Appenzeller originates from Switzerland. They have small wattles and combs, so they don't have so much to get frostbitten. They have a well spread tail, full hackle and fairly hard, tight plumage. On the head is a horn type comb with two small rounded spires and the unique crest points forward like the bonnets on the traditional costume bonnets worn by the ladies in the Appenzellerland region. Spitzhauben actually means pointed bonnet. They are beautiful, curious birds that are a joy to watch. Hens lay a medium/large white egg.
Hatching eggs will be packed individually with bubble wrap and promptly shipped thru USPS Priority mail. Packaging and shipping will be $12 (continental United States only). I will personally drive out of my way to the Oklahoma City airport post office, which is open 7 days a week, to get these eggs sent off as quickly as possible. Most of my customers have received their eggs within 2 days of shipping.
I recently hatched some of these chicks to verify fertility, however, I cannot guarantee your individual success due to the nature of shipping, weather considerations, and incubation.
My hens are laying very well now, so I can ship these eggs as soon as payment is received.
I just received this message on May 1, 2008 from a happy customer: Hi okcarla,
My husband and I just wanted to thank you for your wonderful Apenzeller eggs. We were so very impressed with the meticulous way that you very carefully and thoughtfully wrapped them,as well as how quickley you shipped them. We have never had any eggs ever mailed to us so carefully. We also wanted you to know that we had 100% hatch. The chicks are just beautiful, sweet, healthy, and friendly. We really appreciate how incredibly conscientous, honest, and thoughtful a seller you are. If there is any way for you to display this expression of our gratitude, so others may know how great a person you are to do business with, please be our guest. It has been an absolute pleasure. Thank you, Charlene & David