Discussions about the safety of various comic book storage supplies seem to crop up on this board relatively frequently, so i figured it was. If youre serious about your collecting hobby or profession, you need the proper supplies to maintain your valuables. Demonstration of recommended brands and ideal fit of comic book bags and boards. Im going to start storing my fabric on comic book boards, but am wondering which size is the best for fabric storage. Forbidden planet international forbidden planet, 168 buchanan street, glasgow, g1 2lw, united kingdom. Fables volume 1 just barely fits, while lady mechanika volume 1 fits nicely. There is a comic book care thread that can offer some advice. Bcw supplies 2 mil current comic mylar 50 count pack. Premium comic bags archival stiffeners crystal clear bags. Find everything from comic book sleeves and protectors to comic book boxes. Mar 19, 20 these comic book storage solutions aim to help store your collection in a manner that will be kept in great condition, while consuming less space. Backing boards and microchamber paper are used in conjunction with your bags of choice to enhance the preservation of your comic.
Our comic book bags are also made with our crystal clear technology, so these are the clearest bags available today. Current vs standard size bags and boards cgc comic book. Big fudge archival comic book bags and boards pack of 50 comic. Silver age bags hold singles as well as tpbs, but not hard covers. I am overall satisfied but these bags are not for thicker comic book volumes that are 1 cm thick. Heroesonline collecting supplies, including bags, boards. I remember one day, i was buying comics at a newtome comic shop, and when i said i didnt need a plastic shopping bag for my two comics, the employee ringing me up gave me a confused and distrustful look. Iconic comics online supplies include mylite 2 mylar comic sleeves and backing boards. Treasury size comic bags are compatible with all treasury size comic boards that we carry. Comic bags, boards and more collector supplies at ace comics. Unfollow comic book bags to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Big fudge archival comic book bags and boards pack of 50 comic bags and 50 boards for current comic books or 6. There are options for those too, like bins and resealable comic book.
Bcw offers a wide variety of acid free comic book bags. Lighter than their polyethylene counterparts, these bags are ideal for keeping your comics safe. For full protection, shop comic bags and boards too, then complete your storage with comic book boxes from bcw. Comic backing boards comic storage current silver age spoenabled. You can also store up to 8 comic book storfolios in a bcw magazine box. Comic books and magazines have been bleached with acid and remains in the paper, to prevent further loss use comic book boards to absorb the acid. Comic book sleeves acid free comic book protectors bcw. Most times i find the product i want for a lower price, often with free shipping. Filter comic backing boards comic storage current silver age spoenabled. This article will outline these and explain the pros and cons. Check out our storfolios as well, perfect for transporting your comics to conventions or shelving them on a bookcase. I have lots of fabric, which means lots of boards would be required, and it could get expensive, so i dont want to select the wrong boards. I dont like the bags they use for back issues at local comic shops because they are usually pretty old, torn, andor yellowish. Comic book bags comic book boards comic book boxes.
But every comic book board by big fudge is coated with our 3%. People saying their comics dont fit are not reading the current part of current comic book bags and boards. Comic book storage supplies shop comic book sleeves and. Comics ive bought from ccl come bagged and boarded and in good shape but theres nothing like putting your comics in a brand new fresh bag n board. Im getting back to this and i thought maybe it was a good idea to ask for. It always feels like im gonna damage the comics if i put them inside the bags without aid of a backing board even if i use standard 725m4s and 725rs for moderns. Mar 09, 2014 backing boards and microchamber paper are used in conjunction with your bags of choice to enhance the preservation of your comic. What size comic book boards are best for fabric storage. I put everything together last night, and these did the job perfectly. We have golden, silver and modern age comic book boards, as well as art print and treasury sizes. Bcw bbmag magazine size backing boards the bcw magazine backer boards are made from 24 point solid bleached sulfate, coated and buffered on one side with 3% calcium carbonate, and are precision cut to size.
Bundle ultimate guard comic series resealable magazine size comic bags backing boards x 100. The front cover and spine features a crystal clear pocket into a piece of artwork or even a comic book can slide. Hey all, im about to rebag most of my collection in mylar and cant decide whether to go with standard size bags or current size. I went to the comic shop today to pick up some bags and boards and nearly had a stroke when i saw the prices. They use silver age bags for all of their stuff, so thats what i use too. Make offer 100 count comic book boards and bags for currentmodern comics. Comic backing boards online coins and collectables. These silver comic book bags are made of an acid free, archival quality polypropylene that is crystal clear. With a little effort you will no longer have piles upon piles of comics all over the house allowing for free space for other important things like more comics. Frew bags and boards all shipping calculations on bundle deals are for within australia only. Before the holidays i did a few searches and i stumbled upon a seller who had these combo packs with bags with boards already loaded in them.
The bcw current comic backer boards are made from 24 point solid bleached sulfate, coated and buffered on one side with 3% calcium carbonate, and are precision cut to size. Direct comic book bag, board and box manufacturers. The bright colors of the comic books will still stand out and your sales will only grow. Find great deals on ebay for comic book bags and boards when you shop the largest online selection at.
I have been picking up some small collections lately to bolster my inventory and have noticed that sometimes there are a lot of comics in bags but no boards. Our comic book bags are designed for all of your current age, silver age and golden age comic books. Its easy for comics to bend when stored away, but bcws acidfree comic boards help keep them safe. If youre a professional collector or an amateur, bcw offers a wide variety of magazine accessories that help keep your valuable collection safe and protected. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Comic book bags and board, best fit best brands youtube. Cant tell if it was the comic bags or the backing boards that were out of shape, but as its from the same company im just highly disappointed they didnt all fit, especially as ive been using this brand for years. The boards have a dull side and a slick, shiny side. From the golden and silver age through the current era, bcw has comic book supplies that will keep your collection safe. The storfolio can be shelved in a book case, or carried in your back pack to safely transport your comics to your favorite comic book convention. When it comes to bags, there are two basic types to choose from.
