How to Protect, Store, and Display Your Cards SCIU EP. #6
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In this episode of Sports Card Investor University, Geoff talks about how to protect, store and display your sports cards.
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Would also recommend putting your graded card in a graded card bag to protect it from scratches .
It sucks buying a high end card only find the case scratched .
PSA and SGC slabs interlock. I keep mine in the boxes in which they were returned from the TPG. But yes a scratched slab is not a good thing.
Exactly, Slab Conditions Matter
It's that 2nd corner of the card going into the penny sleeves that can hit the top edges of it. In the past with very expensive cards what I've done on a tip from a card shop is cut open the top sides of the penny sleeve about half an inch right on the seem. That can allow more space on top to get the 2nd corner in. 99% of the time I've seen people putting cards in penny sleeves they do just what he does in this video with the first corner and then the 2nd gets pushed though with the top of the sleeve basically all the way together. This often touches that 2nd corner.
Or try taking the sleeve and grab the sleeve like he shows but rub back and forth. It opens up that final side fir easy opening. But like your idea as well as long as you don't compromise the sleeve.
@@gicueN17R0 I do that but I still feel like that 2nd corner can touch the top of the plastic edge because the sleeve has to be pretty spread out to get the 2nd corner in.
@@freedomfight1933 no. You're definitely right here. I've used that trick I told and only if you really are lucky or aggressive with the rubbing it does it sometimes hold that side open enough not to even cause a bit of a hang up. I did think it would be good to share tho. Some people may not like cutting it even if it's still ok. So just an alternative method. But yea, you're right. It doesn't always work. And I HATE that second side trying to put it in. I'm doing this now after 25+ years away from the hobby so a lot of this is news partly because I'm only 41 and a kid back then really. So I am not taking it as seriously as I'm trying to now so that I can help my struggling nephew out. He is a great kid worrying about me because I'm terminally ill although he doesn't necessarily know the word he understands the possibility. And he's going thru the absolute worst divorce that I've ever witnessed or been aware of. Like to strangle the guy but I'm too old and sick to goto jail. He's beat my sister and tried to strangle her. I just dont know how much of the stuff he is trying to pull or the stuff he's doing to.the kids. Mental health for them is like a joke. And then getting bullied on top of it all. So I'm doing this for him and him only really. I mean if I can turn it into a business he gets his cut etc. Even at 7yo. This was our deal. Just like if he stays in school & does well he gets my only car. Black Mustang chocolate leather interior.
I got bullied too. Was a part of Columbine years ago so I know what driving a bad car can feel like when your getting made fun of can turn into.
This whole thing has me sick. Sorry for explaining so much. I guess wtiting it wad kinda cathartic. 🤷
Now THIS is the type of content we need! Less top 5 card lists, more of these helpful vids!
Great tutorial covering so many different points from beginning card protection, building a collection, grading, and travel to shows! Really liking the new series Geoff!
I’ve recently put my higher value cards in top loaders, and wasn’t happy how they sit at the top, and didn’t want to force them down in case I damaged them. I used your advice on tapping them on the table, now they sit in perfect. That advice alone deserves a sub 😁
huge help for me, i just started collecting and im using the top loaders and i damaged a card, im thinking of trying titan shield sleeves next
@Geoff Great video. I love the education for the next years of investing, collecting, especially for the kids. Keep up the good work.
One more thing he did not mention (that is pretty critical) is, as a rule your hands are never clean and will transfer fingerprints, the average person touches their face and skin and so on many times during the day and getting those micro-layers of oil on the fingers will transfer to the cards (100% of the time). Don't ever handle cards in any seriousness without wearing gloves. Must be the certain type of glove that won't transfer fingerprints through the latex.
Another thing when were on it, is humidity of the environment. Make sure that the surrounding environment is cool and dry; many cards I acquire have penny sleeves stuck to the cards so bad that they need to be cut out of them, and it's because of the relative humidity. Those cards usually need some heavy cleaning before they can have any attempt at being graded.
I understand this vid is for the beginner, but moving from the beginner phase to the intermediate and expert phase happens very quickly, usually within a year or two, so you might as well have spoken about this issue. People might swear blind that they don't need gloves, but when you're grading all the time, the serious news is that you most definitely do.
Late to the comment but thanks, I’m considering getting into collecting and had this question
What gloves do you recommend?
I use card pouches for my newly graded PSA slabs... I really like the clear frame protectors you mentioned.
