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Who was the forum member that sold the extenders for PCGS Boxes

jesbrokenjesbroken Posts: 10,002 ✭✭✭✭✭

I purchased some when he first offered them, but cannot recall or find his name. They allowed NGC slabs that were too tall for the boxes to fit. Any ideas?
Jim


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  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Do you mean the lid on the box is taller?

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  • oih82w8oih82w8 Posts: 12,217 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Neat idea...how about an image to go along with the image in my mind?

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  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited April 26, 2024 6:08AM

    I don't recall seeing these. You said you purchased some from a member here? Are they custom made or does PCGS sell them?

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  • MetroDMetroD Posts: 2,198 ✭✭✭✭✭

    NOT 100% sure, but I THINK that you might be looking for @ndeagles

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  • jmlanzafjmlanzaf Posts: 34,251 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @OAKSTAR said:
    I don't recall seeing these. You said you purchased some from a member here? Are they custom made or does PCGS sell them?

    Forum member 3D printed them a couple years back

  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited April 26, 2024 6:37AM

    @jmlanzaf said:

    @OAKSTAR said:
    I don't recall seeing these. You said you purchased some from a member here? Are they custom made or does PCGS sell them?

    Forum member 3D printed them a couple years back

    Really? Okay, thanks! I wonder what that cost?

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  • johnny9434johnny9434 Posts: 28,339 ✭✭✭✭✭

    i imagine one could make them for the pcgs as well, fwiw

  • divecchiadivecchia Posts: 6,639 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Check out these eBay listings. He may be the same person or someone who can make the extenders for you.

    Donato

    https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?item=285756057047&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197&_ssn=borup_coins

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  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @divecchia said:
    Check out these eBay listings. He may be the same person or someone who can make the extenders for you.

    Donato

    https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?item=285756057047&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197&_ssn=borup_coins

    That's an Adapter. The OP is talking about an extender.

    Disclaimer: I'm not a dealer, trader, grader, investor or professional numismatist. I'm just a hobbyist. (To protect me but mostly you! 🤣 )

  • MetroDMetroD Posts: 2,198 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @divecchia said:
    Check out these eBay listings. He may be the same person or someone who can make the extenders for you.

    Donato

    https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?item=285756057047&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197&_ssn=borup_coins

    That's an Adapter. The OP is talking about an extender.

    eBay seller also offers a "universal" lid. Appears to be taller, and would be a substitute for the PCGS lid + adapter.

    Link

  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited April 26, 2024 7:29AM

    @MetroD said:

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @divecchia said:
    Check out these eBay listings. He may be the same person or someone who can make the extenders for you.

    Donato

    https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?item=285756057047&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197&_ssn=borup_coins

    That's an Adapter. The OP is talking about an extender.

    eBay seller also offers a "universal" lid. Appears to be taller, and would be a substitute for the PCGS lid + adapter.

    Link

    Forget it. I can buy an entire generic box that holds ALL the TPG'er holders for less the 8 bucks.

    Disclaimer: I'm not a dealer, trader, grader, investor or professional numismatist. I'm just a hobbyist. (To protect me but mostly you! 🤣 )

  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Although, some people need to see these letters on the box. Like I said, forget it.

    Disclaimer: I'm not a dealer, trader, grader, investor or professional numismatist. I'm just a hobbyist. (To protect me but mostly you! 🤣 )

  • MetroDMetroD Posts: 2,198 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @OAKSTAR said:

    Forget it. I can buy an entire generic box that holds ALL the TPG'er holders for less the 8 bucks.

    Excellent point. :)

    Hopefully, we are able to identify the forum member that 'made/makes' the extenders.

  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @MetroD said:

    @OAKSTAR said:

    Forget it. I can buy an entire generic box that holds ALL the TPG'er holders for less the 8 bucks.

    Excellent point. :)

    Hopefully, we are able to identify the forum member that 'made/makes' the extenders.

    My point being, you don't need some type of extender. If you're willing and don't mind having a generic box that holds ALL TPG'er slabs, why do you need to pay more for an extender? Plus, the extender you linked to this guy made looks like crap!

    Disclaimer: I'm not a dealer, trader, grader, investor or professional numismatist. I'm just a hobbyist. (To protect me but mostly you! 🤣 )

  • MetroDMetroD Posts: 2,198 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @MetroD said:
    Excellent point. :)

    Hopefully, we are able to identify the forum member that 'made/makes' the extenders.

    My point being, you don't need some type of extender. If you're willing and don't mind having a generic box that holds ALL TPG'er slabs, why do you need to pay more for an extender? Plus, the extender you linked to this guy made looks like crap!

    No idea why the OP wants the extender, as opposed to a generic box. All I know is that he purchased some extenders in the past, and wants some more. So, they must be 'working' for him.

    I assume the OP was aware of the generic boxes before this thread. If not, he is aware of them now.

