Best Top loader

magician45

I'm interested in what collector's opinions are of the best card protector or top loader for the preservation of valuable cards. I'm told that the screw down ones are terrible. I know a lot of people like the ultra pros. I've leaned towards card savers as the cards seem to fit snugly without movement and they seem fairly durable and secure. Interested in thoughts on this.

Gansetttime

I used anything produced by Ultra Pro and never had any issues.

blurryface

anything that's available in your size right now.

i prefer cardboard gold cs1s

magician45

Thanks, I'm using card saver and they seem real good. Is there a type that PSA prefers when you ship cards to get graded?

Copyboy1

Related question: Do you use penny sleeves in addition to the card savers?

craig44

I have always had good luck with ultra pro

canyoubelieveit

@magician45 said:
Thanks, I'm using card saver and they seem real good. Is there a type that PSA prefers when you ship cards to get graded?

Their website specifically steers away from toploaders:

PSA Card Packaging Guidelines
STEP 1
Place each item in a protective flexible pouch (Ex. Card Saver I®). The flexible pouch you choose must be sturdy enough to allow us to remove the item safely.

We suggest the semi-rigid plastic pouches, like the Card Saver I® brand. You can order them by visiting www.PSAcard.com/Store and select “Supplies” in the left hand tray menu. Then select “Card Savers.”

For the protection of your items, you may want to insert your cards/tickets into a soft card sleeve or mylar before inserting into the Card Saver.

PSA advises against submitting in top loaders, hard acrylic cases or screw down holders.

magician45

Thanks, that is very helpful.

dictoresno

@Copyboy1 said:
Related question: Do you use penny sleeves in addition to the card savers?

always....card savers or top loaders. everything gets penny sleeved.

coolstanley

I hate penny sleeves. I send in all my cards with top loaders only.

magician45

Yes, I agree Coolstanley. I know some people like the added protection, but I hate the penny sleeves also. One good card saver is enough for all my good cards.