I always cut penny sleeves before hand. Then use a top loader, followed by a team bag for more valuable and popular cards. Great video as always, Geoff!
Just buy the sleeves pre cut that's a thing now days no need to do it urself
Where do you get team bags?
@Acf Wrestling I buy everything in bulk on Ebay.
I do it to all my good cards..no scratches on top loaders or one touch
do u know how to remove cards that are stuck in penny sleeves?
I just took out my MJ Power In The Key and Living Legends card out of my folder. Both have been stored there with a Penny Sleeve for over 25yrs but are still in excellent condition. Thanks for the advice
GREAT stuff. All in on video. VERY well done and presented. Thanks for this!
Great job! Everyone can learn a little something from this. Appreciate the info!
I have always used (amongst other things) ultra pro mini snaps. I think they look great and could never understand why they weren't more popular.
I always use duck tape instead of penny sleeves, thanks for the tip!!
joke?
i use flex seal sometimes good for water proofing
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How do I still receive cards "secured" with scotch tape?
Nice video Geoff, I’m sure newer collectors will appreciate the tips!
On top of these ways Geoff mentioned, when storing cards in a top loader I will cut one side of the Penny sleeve a few millimeters from the top, this helps slide the card in without damage to the corners. I also use post it flags or sticky flags to attach to the back of the sleeve, this helps when removing the card and sleeve from the toploader.
Hi sports card investor. Thank you for helping me with my sports carfs
For collectors residing in tropical areas and who are victims of graded card moist, you can use a dry cabinet for cameras as storage boxes for your valuable cards. Been using one for a year and had never encountered moist in my gra cards again. 👍
how about cards in penny sleeves, how to remove those??, they stuck and have moist
Great video! Always wondered about the mag holders
Thank you for this.
Thank you!! I needed this!
I used to put nicer cards in one touches but I've gone off that idea. Some cards are too snug in there and some have movement. Also, some cards have a small bow in them and that results in the case coming into contact with the surface. To counteract this I used to put a penny sleeve on the surface of the card. That was a pain in the.....neck. I now just do penny sleeve, toploader, and teambag. Temperature control is most important. Cards do not like heat and/or humidity - especially foil cards.
I agree with you. The one touch case makes the card look great, but a penny sleeve and either a top loader or a card saver is the best way to go with a team bag over them to keep dust out.
Depends what you’re doing with the card. If you’re displaying it best is to go for a UV one touch. There is some movement but not enough to damage the card in any way. I’ve tested this and the only damage you will get is if you violently shake the case back and forth. For protection only and not displaying. Penny sleeve, toploader, team bag.
Good video! I gotta say though, I hate the semi-rigids. Its hard to get the card in there sometimes.
Something else to consider, graded slabs are great EXCEPT for that they dont protect vs UV lights. One-Touches, if they have the golden magnet, do.
Newer psa and sgc slabs do protect from a certain amount of UV light depending on the type. However I dont know anyone that displays their slabs in full sunlight
BGS slabs have built in UV protection son
Sports Card University should have its own channel.
I bought an HandGun case at a pawn shop. It had foam were you could pull out foam to fit whatever. I've had for years way before you could buy one. It's waterproof,smell proof, and as damage proof as you can get. Has lock slots that double for slinge so can were over shoulder. Also Magnetic holders do scratch card especially chrome or prizm. #UltraPro should make a little bigger cases were penny sleeves fit. PSA can confirm. For those of us who have collected and graded for you years remember Topps Chrome Box Toppers. They would almost never get 10s because movement of card causes lil scratches. My 2002 TB12 Topps Pristine Refractor /99 uncirculated and Joe Thomas Red Refractor RC both came in uncirculated top loaders both got 9s because of surface scratches.
Not sure if you're still reading these comments. One thing I didn't hear you talk about is temperature and humidity of the storage area you are storing cards in is huge for both the card itself, and the penny sleeve. Great video, thanks for making it!
Buy Pro-Mold magnetics instead...clearer plastic, a tab on top to open the mag easier, and they are USA made! They are awesome.
Been looking for some nice card displays, thanks for the help
Great Video Thanks For All Your Great Information
Love the content very informative and fun thanks
I live in Hawaii… it’s more like 3 penny sleeves, lol
If you slice the edge of the penny sleeve, it will be the best tip you can ever receive. You can seriously damage the corners from time to time if you don’t do this.