    I certainly could have been wrong about the identity of the initial source. Notwithstanding, if he is still interested, I hope that the OP is able to connect with the correct party. :)

  • jesbrokenjesbroken Posts: 10,002 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Why buy generic when I already have a dozen or more PCGS boxes and a couple of other brands? The extenders I bought have worked fine, but did not plan on buying more NGC holders, but that didn't work out to well. lol When hunting a coin you need, holder is 2nd to quality. I also have a dozen, or more of the adapters for the soapbox ANACS holders.
    Jim


    When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln

    Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @ndeagles said:
    It was me, I can make as many as anyone needs, shipping is more than the cost of the adapters. Let me know if anyone wants any and the color you want.

    Is it an adapter or extender?

    Disclaimer: I'm not a dealer, trader, grader, investor or professional numismatist. I'm just a hobbyist. (To protect me but mostly you! 🤣 )

  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 33,093 ✭✭✭✭✭

    i'd rather keep the money spent on the forum instead of some unknown from unknownville on ebay.

    @ndeagles said:
    It was me, I can make as many as anyone needs, shipping is more than the cost of the adapters. Let me know if anyone wants any and the color you want.

    ever think of doing a tall lid? though i guess the lids would be more expensive to ship.

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  • littlebearlittlebear Posts: 1,507 ✭✭✭✭

    @ndeagles said:
    It was me, I can make as many as anyone needs, shipping is more than the cost of the adapters. Let me know if anyone wants any and the color you want.

    I purchased several in the past and they work out great!

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  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    @MsMorrisine said:
    i'd rather keep the money spent on the forum instead of some unknown from unknownville on ebay.

    @ndeagles said:
    It was me, I can make as many as anyone needs, shipping is more than the cost of the adapters. Let me know if anyone wants any and the color you want.

    ever think of doing a tall lid? though i guess the lids would be more expensive to ship.

    I've thought about it, and actually made a longer extender to hold cardboard 2*2 that haven't been folded yet. I could make a taller lid but it's hard to maintain the look of the original box lid so I opted for the extender. I also use them because they raise the lid enough to store plastic coin rolls upright. Shipping wouldn't be terribly much more, the plastic weighs almost nothing for the small amount needed, but if there is interest I could certainly create a new lid as a test and see what it looks like.

  • ChattermonkeyChattermonkey Posts: 55 ✭✭✭

    On the topic of 3D printed items, has anyone attempted to design the outer ring for rattlers-- those found on doilies?

  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    @Chattermonkey said:
    On the topic of 3D printed items, has anyone attempted to design the outer ring for rattlers-- those found on doilies?

    Some guy sells them on eBay, I personally haven't made any as I don't own any rattlers to get measurements, but I certainly could make them.

  • jesbrokenjesbroken Posts: 10,002 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Great product, have used them for quite a while and will certainly get more.
    Jim


    When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln

    Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
  • Slade01Slade01 Posts: 294 ✭✭✭

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @MetroD said:

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @divecchia said:
    Check out these eBay listings. He may be the same person or someone who can make the extenders for you.

    Donato

    https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?item=285756057047&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197&_ssn=borup_coins

    That's an Adapter. The OP is talking about an extender.

    eBay seller also offers a "universal" lid. Appears to be taller, and would be a substitute for the PCGS lid + adapter.

    Link

    Forget it. I can buy an entire generic box that holds ALL the TPG'er holders for less the 8 bucks.

    PCGS boxes are only 4.50, plus I have a bunch from sending in coins, so there are reasons other than needing to see the lettering. And at least CAC holders fit in the few NGC boxes that I got back from some grading there.

  • OAKSTAROAKSTAR Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @Slade01 said:

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @MetroD said:

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @divecchia said:
    Check out these eBay listings. He may be the same person or someone who can make the extenders for you.

    Donato

    https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?item=285756057047&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197&_ssn=borup_coins

    That's an Adapter. The OP is talking about an extender.

    eBay seller also offers a "universal" lid. Appears to be taller, and would be a substitute for the PCGS lid + adapter.

    Link

    Forget it. I can buy an entire generic box that holds ALL the TPG'er holders for less the 8 bucks.

    PCGS boxes are only 4.50, plus I have a bunch from sending in coins, so there are reasons other than needing to see the lettering. And at least CAC holders fit in the few NGC boxes that I got back from some grading there.

    Roger that! 👍 👍

    Disclaimer: I'm not a dealer, trader, grader, investor or professional numismatist. I'm just a hobbyist. (To protect me but mostly you! 🤣 )

  • ChattermonkeyChattermonkey Posts: 55 ✭✭✭

    @ndeagles said:

    @Chattermonkey said:
    On the topic of 3D printed items, has anyone attempted to design the outer ring for rattlers-- those found on doilies?

    Some guy sells them on eBay, I personally haven't made any as I don't own any rattlers to get measurements, but I certainly could make them.

    Maybe I'm not using the right search strings, would you mind sharing a link to his page?

  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    @Chattermonkey said:

    @ndeagles said:

    @Chattermonkey said:
    On the topic of 3D printed items, has anyone attempted to design the outer ring for rattlers-- those found on doilies?

    Some guy sells them on eBay, I personally haven't made any as I don't own any rattlers to get measurements, but I certainly could make them.

    Maybe I'm not using the right search strings, would you mind sharing a link to his page?

    Is this what you are looking for, this seller has other 3d printed coin related stuff. IMO his prices are very high, but clearly he found buyers.

