Help with raw storage question UPDATED with 1 more question

JDouglas

What is my safest method for storing raw cards? In plastic sleeve, then a toploader? In a Card Saver I or is that for submissions only. If I want to build a set from wax boxes, and would like to have it stored safely for the long-term, what would you recommend or help with how you store your raw cards/sets/etc....

Dallas88

I use 9-pocket pages and a binder from MJRoop.

The binders are sweet (and expensive)

www.mjroop.com

Stone193

JD
If the cards are of the vintage type, I think storing them in regular cardboard 800 ct. type with a penny sleeve for extra protection is more than adequate for modest priced cards.

If they are more expensive, I like the cardsavers and then place them in 'vault' cardboard boxes.

The binders are better if you want to be able to 'view' them on a regular basis. And the Roops are probably top of the line. Or you can just get good binders.

mike

lostdart58

You are going to get different opinions here......and all will probably be good. I wouldn't store them in card savers thought.

One trick i read in these forums, which makes alot of sense. Before putting cards in the soft sleeves, slice open one side about 3/4 of an inch long. Soft sleeves are pretty tight and this will save you from dinging the corners of the cards while slipping them in the sleeves.


BTW......I have two complete raw vintage sets......MY 59 Topps is stored in soft sleeves and rigid toploaders in a cardboard box.

My 55 Bowman set is stored in 8 pocket pages and a binder. ( 8 pocket pages because of their size difference)

FYS

<< <i> I wouldn't store them in card savers thought. >>



Why not card savers?

DeutscherGeist

I say penny sleeves are the best in storing hundreds of cards in those 200, 400 or 800 ct cardboard boxes.

Make sure the penny sleeves are UltraPro Platinums. Those are premium sleeves that do not have the particles inside that can dent the cards. Cheap penny sleeves have particles in them (they are clear, tiny and very hard) and they can easily dent a card when pressure applied like in a stack.

UltraPro Platinums are not much more expensive. A 100 ct bag would be about $1.75 gave or take a few cents.

Also lostdart has the right idea of how to insert cards in the sleeves.


I have most of my cards in penny sleeves and 400ct boxes. I have specific cards in Card Saver IIs since I like to view them often. I only have a few in sleeves inserted into top loaders. They all work great, but the penny sleeve storage idea is the best one when dealing with so many cards. Card Savers and top loaders cost more money, but if you dont mind that then get them.

phreakydancin

<< <i>Why not card savers? >>

Because they bend. Card Savers are great for shipping because they prevent movement, but I use penny sleeves inside rigid toploaders for storage.

Pinkcatfish

There is also a small amount of PVC in card savers. Fine for short term shipping etc but I wouldn't store long term in them.

J

JDouglas

thanks for the help so far

Does anyone who buys a complete factory set of say a modern inexpensive set bother with removing the cards and placing in plastic sleeves or in an album? And if you put them in album pages, do you put them in the sleeves first or is the page itself enough protection?

sfmays24

Hello to all,

For non-PSA holdered cards, I decided on Mylar 4 Mil D sleeves (same sleeves used for comics and other historical documents). They are expensive, but the best material made and won't ever tone cards like pvc stuff.

I made a large purchase (more than I needed) of the 3" x 4" size and can offer the extras in lots of 500 for a fraction of what I paid. Please PM me if interested and check out this link for more info:

http://bcemylar.com/bballcards.html

thank you,

Mike
sfmays24