Great tip, I always do this with a little flick
I’m starting to use the vintage card penny sleeve and that little bit of extra width is nice. It may move within the penny sleeve, but I’ll work with it as opposed to nicking the corner on a valuable card.
Always have done that makes it 20x easier
@@domenicford4471 Same. I remember before I learned this trick, I never wanted to move my higher end cards because it wasn’t worth the risk.
How far down do you slice the sides?
Thank you, awesome video/content. Big fan from Australia
Surprised graded card sleeve weren't mentioned. Probably a function of video length more than anythung. Fun video overall Geoff. I have some of the stand up displays and I like them. Never heard of the last display product but it looked beautiful, especially if you have a themed collection to show off.
Thanks for the video and discount offers!
I only have raw cards at the moment. Penny sleeves, then top loading them. I store them in Pokémon tins. Loose cards are in penny sleeves in cardboard box/mail envelope packaging I saved. Works for me!
I always push lightly down on the card when sleeving 😬 Got away with no damage to the card each time, but I’ll try tapping on a solid surface next time.
I did the same I don't believe I damaged the top at all!
Great video Geoff as always. Question: Where can you get the very large boxes high enough to us the larger top loaders and close the top. Next question: If I want to put top loaders into the smaller card board box vertically, they aren’t wide enough for holders, only penny sleeves. Any idea what size cardboard box that would be and where would you order it? Thanks
Thanks very much for the detailed information.
Buyer beware with toploaders as they are difficult to detect the corner wear at the bottom of the card.
Natural wood boxes absord the moisture even before it gets to the cards. All the plastics would retain moisture, especially in hot, humid areas. Hobby craft stores.
I do the penny’s in the semi rigid top loaders for most, but the higher mil top loaders for my most valuable cards.
For folks asking about one touch with penny sleeves, you want to get Pro Mold cases. The first or second gen will work, but they allow you to put the card in a penny sleeve first, then put it in the case. They, hands down, make the best cases.
Pro Mold Gen 2 35 point will handle most regular sized-thickness cards (prizm, optic, etc)
I’m in the process of moving all my big cards from top loaders to Pro Molds (if they’re not already graded). Was getting too many cards in top loaders with little indentations from specks of dust/debris getting into the top of the top loader
I dont think PSA puts penny sleeves into their slabs do they? , why do people feel the need to do it with One touch?? just curious im a noob
@@Matt-vh9vs good question
Hi, what backpack are you using in the video to store cards? Thanks.
GREAT channel Geoff, do you have any ideas or suggestions on protecting cards in tropical 🏝 or humid environments. I notice they can get bubbles or sticky in the humidity. Thanks
Thanks I needed help sorting mine after getting some for Christmas lol
If you reuse an old top loader I found there can be little specks of stuff in there. So I open it up hole side down and blow in it to get those little specks out. Otherwise when you slide the card in it scratches the cards.
Loving your new shirt Geoff. Colors match perfect.
When I mail out my eBay sales, I just put the stamp on the card. Y'all so extra.
Seriously, though, I have to make a recommendation. I recently learned of magnetic one touches that are designed to be used with a card IN a penny sleeve.
My thought is that the cards you choose to one touch are going to be the cards you admire the most often, show off, pass around the table, take to shows as trade bait, etc. Basically, the cards that get put in a one touch are likely going to be the cards that get handled the most.
I've never had card get damaged in a one touch, screw downs included. I do, however, love the idea of having a soft sleeve between my cards and hard plastic.
Love ya homie. I've put a few people on to you and we all respect your content.
What kind of UV protection do the slabs have? I definitely don’t want to be displaying slabs on my wall if they’re at risk of fading over time
Nice video.
I’m not really impressed by a lot of the grading companies’ slabs as display cases.
PSA is all right,but not great. I like the multi card holder you showed. :)
Csg is the worst looking slab I think. It’s like buying a Rembrandt and framing it with horse turds.
HGA has the best lables but some very sketchy grading.