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/285756057047?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=XHge7VRFQwW&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=rSeqj-K9QvC&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

  • Sorry, I wasn't referring to those. My understanding is that doily holders are essentially rattlers with an outer frame/ring surrounding the slab body.

  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    Oh, I see what you are saying now, I might try to pick up a cheap rattler and see if I can do that. Will post back if I can do it successfully

  • @Chattermonkey said:
    Sorry, I wasn't referring to those. My understanding is that doily holders are essentially rattlers with an outer frame/ring surrounding the slab body.

    3D printing something clear is extremely difficult if not impossible with standard PLA filament because each layer is deposited one layer at a time. You really need an injection molded piece of plastic and getting a mold made is stupidly expensive. I was quoted $10k for a mold of a simple 3D printed design where I had the entire AutoCAD file all designed, etc..

  • BStrauss3BStrauss3 Posts: 3,424 ✭✭✭✭✭

    There is also resin printing (FDM) that can print clear, but has its own set of issues.

    @Chattermonkey - the ring on the rattlers was a short-term solution when the counterfeit rattlers were discovered. This version of the PCGS shell was replaced with one where the "ring" is integral to the shell.

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  • Slade01Slade01 Posts: 294 ✭✭✭
    edited April 28, 2024 6:36AM

    @ndeagles said:
    Oh, I see what you are saying now, I might try to pick up a cheap rattler and see if I can do that. Will post back if I can do it successfully

    I just sent Heritage an MS64RB 1909-SVDB rattler that would make a great template. ;)
    The Zelle should have hit you a few minutes ago.

  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    Lol, that's not my idea of cheap, I have a bid on a common mercury dime now. My 09s vdb was cracked out of anacs xf45 holder for my dansco. I'm missing 7 coins from my US cents collection, I have all the Lincoln's, missing 2 ihc, and 5 large cents. Mostly circulated until about 1930, then bu after that.

  • Herb_THerb_T Posts: 1,739 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @MetroD said:

    @OAKSTAR said:

    @MetroD said:
    Excellent point. :)

    Hopefully, we are able to identify the forum member that 'made/makes' the extenders.

    My point being, you don't need some type of extender. If you're willing and don't mind having a generic box that holds ALL TPG'er slabs, why do you need to pay more for an extender? Plus, the extender you linked to this guy made looks like crap!

    No idea why the OP wants the extender, as opposed to a generic box. All I know is that he purchased some extenders in the past, and wants some more. So, they must be 'working' for him.

    I assume the OP was aware of the generic boxes before this thread. If not, he is aware of them now.

    I certainly could have been wrong about the identity of the initial source. Notwithstanding, if he is still interested, I hope that the OP is able to connect with the correct party. :)

    Generic box is longer. Got the generic box and the extenders that were sold here. I would take the extenders any day.

  • MetroDMetroD Posts: 2,198 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @Herb_T said:

    Generic box is longer. Got the generic box and the extenders that were sold here. I would take the extenders any day.

    Good info. Thanks for sharing. :)

  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    @Chattermonkey said:
    On the topic of 3D printed items, has anyone attempted to design the outer ring for rattlers-- those found on doilies?

    I bought a cheapo rattler as an example and came up with this beauty. I know it's not exactly what you referring to with the doilies, but it fits very snug around the rattler, and allows it to fit perfectly in a modern box. If anyone is interested let me know, I might put these on eBay, as I saw the other guys adapters have sold several hundred of them. Can make them in any color, the rattler does not fall out of the frame but can be removed. One other possibility is embossing the date/mintmark/denomination on the top so you can identify the coin whole it's in the box. I'm testing a version of that now and should know if it's doable in next couple of hours.

  • SametsSamets Posts: 155 ✭✭✭
    edited May 15, 2024 10:15AM

    @ndeagles said:

    @Chattermonkey said:
    On the topic of 3D printed items, has anyone attempted to design the outer ring for rattlers-- those found on doilies?

    I bought a cheapo rattler as an example and came up with this beauty. I know it's not exactly what you referring to with the doilies, but it fits very snug around the rattler, and allows it to fit perfectly in a modern box. If anyone is interested let me know, I might put these on eBay, as I saw the other guys adapters have sold several hundred of them. Can make them in any color, the rattler does not fall out of the frame but can be removed. One other possibility is embossing the date/mintmark/denomination on the top so you can identify the coin whole it's in the box. I'm testing a version of that now and should know if it's doable in next couple of hours.

    I'd be interested in a few!

  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    I also created a tall adapter to hold 2*2's in a pcgs box. This print still needs refinement (not printing cleanly) but it's functional.

  • jesbrokenjesbroken Posts: 10,002 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @ndeagles said:
    It was me, I can make as many as anyone needs, shipping is more than the cost of the adapters. Let me know if anyone wants any and the color you want.

    Thanks, Nick. Received them and all work perfectly. Nice color match.
    Jim


    When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln

    Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
  • ndeaglesndeagles Posts: 384 ✭✭✭✭

    Here is an embossed version, it turned out OK. Then I carefully hit the embossed date/denomination with a sharpie.

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