Payment sent, however we got caught up in this 60-day rule for transfers.
Unfortunately the domain had only been registered for about 30 days so we have to wait another 30 until the registrar will release it and allow the transfer. No push was available.
Though a frustrating hurdle, wasabinut (Robert) has been more than helpful in trying to rectify the situation. I've developed a level of trust with him that I am happy to leave the payment as sent and wait the 30 days to complete the transaction.