Ultra pro is my favorite brand for comic bags and boards and i tried them all. Where to find discounted comic book bags, mylar, boards and boxes. We stock comic bags made out of polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyester. I have had zero issues with them fitting standard sized comics. Last time i bought bags and boards was probably 5 years ago. People saying the boards didnt fit in the bags must have gotten a bad batch because mine were all just right. Mar 29, 2019 although the hobby of collecting comic books is not quite as old, it has spawned an industry of providing collectors with bags, boards, and boxes to preserve their comics in. Jersey display frame mahogany finish case large shadow box lockable with uv protection acrylic.
My search is never complete without checking prices on ebay. Bcw boards are available in multiple sizes and designed for effortless use with bcw bags, for comprehensive protection, secure storage and effortless display. Throughout the history of comic books, publishers have made comics is different sizes. These 2 mil comic book bags are made of archival polyester mylar an inert material of the highest clarity. Bcw comic book backing boards, silver, 100 boards per pack. Uk comic book store specialising in comic subscriptions and graphic novels. The ones that didnt pair up either made it impossible to fight the comic in or left it scrunched up in an unacceptable manner.
On bagging, i do note in the piece that i stored comics in bags, i just did it a few to a bag which keeps the condition but costs far less in money and space since the thickness of boards add up. For the purpose of bag and board sizes, bcw has simplified the sizes into three groups, or. Acid free and archival comic book collecting supplies such as poly bags, mylars, backer boards, short and long boxes, life extenders, showcases, acrylic screwdowns, and more. If left this way long term the comics would be damaged. Jan 05, 2016 for years i refused to buy bags and boards because i figured that was only for serious collectors. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Im tom and i am a collector, enthusiast, and comic dealer. Check out bcws wide range of comic book supplies below. Bcw current comic book boards are coated on one side buffered with 3% calcium carbonate. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Our micron is thicker than any other product who claims that they are the top of the line, they all have less than a. Our poly material has passed the photo activity test and is approved as safe for longterm storage. You can even get a comic book box with awesome graphics, including some of your favorite licensed characters. Order all the supplies you need for your comic collection. Current and regular boards are available loose in cases of one thousand, or in 100count, colorcoded, corrugated boxes. Silver, gold, and magazinesized boards are also available loose in cases of one thousand each, or craftwrapped in packages of 100. Bcw manufactures a variety of storage supplies for magazine storage. The primary purpose of a backing board is to add some stiffness to your comic book storage and prevent unintended bending or creasing of your comics. Comic bags wholesale comic book sleeves to protect comic books. The three most popular comic bag materials are polyethylene, polypropylene and.
Its not cool when your backing board isnt archival quality. Use our bags for storage in conjunction with our comic book backing boards and comic book storage boxes. Made from 100% virgin material, these bags measure approx 2 mm thick and come in packs of 100. Current comic book bags are 2 mil material thickness standard. The bcw resealable treasury bags are an acid free, archival quality product made of crystal clear polypropylene and feture an adhesive strip on the body of the bag to seal the bag. My local comic book store sells a bag and board for 25 cents each. Curious, particularly with archivesmylites4, how do you put your comics inside the bags.
Lucky for you, bcw has comic book protectors of all kinds. Perfect for protecting and storing your collectible comics, these silver comic book bags measure 7 14 x 10 12 and feature a 1 12 flap for closure. What size of bags and boards do i need to protect my comic. I would like to fold my fabrics around comic book boards, but im not sure what kind or size to get, or whether theyre actually safe for fabric storage. For the best use of these preserving materials, its important to know how to size your comic books for proper storage. Shop with us for marvel comics, dc comics, image comics, star wars, doctor who, spiderman, batman, the walking dead and other great cult, scifi and fantasy merchandise, including action figures, statues and toys. Ultrapro current size resealable comic bags comic and card protection. They are a comic bag, a comic backing board and a comic box. This comic book showcase holds comics up to 7 x 10. However, the flap doesnt have any kind of seal on it and putting it inside doesnt really look nice.
The bcw comic book showcase holder is made of high impact, crystal clear polystyrene with a strong black polystyrene back. Online pop culture store selling books, videos, magazines, comics, dvds, calendars, model kits, action figures, toys, posters, photos, trading cards. Use this item along with current comic bags to protect and store your collectible comics. That means the the order was short a total of 25 bags. Numerous times i have bent the comic trying to extricate it from the plastic because the tape has melted into it. Be a hero and keep your comics safe with comic book sleeves from bcw. The regular bags that you can get at your lcs should last between 57 years, but. Find great deals on ebay for comic book boards and comic book boards 100. Our bags hold size and thickness tolerances and come in printed outer bags for easy product identification. Plus bcw and ultra pro polyproperlene bags acid free boards. Comic book poly bags store your comics in our poly bags and protect them from dust, dirt, finger oils and other airborne pollutants. Bcw na current comic book backing boards, 200 count, white. Putting your comic in a properly sized comic bag not only keeps dust, dirt and finger oils off the comic book surface, but helps prevent scuffing which can bring down the value of a comic book considerably. We carry a full line of bcw brand comic book collector supplies.