Originally Posted by Bonzo Banana

UP close does the rim surface look the same as stock images of the wheels online, did they look correctly machined or are they too coarse or too smooth?

How about the seam/join on the rim surface was that ok if that is not level it can act as a slicer for your brake pads. Best of luck anyway, sounds like a genuine fault but buying internationally has caused a frustrating delay but hopefully when they do arrive in the UK you will get a prompt refund.