ELAVAL Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) Hello, What are the best CGC sleeves to buy? Is there a big difference between a Hot Flips sleeve or a BCW sleeve? Any other suggestion. Thank you for your help on this. Edited October 12, 2023 by ELAVAL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Balls Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 I have used BCW sleeves, but I prefer E.Gerber Mylites 2 914M2 - they are really nice and super shiny, all my slabs are in those now. I prefer Mylars over the poly ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADAMANTIUM Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) I'm with the mylyite 2s I think they're called for slabs, but what ever you get? I'd get something nice and worth the price, but I only put it on new stuff that comes without them: both raws and slabs. I respect the places that furnished the good stuff, or even cgc with the poly ones, I don't replace those in order to not need to buy them all the time. You'll find enough buys come without them, slabs included , whether dollar bins for raws or some slabs from LCS's. Idk hope that helped Edited October 12, 2023 by ADAMANTIUM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADAMANTIUM Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 Tablet stutter late edit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telegan Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 I use the Mylite 2 914M2/Legal Size bags. I use Mylites for pretty much any raw comic or slab nowadays. E Gerber : really good company - just need to drag their website out of the 20th century. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krismusic Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 I use a Canadian company bags they say it’s Mylar and archival safe called “Comic Pro line”but I only use these on slabs cause the book isn’t touching it. I still is E gerber for raw books Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostboys Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 The cheapest ones? Seriously, guys...whats next? A case to protect the sleeve that protects the case that protects the inner well that protects the book? BigLeagueCHEW, F For Fake, snitzer and 2 others 2 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigur Ros Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 I use mylars for slabs I'm keeping. Like the ones the competition uses when they send out books, or ones I have to buy for CGC books. Anything for sale just stay in the wrinkled, cloudy mess the CGC books come in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ygogolak Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 On 10/12/2023 at 8:24 AM, lostboys said: The cheapest ones? Seriously, guys...whats next? A case to protect the sleeve that protects the case that protects the inner well that protects the book? The CGC bags are cloudy. Some people like a nice presentation for slabs. In terms of next, it's been around, another 3rd party grade of how the book looks in the graded slab. On 10/11/2023 at 9:14 PM, Dr. Balls said: I have used BCW sleeves, but I prefer E.Gerber Mylites 2 914M2 - they are really nice and super shiny, all my slabs are in those now. I prefer Mylars over the poly ones. BCW makes mylars as well. Dr. Balls 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttock Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 On 10/11/2023 at 9:28 PM, Krismusic said: I use a Canadian company bags they say it’s Mylar and archival safe called “Comic Pro line”but I only use these on slabs cause the book isn’t touching it. I still is E gerber for raw books I use their bags which aren't mylar. I think mylar scuffs too easily and splits easily as well. greggy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweet Lou 14 Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 For me having a snug fit is very important. I had always bought Hot Flips resealable bags because they fit the books nicely, but more recently they changed to a slightly larger format and the books swim a bit in the looser bags. Has anyone tried these bags from Superior Fit? I was thinking of trying them out. https://www.superiorfitsleeves.com/Superior-Fit-Sleeves-for-CGC-Comic-Book-Slabs-p/cgc-cb-001.htm Silver Surfer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Love Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 https://www.clearbags.com/8-15-16-x-14-1-4-flap-crystal-clear-227x362.html 100 for $19.55 "Legal-size paper fits perfectly in our B814 Crystal Clear Flap Seal Bag. B814 is sized for legal documents and provides an archival safe environment for long-lasting storage. B814 measures 8 15/16" x 14 1/4" and fits 8 1/2" x 14" legal size paper, ideal for holding legal documents, notepads, photos, and other paper products. The material is 1.6 mil thick and is made from high-quality BOPP for exceptional clarity. This acid-free sleeve is resealable for convenient access to contents. An adhesive seal is located on the bag flap to secure the bag closed. Fold the flap over as needed for a snug fit." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ygogolak Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 On 10/12/2023 at 5:45 PM, Sweet Lou 14 said: For me having a snug fit is very important. I had always bought Hot Flips resealable bags because they fit the books nicely, but more recently they changed to a slightly larger format and the books swim a bit in the looser bags. Has anyone tried these bags from Superior Fit? I was thinking of trying them out. https://www.superiorfitsleeves.com/Superior-Fit-Sleeves-for-CGC-Comic-Book-Slabs-p/cgc-cb-001.htm Nice, didn't realize they made them for comics. Their ones for sportscards are really nice. Very tight fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batmiesta Posted October 13, 2023 Share Posted October 13, 2023 You would think that with all the money CGC is making off us they would at least return our books in Mylar bags and not the Cack they use now. comicjack and greggy 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
circuitryusa Posted October 13, 2023 Share Posted October 13, 2023 Thanks guys for the suggestion! I just placed an order for the Mylites 2 on AMZN! They will go perfect for my "safe queens" that I am not selling, ever... Took me a minute to find them, so here is the exact title on AMZN if anyone else wants them... E.Gerber Mylites 2 Mylar Sleeves 914M2 for CGC Graded Comics CGC/CBCS Comic Slabs 9 x 14-1/4 - Pack of 50 mgroetz and ADAMANTIUM 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceHazard Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 I’ve been using the Superior Fit sleeves for my slabs. Great fit and they look nice. Mylars seem like overkill for bagging slabs. I’m sure they look great though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgroetz Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 I also use Superior Fit sleeves - they work very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telegan Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 On 10/13/2023 at 5:34 PM, circuitryusa said: Thanks guys for the suggestion! I just placed an order for the Mylites 2 on AMZN! They will go perfect for my "safe queens" that I am not selling, ever... Took me a minute to find them, so here is the exact title on AMZN if anyone else wants them... E.Gerber Mylites 2 Mylar Sleeves 914M2 for CGC Graded Comics CGC/CBCS Comic Slabs 9 x 14-1/4 - Pack of 50 If you're buying $100+ of E. Gerber stuff, you may want to buy from their site instead of Amazon because it may be a lot cheaper. Or that's the way it used to be, anyway. It's been a couple of years since I loaded up on supplies from them, so maybe that's changed. Their minimum order was around $100 the last time I looked. The only downside is that you'll have to call them to place the order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigLeagueCHEW Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 Just Food Saver seal your books, pulls all the air out and keeps them from being exposed to the elements. Krismusic and ADAMANTIUM 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADAMANTIUM Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 On 10/15/2023 at 9:04 AM, BigLeagueCHEW said: Just Food Saver seal your books, pulls all the air out and keeps them from being exposed to the elements. No no no you don't want air tight, even slabs aren't air tight, but I had a feeling you were being playful, still nanananaNONo BigLeagueCHEW and Krismusic 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
