Cardboard boards are used as backing in bags to keep comics creasefree. Comic book sleeves acid free comic book protectors bcw. Acid free comic book backer boards current, silver. It is an unequaled transportable comic book storage device. The bright colors of the comic books will still stand out and your sales will only grow. Shop x large college backpacks at ebags experts in bags and accessories since 1999. All bags are pat tested for photo storage and preservation. A handful of change from the coffee shop doesnt make a coin collector run for the plastic sleeves, but those free comic book day comics seem to end up bagged and boarded. A backing board is then placed behind the comic in the bag, keeping it flat and rigid. Available in lightweight cotton or premium alloverprinted options.
It is a sturdy film that beautifully displays, timelessly protects and gives extra support to fragile documents. Though considerably more recent than the collecting of postage stamps or books bibliophilia, it has a major following around the world today and is partially responsible for the increased interest in comics after the temporary slump experienced during the 1980s. I went to the comic shop today to pick up some bags and boards and nearly had a stroke when i saw the prices. This article will outline these and explain the pros and cons. Premade modern comic book bags and boards sleeves single. Get the best deal for collectible comics storage supplies from the largest online selection at. If youre serious about keeping your comics in the best condition possible then you need to bag and board them. The bags keep your books free of dust and offer a general layer of environmental protection. Mylar sleeves will not discolor, damage, or adhere to items they protect. Crystal clear bags are acid free, archive quality and perfect for storage or retail packaging. The initial series, simply entitled body bags, was a launch title for dark horse comics blanc noir line of books. Lighter than their polyethylene counterparts, these bags are ideal for keeping your comics 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.
They also advise that you store the comic with the glossy side of the board facing the comic. Golden age comic book supplies for comics issued before the mid 1950s. Martin from bcw discusses all of the comic bag options bcw has to offer and compares and contrasts specific comic book bags. Be a hero and keep your comics safe with comic book sleeves from bcw. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about comic book bags. Uline stocks a wide selection of super sacks, bulk bags and fibc bags.
One reason is when i buy an older book and put it in a new bag, i know it will fit. Made from 100% virgin material, these bags measure approx 2 mm thick and come in packs of 100. These 2 mil comic book bags are made of archival polyester mylar an inert material of the highest clarity. This process involves getting comic sized slip bags and placing your comic inside them. In order to store comic books in the best condition, people typically use large boxes. I am always replacing some of the bags and boards of my 70s and 80s books and for me it is just easier to buy and use one size. When buying mylar, you typically can go from 1 mil thick called mylites at e.
Our comic book bags are also made with our crystal clear technology, so these are the clearest bags available today. Standard golden age comics are 712 wide x 1012 tall. As i went through the 900 things project the process through which i unloaded a significant amount of the material id had piling up in my life i realized how. Mylar will not discolor, damage, or adhere to items placed inside it. The storfolio will hold up to 15 bagged and boarded comic books, or up to 20 loose comic books.
Premium comic bags archival stiffeners crystal clear bags. Browse our selection of acidfree comic book sleeves below, with golden, silver and modern age options. If you purchase a comic already in a bag with a board, consider asking the dealer if he uses acid free boards. Then, combine your bags with boards and other comic book supplies for full protection and storage. When it comes to bags, there are two basic types to choose from. There is more than one true collector on this site and i hope you picked that up from your previuos postings on storage issues. Lucky for you, bcw has comic book protectors of all kinds. Customize standard, large, or skinny sizes, 11 paper types, and over half a million designs. Dell silver age comic large national geographic sleeves.
If you really do want to keep the comics in the best condition, then you might want to seal them in bags before putting them in boxes. Hobbies depot offers bcw brand acid free comic book backing boards by the pack and by the case. As cgc and cbcs use larger slabs than traditional cgc slabs, bcw now offers a larger graded comic book bag. Product title 5 long comic storage box holds 200 225 comic b. Comic book bags and boards bagging and boarding your comic books after they have been purchased and read are the most basic steps in the preservation of your comic book collection. Use our comic book and magazine size cheat sheet chart to find out. These are larger sized and made to accommodate books in cgc or pgx. Jul 02, 2015 martin from bcw discusses all of the comic bag options bcw has to offer and compares and contrasts specific comic book bags. First custom comic book sleeve specifically designed for obtaining autographs. Find the perfect messenger bags to carry your stuff from point a to point b at overstock your online bags store.
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. Im getting back to this and i thought maybe it was a good idea to ask for some advice from the board. The most common comic book bags material is fabric. Messenger bags find great bags deals shopping at overstock. Check out our selection below to see the comic bag products we currently. Comic book backer boards hobbies depot offers bcw brand acid free comic book backing boards by the pack and by the case.
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. Our comic book bags are designed for all of your current age, silver age and golden age comic books. Acid free comic book backer boards current, silver, golden. We stock comic bags made out of polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyester. Mar 09, 2014 bag thickness generally, thicker bags are better. Comic book collecting is a hobby that treats comic books and related items as collectibles or artwork to be sought after and preserved.
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. Tinted material for identifying signature area easily. Comic book storage supplies shop comic book sleeves and. 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. Golden age comic book bags, backer boards, and collecting. A book bagged with a board will store straight, keeping it sharp and preventing excess wear on the binding. Comic bags wholesale comic book sleeves to protect comic books. Im getting back to this and i thought maybe it was a good idea to ask for. Shop thousands of marvel comics tote bags designed by independent artists. Shop xlarge college backpacks at ebags experts in bags and accessories since 1999. Bcw boards are available in multiple sizes and designed for effortless use with bcw bags, for comprehensive protection, secure storage and effortless display.
Bcw backer boards are buffered with 3% calcium carbonite and precision cut to fit inside bcw comic book poly bags or mylars sold separately unless otherwise noted. Minimizes handling while in process of having comic books signed. Fully wraps around and protects the comic book to keep it in ideal condition for grading. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Aug 03, 2012 in this comic book collecting video the great legend shows you his method for bagging and boarding. In this comic book collecting video the great legend shows you his method for bagging and boarding.
Gerber, arklites 2 from bill cole or 4 mil thick mylite4 or archives from e. Produced by gaijin studios in 1996, body bags includes a large amount of blood, violence and characters who enjoy killing and cursing, which is displayed in a number of scenes in the book that have been deemed shocking. Sep 23, 2015 the bags keep your books free of dust and offer a general layer of environmental protection. Bcw comic book backing boards, silver, 100 boards per pack. Mar 29, 2019 in order to store comic books in the best condition, people typically use large boxes. Though considerably more recent than the collecting of postage stamps or books bibliophilia, it has a major following around the world today and is partially responsible for the increased interest in comics after the temporary slump.