Best Type of Card Case

[CamaroDMD]

So, I have a bunch of cards stored in top loaders and old school screw down cases. Most of these are older (normal thickness) cards that I want to keep in cases (either due to value or just because they are special). Many have been in the same case since the late 1990s.

Right now, it's a mixed bag of case types. I'd like to slowly transition them into a more uniform type of case and make sure they are stored in a manner that is safe for the card. What is the best type of case in which to store cards?

 

[ranbethscards]

I still prefer top loaders with penny sleeves. No matter what type of card.

But again, I'm the only one that touches them... if I were to start letting others handle the cards more often, then I would probably switch to a snap-tite.

 

[Taliasen]

I love this case!
http://www.cardcasepro.com/graded-sports-card-case.php
I have my graded wolf cards in their very own case. Very customizable for different size holders. You can mix and match graded slabs with top loaders and magnet/screw down holders.

 

[Taliasen]

I also has the Model 100 from here.
http://www.collectiblestorage.com/
a bit more expensive but this thing is tough! fell/bounced down two flights of stairs and had glasses of water dumped on it a couple of times and took it all like a champ!

 

[CamaroDMD]

What about the magnetic type holders? Do you guys have any experience with them and do you like them?

 

[ranbethscards]

Hate them. Drop one...
instant open... Card on the floor

 

[CamaroDMD]

Hate them. Drop one...
instant open... Card on the floor

OK, good to know. Thanks.

 

[CamaroDMD]

Are different top loaders better than others? I have some from when I was a kid that are starting to yellow. Is there a quality difference between brand?

 

[ranbethscards]

good questions... not sure if there is a quality difference.

I know one local dealer who only uses snap tites.

 

[Taliasen]

I see now you were talking about individual card holders, not mass storage.