Thoughts On Using Graded Comic Storage Cases For CGC Books 2 2

[Pettingill]

Hi all! I was wondering if anyone had an opinion on using graded comic storage cases for their CGC books. These would be storage products made by companies like Casematix. Is there any downside at all in using these for slabs? Any/all opinions are greatly appreciated!

[whomerjay]

They look like an interesting (at least cheaper) alternative to the oft-discussed safe. If some are both Fire and Water -proof, I guess the question is assuming books inside cannot  breathe, would you have the same problems as the safe?

[Stefan_W]

I use BCW Graded Comic Cases for all of my slabs and I love them. 

[Domo Arigato]

Not inexpensive....but nice.

https://collectablecases.com/

 

[F For Fake]

On 3/4/2024 at 8:43 AM, whomerjay said:

They look like an interesting (at least cheaper) alternative to the oft-discussed safe. If some are both Fire and Water -proof, I guess the question is assuming books inside cannot  breathe, would you have the same problems as the safe?

This is my concern. They look nice, and secure, and I'd consider it, but do we know anything about how they let the books breathe, account for offgassing, etc. I'd like to have something like this, but I have concerns about rust, yellowing etc over time. Would love to hear more about them if anyone has any science, or even anecdotal data.

[Miketimus_Prime]

Here is an alternative that is sold for $39.99 at Harbor Freight.  Unfortunately they are not shipped and sold in store only.

https://www.harborfreight.com/3800-weatherproof-protective-case-large-black-63927.html

[Aman619]

funny they call them "vaults"...  I dont know of real vaults that are light enough to walk away with AND come with sturdy handles!

[Aman619]

but great for a collection of a dozen slabs!