What size team bag do I use for a standard size one touch? I tried putting one in a 3 3/8 x 4.5 bag and it fits but the top is a little harder to close since they are primarily meant for toploaders
good vid by a good man, tku but your missing a couple issues. The 1st Q an A - is a safety deposit box safe for cards with regards to temperature? i have read that proper storage of cards is between 68 - 72 degrees (a fine line by the way), now i know banks have a.c. and rotate shifts quick enough so that the temp does not drop to much either way, but they do turn off the a.c. when closed and same with heat in the winter, and the temp does fluctuate - i was told some where between 4 - 8 degrees either direction, so something to think about! so far i have not seen a podcast that touches on this. Also humidity even a more important issue, i know some storage rooms have temp control, but the bank vaults do not, they are all about profit, and best believe they safe as much money as possible with con-ed, they do not care about what you store in their safe boxes, thats on us!! as for humility they absolutely do not use dehumidifier's. - 45% - 55% is the desired humidity % from what i read so far... thats another thing to think about. Also a good question is once a card is slabbed - PSA/BECK/SGC etc... does that protect the card better from these issues? and finally in regard to display, you have not addressed the issue of light affecting autographed cards, i read that not only does natural sunlight destroy and fade auto's so quick, most people would not believe it, but light from a simple light bulb is just as destructive, i have actually seen store owners throwing out faded autographs by the box load to my horror, kind of like jim belushi having a mental breakdown in the movie animal home, when campus security was clearing out their dorms bar, and the mover trips, dropping a box of scotch braking all the bottles! i held my hands to my head and let out a very similar sound of despair!! so from what iv'e seen on a vid, is they have either a special spray that blocks like 99% of any harmful rays, (of course sprayed after the card is suited up/protected- magnetic holder etc...) or they have special display cases where the glass has this protective quality. other wise you have to keep your auto's in the dark for most of the time or you will be sorry. Thats what i can share, hope it helps anyone out there..
I have a 1982 Topps Baseball set. Looks like thickness of 20pt. If I put in penny sleeves, should I go with 20pt toploaders or the next thickness up? Great video! Thanks!
I love your backpack case for graded cards. Which brand and style is that one?
Years ago I used to work at a place in Kipton, Ohio called Pro-mold that made a variety of card holders.. It was a very small place with like 6 other employees lol.. Just thought I'd share...
Pro mold gen 2 35 pt cases are the best on the market. Just got a small order of 20 in today
Penny Sleeve all decent cards, Cards you want to grade immediately put in Card Saver. Done. Grading companies cut the card savers to get the cards out easier.
The best protection are the acrylic cases from the 90s. The tighter the screws, the safer the card.
I love using them for the thick cards!
That's bait
oh the 90s
I just had someone send me a high-end foil card in one of those, screwed down so tight their was spiderwebbing on the acrylic near the screws. Got to love eBay sellers.
Yer crazy lol. do NOT do that kids.
It is very important that the sleeves and loaders be brand-new upon use... If a foreign object such as dirt gets trapped inside the sleeve or loader while you insert the card, it could scratch the surface of the card... Thus decreasing it's value and appeal.
Great video except for 2 very specific things.
1. Toploaders don't need a piece of tape to prevent the card coming out as long as you are not shipping it. If you do, it's better to use saran wrap around the toploader, so the buyer doesn't have to throw that toploader away. Card savers don't need tape at all.
2. You shouldn't put unsleeved cards in One Touch holders, there's perfect fit sleeves for most standard card sizes, and pretty much all of them fit on One Touch holders. For standard size cards, a good option is Dragonshield sealable sleeves, because they protect all 4 edges and both sides when the card is in the One Touch.
Super informative thanks. Marvel Cards Baby!
Someone on utube cuts down the side on the corner of a penny sleeve, b4 inserting card. Work fantastic for difficult cards
You mentioned that you had spoke with the one touch company, After speaking with them do you feel or did they say if it’s bad to leave the card in a penny sleeve then put it in the one touch? Thanks as always great video.
I’ve left a few in the Penny sleeve and had no issues. You just have to be more careful and line it up correctly.
Thank you for the tips I’m 12 and recently started collecting
Any idea how one could protect an uncut sheet of 75' mini's team checklists. Basically, all the team cards uncut. This was a courtesy offer by Topps provided you collected the wax paper wrappers and mailed them in.
Do they make one-touch magnetics for larger cards, like the Topps 1955 baseball set?
Great vid thanks
Much needed
When putting a card in a sleeve I hold the card on the edges so I don't put any finger prints on the front or back surface of the card.
Great video! Do you know if there is anyone who makes pages for to loaded cards for binders? Reason is, my daughter, ho is autistic, wants her cards in a binder. I have some of her better cards in top loaders and I don’t want them in a 9 sleeve page only. I have to keep an eye on her hoping she doesn’t take them out of top loaders. Very sneaky.
Thanks for sharing! God Bless!!
UltraPro makes 4 pocket pages. They’re ok, but a bit big
@@pepps0518 It was hard to read, but he’s asking if there’s binder sleeves for cards in top loaders. I don’t think there is, but I’d also love to know if they make them.
They don't make binder sleeves for top loaders. What I do is put the card inside a penny sleeve and then sleeve the card into the 9 pocket binder sleeve. It will add a bit more protection. For her valuable top loaded cards, you may need to get some high quality clear tape and tape the top loader shut completely across so it is less noticeable. Then get team bags and put them in those and tape the bag. Hopefully her picking away at the tape will give you enough time to catch her and stop her from taking out the card. Cheers and happy collecting.
What about storing them in binders?
I'm still new at this so I store my cards with a top loader and store them sideways inside of cardboard storage box. I store them so tight that there isn't room to move at all inside the box. Do u think this will damage the cards? I'm still pretty new to this card collecting, it would be greatly appreciated if u can help me out. Thanks in advance.
Great video
good day there is also a traditional 4 or 9 pocket collectors album made by ultra pro… it is wildy used during the 90’s
i always thought you were supposed to put the card in the penny sleeve upside down so when you put it in a toploader the opening of the penny sleeve was actually at the bottom. this way dust or anything else that might get in through the top has no way to touch the card. maybe im the only weirdo who does this 😂
just a fast question, i have a Fleer Mike piazza card with a piece of game worn jersey. about how much do u think it could sell for?
If I want to buy some of your cards on eBay what do I look for what are you under?
Best video ever.
im surprised all these years no one has never or even thought of this idea i think the best way to store and seal it with a vac seal machine i have done this for than a decade now. all my cards always comes back psa 10,pristine 10 i promise you that this is the only method you need to do for storing cards from months thru years later on to sell or grade sleeve it with a penny and put it in a semi rigid card holder make sure you have the card all the way down at bottom inside the semi and then seal the top of the the lip of the semi rigid holder and team bag it and your good to go consider this as slabbing your card but make sure you customize the vac seal machine remove the rubber/foam lip from the machine thats pretty much it i have my vac machne customized with a deck coming out mounted on the machine so i can lay my card on it with ease and seal it team bag it and put it away thats it ive been doing this since the late 90's and had no problems ive tested 3-6months to 12months to a few years the card is stilll mint in great condition you can say this is another way of slabbing your card you guys should try this out and take this method
in consideration and to GEOFF too trust me you wont regret this.
Do I need to worry about fingerprints when opening packs?
Use a bit of cement mix around the edges before penny sleeving. Will protect those edges
do u know how to remove cards that are stuck in penny sleeves?
I always was told to put the penny sleeve with the opening down in the top loader, is that ok?
Your finger prints handling tho I try to handle the edges only because your fingers contain oils.
Are one touches supposed to be loose at the bottom? All mine are open some at the bottom
i always cut a slit on one side of the penny sleeve at the very top. Slides right in like that
Turn your penny sleeves around...load the top of card into the bottom of sleeve...then slide the open end of sleeve into your top loader...then the card is sealed completely!
Best small carry case….black casematix graded card case with 2 slots using pre cut foam/ rubber) for $50.
Could you make a video about how to protect and how to clean cards and toploaders from dust?
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As for displaying cards in the open, like in a glass cabinet, what's your opinion on autograph cards being displayed? I want to display a few of my upper deck wrestling cards that are autographed, but im worried that in time, the autograph might fade. Can that happen ?
Put a UV coating film or case on the cards. Showyourslabs.com sells UV film for cards.
@@SportsCardInvestor awesome thanks
I see people in the conventions with boxes they have their cards in, what are those called? Thanks.
Who do grading companies want semirigid holders when the magnetic holders prevent damage from shipping even better?
Exactly how I go about it.
Semi Rigid are horrible. You know how many cards have been damaged with those things? I would not even trust anyone to pull a card out of one of those. Guess I will never send cards in for grading if that is the process. Good video though nice learning about the new things in the hobby.
This maybe a stupid question but can you put a card in a penny sleeve then a one touch?
I got a major league material card 1 of 10 Mike Trout auto series 2 topps card awesome best card yet 2022 booyah
great video
He making all kinds of contact with that card with his thumb lol
I'm going to create a company to protect your slab strong protector. Slab Even Stronger is what I'm going to call it.
What about UV protection for display?